New Brunswick Appeals Lawyer

New Brunswick Appeals Attorney

At Wronko & Loewen, our law firm has decades of experience with appeals in all New Jersey appellate courts and the United States federal court system. The appeals process can be complex and requires knowledgeable, strategic representation that can address a variety of cases at the federal and state levels. When you need to bring your civil or criminal case before an appellate court, our New Brunswick appeals lawyers are here to help.

Our qualified defense lawyers have represented clients in over 1,000 appeals throughout the New Brunswick area. We advise and counsel clients throughout the appeals process. If this is your first time pursuing an appeal, our firm can advise you on whether the appeal is valid and gather evidence to support your case.

The Appeals Process and Strategy

Challenging your case by bringing it to a higher court can seem daunting, and you may be wondering about the differences between your original trial lawyer and an appellate lawyer. Appellate attorneys diverge from standard litigation lawyers in that research and knowledge of precedent-setting cases are crucial aspects of building a successful appeal.

If a New Brunswick criminal defense lawyer can be compared to a doctor, an appeals lawyer is like a surgeon, analyzing every aspect of the jury trial that resulted in your conviction or civil decision with forensic precision. Nearly 2 million people are incarcerated due to a criminal conviction in the US. Many criminal defendants could benefit from the appeals process, as courtroom errors are made every day in the criminal justice system, leading to unlawful convictions and prison time.

The appeals process centers around proving that errors were made during the original trial court process. Legal procedure becomes the matter on trial in appellate cases. In order to build a compelling appeal, appellate attorneys must prove that any of these errors occurred during your trial:

• Failure to admit or exclude vital evidence
• Granting or denying a pre-trial motion
• Incorrect or incomplete jury instructions
• Barring testimony from a credible witness
• Improper remarks by a judge or prosecutor
• Failing to follow proper jury selection

These errors serve as the basis for arguments in all appeals cases at the state and federal levels. Your attorney can request substantial evidence, including court documents, statements from your original counsel and opposing counsel, jury statements, and other crucial records.

Appeals that are not organized around a thorough examination of the court records of your jury trial have a lower chance of success. For this reason, it’s vital to hire an appeals lawyer with significant experience with appeals.

When To Consider an Appeal

Not every undesirable result in a case is eligible for review and appeal. Understanding when to challenge an outcome is an important part of the process as you consider filing an appeal. Some situations that may benefit from the appeal process include:

• When the trial court ignored precedent, misinterpreted legal standards, or misapplied the law
• When the court infringed upon your constitutional rights during the trial
• When courtroom procedures, deadlines, or evidentiary rulings were mishandled in such a way as to influence your case’s outcome. An example of this would be a conviction based on circumstantial evidence.
• When your conviction or sentence does not follow the precedent set in prior decisions and is clearly unreasonable when compared with similar cases.

In the US, there were over 40,000 cases, both civil and criminal, brought to the 12 regional courts of appeal in 2025. Many cases qualify. Yours could be one of them. At Wronko & Loewen, we can review the details of your case to determine whether the appellate process can benefit you, helping you to make an informed decision before moving forward.

FAQs About New Brunswick, NJ Appeals Laws

How Much Do Lawyers Charge for Appeals Cases?

Attorney fees for appeals and appellate cases are determined on a case-by-case basis and reflect the complexity of the case and the time involved. During your consultation, we can discuss our legal fees and any court-related costs that may apply, as well as the expected duration of the appeals process.

How Hard Is It to Win an Appeal?

A successful appeal depends on proving that the lower court, which had oversight during your original jury trial, made any number of procedural errors that led to your conviction. The skilled legal team at Wronko & Loewen handled hundreds of court cases and can apply our high degree of legal acumen and knowledge of legal precedent to your case, increasing your chances of a favorable appeal.

Can New Evidence Be Submitted During My Appeal?

Generally, new evidence cannot be submitted during the appeals process, as it is the procedure around the trial itself that is under scrutiny, not the facts surrounding the crime you were convicted of or the civil matter that took you to court. However, in certain circumstances, the court may make an exception when your attorney asks to add supplemental evidence, especially if this evidence was offered during the original trial and denied.

How Many Times Can I Appeal a Case?

In New Jersey, there is no limit to the number of times you can appeal a decision, so long as you present grounds for the appeal with every new challenge and follow the proper procedure for petitioning the higher courts. This is why hiring a knowledgeable, experienced appeals lawyer is essential, even if this is not your first time bringing a case before the appellate courts.

Ready to Take the Next Step? Hire a New Brunswick Appeals Lawyer You Can Trust

When you are facing the appeals process, every detail matters. Appeal laws are complicated, multi-faceted, and require a strategic, persuasive approach. When your freedom and your future are at stake, you need an attorney with the confidence and knowledge to navigate the complex appeals process. Contact us today to schedule your initial consultation and take the next step toward a more hopeful future.