Seasoned Appellate Advocacy Lawyer
If you do not agree with the judgement in your civil or corporate litigation case, Rob Latton is an experienced appellate advocacy lawyer in Auckland that will file the proper appeal in the High Court or the Court of Appeal on your behalf. The appeals process requires an almost perfect understanding of the court rules and cutting the case down to the salient points of where, in your opinion, the court or jury erred in its conclusion.
Trusted Appellate Advocacy and Guidance Lawyers
The appeals process is a fundamental component of a fair and functioning judiciary system, yet limitations exist. Appealing a civil case not expertly presented by the plaintiff or the defendant has little chance of reaching the higher courts. As such, appeals are usually limited to erroneous decisions based on an accurate presentation of facts by the court official or jury. The introduction of new facts is mostly prohibited in the appeal.
Regarding the prohibition of new evidence, it is often recommended to obtain guidance from an experienced appellate advocacy lawyer during the initial trial if there is a high probability that either party will appeal the case. The guidance lawyer will ensure that all the relevant information is on record and admissible in the appeal and map out a solid strategy for a successful outcome.
Even though the appeals process can take many months before the case is heard, it is always important to thoroughly research the case facts and present a concise brief to the court.
The Right Appellate Advocacy Lawyer in New Zealand
Rob Latton has presented clients' cases in the appellate courts of New Zealand and the United Kingdom for over 28 years. He is entrenched in trust and estate law, negligence and breach of duty claims, competition and fair trading, and regulatory prosecutions.