How to write a winning appellate brief

How to write a winning appellate briefAndy Cockle2019-03-18T18:47:03-05:00

Valuable tips to writing a stronger appellate brief!

Petitioning the Supreme Court can be a daunting task. Careless writing, poor formatting, and ignorance of the Court’s rules can significantly decrease the odds that your petition will be selected for review.

In this e-book, we’ll provide steps and suggestions to help you take control of the certiorari process.

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How to write a winning appellate brief

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