Highly Experienced Appellate Counsel in Harris County, TX
A conviction or harsh sentence does not mean the fight is over. The United States Constitution guarantees the right to an appeal, which involves asking a higher court to review the lower court's conviction.
An appeal can lead to reversal of a conviction for any number or reasons:
- The trial court may have committed a legal error that impacted the result of the trial;
- The prosecution may have failed to bring sufficient evidence to legally support a conviction; or
- Your prior lawyers may have made a mistake that denied you a fair trial.
If you are looking for seasoned counsel to help with your criminal appeal, Cogdell Law Firm can help. Our Houston criminal appeal attorneys have a reputation for success in reducing sentences and reversing convictions, using decades of experience to provide the quality of counsel needed in these complex matters. Contact us today!
To learn more about your right to appeal, call (713) 426-2244. We serve Houston and all of Harris County, Texas.
The Appeal Process
If you file an appeal, an appellate court will review your case by looking at the record of the proceedings in the lower court. In other words, no new evidence will be considered.
The record from your trial includes the court reporter's transcripts of the proceedings, which details everything said by:
- The judge
- You
- The attorneys
- The witnesses
Any pieces of evidence, such as records or objects that were admitted into evidence at trial, are also part of the record.
The appellate court reviews the record as well as the written briefs submitted by both sides in the appeal. Our attorneys have drafted numerous persuasive appellate briefs, as evidenced by their successful track records. We have the ability to focus the appellate court on why your conviction or sentence was legally incorrect.
Additionally, if oral arguments are allowed, our attorneys are known for their abilities in the courtroom. There are numerous options for obtaining relief after a criminal conviction, but you must act quickly to preserve your right to appeal.
Contact an Appellate Lawyer Who Will Fight for You
Our Houston appellate lawyers at the Cogdell Law Firm have successfully briefed and argued appeals in the various Courts of Appeal in the State of Texas and in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
If you or a loved one has been wrongly convicted or given an unjustified sentence, you should contact us to schedule a consultation and discuss how we can assist you appeal your case and obtain the justice you deserve.
Give us a call at (713) 426-2244 to get started.