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Appellate Lawyer in West Palm Beach

Being convicted of a crime has serious consequences that can follow you for the rest of your life. Depending on the charge, you might be facing a large fine, time in prison, and a criminal record that makes it difficult to secure employment or housing. While those consequences are tough enough on their own, it is even worse if you are innocent. Fortunately, you can appeal the jury’s verdict decision instead of simply accepting an unjust result.

With more than 34 years of experience in the appellate courts, Ronald S. Chapman can help you mount a strong appeal. Schedule a consultation today to determine if you have grounds to appeal your case.

Grounds for Appeal in West Palm Beach

There are many different possible grounds upon which to appeal. For example:

The prosecutor excluded vital evidence.
The judge provided the jury with improper instructions.
The verdict was not supported by sufficient evidence.
You did not have an impartial jury.
The judge made mistakes that led to your conviction.
Your right to due process was violated.

Florida Appeals Process

In most instances, your attorney only has 30 days to file an appeal, so time is of the essence. Once a notice of appeal is filed, the clerk of court will prepare the trial record for the appellate court. Your lawyer will then write what is called the initial brief in order to explain to the court of appeals why you should get a new trial or sentencing hearing. In some cases, your attorney will argue your case in person in front of a panel of judges. After that, the appellate court will issue its decision.

Can You Appeal Your Case?

You might think that you do not have any good grounds to appeal your case when, in fact, you do. It is vital that you have an experienced lawyer like Ronald Chapman to defend you in the court of appeals.

You Need A West Palm Beach Appellate Lawyer By Your Side

The prosecution had the burden of proof during your criminal trial. But on appeal, you will have to convince the court of appeals that you did not get a fair trial. Convincing them of that can be very difficult which is why you need the help of an experienced appellate lawyer like Ronald Chapman.

What Happens if You Lose Your Appeal?

If the district court of appeal makes an error, it is sometimes possible to appeal that decision to the Florida Supreme Court. Having an experienced lawyer like Ronald Chapman to represent you throughout the appellate process is essential.

Why Choose Ronald S. Chapman, P.A.?

I Know How Palm Beach Courts Work — Having defended clients for decades in Palm Beach County, I know how the judges and prosecutors think and operate.

Highly Reviewed & Rated — Highly rated on Google, 5-star rating on respected legal website Avvo. See some of our client reviews.

Respected in the Legal Community — Written about in “The Globe” by a jury foreman for his excellent defense.

Privacy — I safeguard your identity, the details of your case, and our strategy to protect your reputation.

Confidential Case Assessment — During your phone assessment, I will listen to you and help you determine your next steps.

Highly Responsive — I pride myself on fast response times when communicating with our clients. I will never let your questions or concerns go unaddressed.

No Case Is Too Difficult or Complex — This is where tenacity and knowledge of the law matter. I do what is necessary, even in complex cases.

Straight Shooters — Your situation requires honesty from both you and me. We’ll tell you what you need to know, not necessarily what you want to hear. Our approach focuses on efficiency and speed to resolve cases as quickly as possible to get your life back to normal sooner.

Caring & Compassionate (Truly) — I truly understand the complications criminal charges can bring upon individuals and their families.

I Keep You Updated — Transparency is key. I want you to know what’s happening with your case at all points in the process.

Experienced — With over 36 years of experience and 500 jury trials and hearings, I have defended clients who have found themselves in situations probably just like yours.