Great news out of the Supreme Court today. In Ramos v. Louisiana, the Supreme Court of the United States declared that non-unanimous juries, also known as split juries, are unconstitutional. However, the main question after Ramos is whether the decision is retroactive. Meaning, the question is – does the Court’s decision apply to cases that…
I get this question all the time – what are my chances of winning on appeal? Different attorneys will tell you different things. Some will tell you that you have almost no chance of winning on appeal. Other attorneys will tell you exactly what you want to hear – that they can definitely win your…
If you’re looking for a New Orleans Appeals Attorney, there are a few things that you should know. First, a New Orleans Appeals Attorney will be an attorney who regularly practices before the appeals courts in New Orleans. For example, there is the Louisiana Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, which is the appeals court on…
Appealing an unfavorable verdict can be a daunting task, but an effective attorney can synthesize a complicated case into a few critical arguments to give you the best chance at succeeding. Although each appeal is different, here are 5 keys to a quality appeal that apply to nearly every case. Clarity is key…
The U.S. Supreme Court has just reversed the D.C. Court of Appeals in Class v. United States, a case that is likely to impact federal plea agreements and criminal appeals across the country. In the case, Rodney Class of North Carolina, was charged with violating a federal law that prohibits firearms and ammunitions on Capitol…
An appeal is a lengthy process that requires patience, diligence, and hope. While your attorney will have strict deadlines on how long he or she has to file an appeal of your conviction, there is no strict deadline on how long an appeals courthas to render a decision on your appeal. Appealing criminal convictions can…
If you or someone you know have been convicted of a crime, you have the right to appeal your conviction. When you appeal your conviction, you are asking an appellate court to take a second look at your case to determine whether there were any errors made before or during your trial that led to…
If you were convicted of a crime and lost your appeal, not all hope is lost. The next step is to file for post-conviction relief. Post-conviction relief is different from the appeals process, and it takes an experienced lawyer who specializes in post-conviction filings to effectively handle your case. In Louisiana, you can only file…