Appellate Advocacy

Representation in Civil Appeals

Since the 1950s, the lawyers at Jackson, O'Keefe and Phelan, in Hartford, have played a significant role in the development of Connecticut law, successfully arguing cases before state and federal appellate courts. The rulings issued in these cases have been cited in hundreds of subsequent court opinions, in law review articles, and in legal treatises. If you need effective and experienced representation in the appeal of a civil matter, contact Jackson, O'Keefe and Phelan to schedule a confidential consultation.

The appeals process differs dramatically from the trial process. Successful appellate advocacy requires a meticulous review of the trial record, a proven ability to exhaustively research and distinguish complex legal issues, the oral and written communication skills to effectively present legal arguments to a panel of judges, and the capability to respond instantaneously to subtle challenges to legal arguments.

The attorneys at Jackson, O'Keefe and Phelan have argued appeals before

• the Connecticut Appellate Court
• the Connecticut Supreme Court
• the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit
• the United States Supreme Court

Because of the firm's success in appellate advocacy, Fortune 500 companies regularly seek appellate counsel from Jackson, O'Keefe and Phelan. The firm's knowledge of appellate procedure also benefits the firm's civil litigation clients, as the attorneys understand what issues are appealable and how to preserve those legal issues for appeal.

The lawyers at Jackson, O'Keefe and Phelan are committed to providing professional representation as effectively and efficiently as possible. The firm manages cases carefully to minimize expense and protect the interests of its clients. The firm has represented individuals and businesses throughout the area for over 50 years. Contact the firm to discuss your civil appeal.

Jackson, O'Keefe and Phelan
Hartford Appellate Attorneys