I Do Not Accept That!

In life sometimes, we are handed decisions with which we do not agree.  That can happen in family or criminal court.  So, what can you do about it if you live on the Central Gulf Coast of Florida?  The appellate process very simply allows you to have your case reviewed by a higher court because you and your attorney believe there was an impropriety in the first trial.

If you appeal a Florida family or criminal court decision what can you expect?  An appellate judge does not hear new evidence or any additional testimony.  They do consider the original trial court record.  It all hinges upon the written brief that these judges receive.  Your fate will be determined by that and the judge’s interpretation of said!

Florida appellate attorneys Nat Kidder & Bill Bennett have more than 25 years of experience each in drafting thoughtful and persuasive appeals and arguing our clients’ positions before criminal, civil and family law courts.  In Pinellas County and the surrounding area count on the expertise of Kidder & Bennett.  Call (727) 821-8000 for an appointment at their St. Petersburg office located at 275 - 96th. Ave. North.

The Definition of Appellate Advocacy.

Doesn’t the legal profession have enough terms (many in Latin!) that we simply don’t understand?  What exactly is appellate advocacy?  It is defined as legal representation by an attorney before any state or federal court.  Its history goes back to 1891 when the U.S. Court of Appeals created all of this.

Originally, the circuit courts’ jurisdiction included all matters not exclusively reserved for the district trial courts.  Today, an unsuccessful party in a lawsuit or administrative proceeding may file a timely appeal to an appropriate superior court empowered to review a final decision.  That is YOUR right if things did not go your way the first time!

Now you need to carefully choose the right law office to represent you.  In the St. Petersburg, Florida area that choice may well be Pinellas County appellate advocacy attorneys Nat Kidder and Bill Bennet.  At this critical juncture in your case you can tap in to their combined half-century of experience.  Call them today at (727) 821-8000.

When Should a Family Law Decision Be Appealed?

Decisions made in family court in the state of Florida are often contentious.  One of the parties is likely unhappy with the decisions that are made.  What often happens is that both sides enter the proceedings with a positive feeling about the outcome.  When the dust settles someone is usually left feeling like “I did NOT see THAT coming”.

Now, let’s get down to the business of WHEN it is appropriate to appeal a family law court decision.  It is more common than perhaps you suspect that there are glaring errors in the proceedings.  You also may be the victim of fraud by your spouse and his or her attorney.  That couldn’t happen…could it?  NAAH…never!

It’s time to pick up the phone and call a St. Petersburg family law appeal attorney.  You get two for the price of one with Kidder and Bennett.  These two established, successful Pinellas County family lawyers will bring a combined half century of experience to your challenge.  Call the office today located at 275 96th Ave. North at (927) 821-8000.

When Should You Appeal a Divorce Decree?

Often times the opposing council in a divorce case will use every method possible to defend his or her client.  Not all of those methods are completely above board.  Family law decisions have a winner and a loser unlike criminal court decisions.  Expect the attorney defending the other side of the case to pull out all of the stops.

In Pinellas County Florida there are family law decisions that need to be reexamined.  There are very strict deadlines for appealing such a decision.  It is NOT the same as criminal law.  So it becomes imperative that you quickly seek council to find a St. Petersburg family law attorney that is skilled in appealing divorce decrees.  A fresh approach to your case may turn the tide.

If you feel that you have received an unfair decision in a family law case turn to Pinellas county family attorneys Kidder and Bennet.  From their office located at 275 96th Avenue North in St. Pete they will scrutinize the decision that has been rendered in divorce court and fight for your right to have it reviewed.  Give Kidder and Bennett attorneys at law a call today at (727) 821-8000.