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Q: Is it true that any conviction in appeal is not a true conviction until the appellate process is exhausted?
Randi Sirlin
Randi Sirlin
answered on Nov 1, 2018

No. Not everyone appeals. To appeal, you must take certain steps within specific time frames. If you need assistance, I recommend contacting an experienced attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Appeals / Appellate Law for Arizona on
Q: If I don't like a decision from a lower court, where do I go next?

A judge in a small town court issued a restraining order to the other party, without me even in the court room. When I protested this, in court, he not only let the RO stay, but didn't allow me to testify.

Randi Sirlin
Randi Sirlin
answered on Nov 1, 2018

You can appeal to the superior court. IF you need assistance, I recommend contacting an experienced attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Criminal Law for Arizona on
Q: What does it mean if the Court of Appeals sets a hearing date, then vacates it’s previous order & declines jurisdiction?

I’m trying to understand some paperwork the Arizona Court of Appeals, District 1, has posted regarding a Special Action. The case is in Phoenix, AZ.

K. Bryan Goodman
K. Bryan Goodman
answered on Aug 12, 2018

It means they are declining to hear the Petition for Special Action and whatever order was appealed will stand.

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Q: How long in an AZ appeal with the dependency court do you have to file a reply to a reply brief of an atty general?
Kai Michael Henderson
Kai Michael Henderson
answered on Jun 17, 2018

This request is a little vague. In most circumstances the Parents appeal from the decision of the lower court, thus they file their appeal, the Attorney General files an Answering (Response Brief), and the Parent then gets the last word with a Reply Brief. See Rule 106 of the Arizona Rules of... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Social Security for Arizona on
Q: My SSDS appeal was remanded back to the local ALJ. I cannot get an atty, it seems, because the atty I had, withdrew.

He withdrew after I rec'd a denial decision from the ALJ hearing. I filed the appeal pro se. I rec'd the remand ltr. March, 2016. Why will no attorney take my case? The ALJ granted my attys motion to withdraw, and by doing so, has left me in a difficult, helpless, position. (reasons... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Nov 29, 2016

Suggest you look for members of the Arizona Trial Lawyers Assn who take Social Security cases. Is it something about your phone demeanor or lack of willingness to do some legwork yourself? Maybe it's your case? Your prior attorney should give you your medical records. You can ask the state... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Criminal Law for Arizona on
Q: I was founded guilty. Can I be on the run until I find a lawyer who will work on my behalf and my appeal?

I'm innocent and I don't want to be locked up to prove my innocence. I think I can get more done looking for a lawyer to represent me and file my appeal.

Matthew Maerowitz
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Matthew Maerowitz
answered on Sep 29, 2016

No you cannot. There are time limits for filing an appeal. You need to at a minimum get the notice of appeal filed and consult with an attorney that does appeals asap.

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Q: How long does it take for a lawyer to be appointed to a specific appeal case?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 1, 2015

Has one been appointed yet?

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Q: I am wanting to know how to find out if someone is trying to appeal there convictions?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 1, 2015

Ask the appellate clerk.

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Q: Was denied SSD after 3 years appeals ALJ denied, had enough work credits never returned to work 2005

3 Doctors including State Doctor said i could not go back to work, was not ask to be retrain, has been 12 years, was given SSI 2010 why was i not given my SSD when i applied had enough work credits, also more that were not recored in WA?

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 22, 2015

Do you honestly expect a full answer from writing just a few sentences? It is quite complicated, isn't it?

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Q: What is the next legal step after an opening brief.

After the opening brief has been denied

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Oct 18, 2015

Probably an answer brief.

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Q: What court of appeals in ninth circuit in California should I appeal my civil complaint to if need be?
Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Sep 28, 2015

Just asking this question indicates to me that you need to go speak with an appellate attorney about this.

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Q: Can I file a criminal appeal for my boyfriend? Are their any pro-bono appeals lawyers? How many days do you have from se

Sentencing to file your appeal?

Timothy Alan Provis
Timothy Alan Provis
answered on Dec 18, 2013

Dear ?,

To appeal, your boyfriend must sign his own notice of appeal which must be filed in the superior court in the county where he was convicted no more than 30 days aftewr sentencing. If bf is indigent, that is, too poor to afford counsel, the State of Arizona must appoint counsel for...
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