When a trial court makes a legal mistake, your case doesn’t have to end there. At Kania Law – Creek County Attorneys, we help clients appeal unfavorable decisions in both civil and criminal cases across Oklahoma. Our appellate team understands the urgency and complexity of appeals, and we are ready to fight for your rights when trial court errors threaten your future.
Whether you were convicted in a criminal case or lost a civil lawsuit, we will review your case, identify appealable issues, and file the necessary motions and briefs to challenge the judgment.
What Is an Appeal?
An appeal is not a new trial. Instead, it is a request for a higher court to review the decision of a lower court. You cannot present new evidence, but you can argue that the trial court made a legal error—whether by misapplying the law, wrongly excluding evidence, giving improper jury instructions, or issuing an unconstitutional sentence.
Appeals are time-sensitive and highly technical. If you think the trial court made a mistake, you must act fast to preserve your rights. Our appellate attorneys can guide you through this process.
Common Grounds for Appeal in Oklahoma
Appeals are based on legal—not factual—errors. Common issues include:
- Improper rulings on evidence
- Violation of constitutional rights
- Incorrect jury instructions
- Insufficient evidence to support the verdict
- Sentencing errors
- Ineffective assistance of trial counsel
We file appeals in both civil and criminal matters and have experience taking cases to the Oklahoma Court of Civil Appeals, the Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals, and the Oklahoma Supreme Court.
How the Appeals Process Works
The appellate process in Oklahoma typically follows these steps:
- Notice of Intent to Appeal – This must be filed quickly, usually within 30 days of the judgment.
- Record on Appeal – We assemble the trial court transcript and all relevant filings.
- Appellate Briefs – Our legal team prepares a written argument explaining the trial court’s errors and why the ruling should be reversed.
- Oral Argument – In some cases, the court allows us to argue the case in person before the appellate judges.
- Decision – The appeals court can affirm, reverse, or remand the case for further proceedings.
Our team handles every step with precision and care, understanding that the outcome of your appeal may define your future.
Call a Creek County Appellate Lawyer Today
If you believe a court made the wrong decision in your case, don’t wait. The clock is ticking, and the appellate process has strict deadlines. Call our team today at 918-209-3709 or use our online Ask A Lawyer feature for a free consultation to discuss your options.