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Appeal Filing Checklist
Preliminary Considerations
Review trial court record for any errors to be appealed
Determine the applicable standard of review for the appeal
Confirm the deadline for filing the notice of appeal
Document Preparation
Draft the notice of appeal in accordance with the court rules
Prepare the appellate brief, ensuring compliance with formatting and content requirements
Assemble the appellate record, including transcripts and relevant documents
Filing and Service
File the notice of appeal with the appropriate appellate court
Serve the notice of appeal upon all parties to the original case
Submit the required number of brief copies and the record to the court
Post-Filing Procedures
Confirm the briefing schedule with the appellate court
Monitor the docket for any motions or orders from the court
Prepare for oral argument, if applicable
Financial Considerations
Calculate and pay the filing and other court fees
Arrange for the payment of any required bond or security
Determine if client qualifies for a waiver of fees or indigent status
Communication
Inform the client about the filing and provide them with a schedule
Update the client regularly on the status of the appeal
Prepare and send copies of all filed documents to the client
