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Appellate Law Attorneys in California

Appeals, appellate briefs, writs, post-trial review 6,523 pre-screened attorneys across 47 counties.

What Is Appellate Law in California?

Appellate attorneys handle appeals and writs before the California Courts of Appeal and Supreme Court.

When Do You Need a Appellate Law Attorney in California?

You may need a appellate law attorney in California when your situation involves appeals, appellate briefs, writs.

California Appellate Law Sub-Specialties

Appellate Law covers several distinct case types in California, each with its own legal framework. Below are the most common sub-specialties.

Appeals

Appeals matters in California fall within the broader Appellate Law practice area. California-licensed attorneys experienced in appeals cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Appellate Briefs

Appellate Briefs matters in California fall within the broader Appellate Law practice area. California-licensed attorneys experienced in appellate briefs cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Writs

Writs matters in California fall within the broader Appellate Law practice area. California-licensed attorneys experienced in writs cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Post-Trial Review

Post-Trial Review matters in California fall within the broader Appellate Law practice area. California-licensed attorneys experienced in post-trial review cases handle the related procedural, substantive, and evidentiary questions specific to this subspecialty.

Costs and Timeline

California appellate law attorneys typically charge hourly ($200-$400) or flat fees depending on case type. Many offer free initial consultations. All fee structures must be communicated to the client in writing per Rule 1.5 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct.

California Laws and Statutes

California appellate law is governed by various provisions of the California Codes. Consult a California-licensed attorney for the specific statute citations applicable to your matter.

Appellate Law Attorneys by County

Pre-screened appellate law attorneys serving each California county. Counts reflect active State Bar of California members with offices in-county. Each county links to a full directory page for the matching practice area.

📍 Los Angeles County 1,674 attorneys
Edward Shield Renwick — Hanna and Morton LLP, Los AngelesFoster Tepper — Tepper & Associates, APC, Beverly HillsRichard Dennis Aldrich — Los Angeles
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📍 San Francisco County 677 attorneys
Haig Arsen Harris Jr — Scampini Mortara & Harris, San FranciscoMartin Quinn — San FranciscoWilliam Lathan Osterhoudt — Law Office of William Osterhoudt, San Francisco
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📍 San Diego County 558 attorneys
Jeffrey Lynn Mason — Jeffrey L. Mason, Attorney at Law, San DiegoPatrick Joseph Hennessey Jr — San DiegoSamuel Eugene Spital — Spital & Associates, San Diego
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📍 Orange County 523 attorneys
Richard E. Guilford — Guilford Sarvas et al LLP, AnaheimBrian Geoffrey Saylin — Law Offices of Saylin & Swisher, LLP, Newport BeachThomas Bingham Cummings — Wesierski&Zurek, LLP, Lake Forest
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📍 Sacramento County 318 attorneys
Jay-Allen Eisen — Downey Brand LLP, SacramentoRichard George Rene Schickele — US Court of Appeals, US Ct of Appeals/9th Cir, SacramentoCharles Marchand Bonneau Jr — Sacramento
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📍 Alameda County 266 attorneys
Stewart Weinberg — Weinberg Roger & Rosenfeld, EmeryvilleMyron Moskovitz — Moskovitz Appellate Team, PiedmontRobert Joseph Beles — Law Offices of Beles & Beles, Oakland
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📍 Santa Clara County 165 attorneys
Stephen Francis VonTill — Von Till Law Firm, San JoseWilliam Richard Such — Palo AltoBrian Blakely Beckwith — Law Office of Brian Beckwith, Palo Alto
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📍 Riverside County 107 attorneys
Harmon Reed Webb — TemeculaMichael Isaac Hurwitz — The Consultants A Firm, Rancho MirageJack Israel Garvey — Palm Springs
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📍 Contra Costa County 95 attorneys
Roderick Eugene Walston — Best Best & Krieger LLP, Walnut CreekWilliam Henry Armstrong — DeHay & Elliston LLP, Walnut CreekGary Steven Garfinkle — Lafayette
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📍 San Mateo County 75 attorneys
Michael Edward Adams — Law Offices of Michael E. Adams, Redwood CityJohn James Hartford — BelmontGregory John Antone — Law Offices Of Gregory J Antone, Half Moon Bay
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📍 Fresno County 74 attorneys
Donald Joseph Horvath — FresnoJames Patrick Wagoner — McCormick Barstow et al LLP, FresnoJames Darvin Weakley — Weakley & Arendt PC, Fresno
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📍 Ventura County 64 attorneys
Richard Wayne Gerry — Court of Appeal/Div 6, VenturaWendy Cole Lascher — Ferguson Case Orr Paterson LLP, VenturaWilliam Lee Heyman — Thousand Oaks
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Common Questions About California Appellate Law

Browse the 6,523 California appellate law attorneys above by county or use the practice-area cards. Each attorney is verified against the State Bar of California records.
California appellate law attorneys typically charge hourly ($200-$400) or flat fees depending on case type. Many offer free initial consultations. All fee structures must be communicated to the client in writing per Rule 1.5 of the California Rules of Professional Conduct.
Case duration depends on case type, court calendar, and complexity. Uncontested matters typically resolve in 3-6 months; contested matters with disputes can take 12-24+ months. Your attorney can give you a more specific estimate based on your facts.
Yes. Every California attorney must be licensed by the State Bar of California. We verify bar status on every attorney listing. Disciplinary actions are public record; we display them transparently on each profile.
Several California organizations provide free or low-cost legal aid, including LawHelpCA.org, Bay Area Legal Aid, and the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles. For criminal cases, indigent defendants are entitled to a Public Defender at no cost.

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