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FAQ - Appealing to an Appellate Court

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List of articles in category Civil Appeals in Appellate Court
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How do I appeal a superior court ruling to the court of appeals?
Does a litigant have a choice of filing in Division One or Division Two?
Where can I find information about briefs, and what should my brief look like?
Where do I file the appellate brief?
What is a Request for Review?
How is a Request for Review different from a Petition for Review?
What is the record on appeal?
What if I cannot afford the transcripts?
What happens at the court of appeals after the superior court record is transmitted?
I filed a document with the superior court but it is not included on the appellate index. Why not?
What does the due date heading on the appellate index refer to?
What does it cost to file a Notice of Appeal in Arizona?
Why did I receive a copy of the Index from the Clerk after the Notice of Appeal was filed?
What is a Supersedeas Bond?
What can you tell me about e-filing?
What initiating documents can be filed directly?
Where can I find the Arizona Rules of Civil Appellate Procedure?
What is a certificate of compliance?
How can I best use my time at oral argument?
What is the difference between a trial and an oral argument for an appeal?
Will my appeal be heard with oral argument?
Is a special action different from an appeal?
What are the timelines for filing a special action?
Why was my special action was dismissed before the other side responded?
What does it cost to file a Petition for Special Action-Industrial Commission?
Who can a self represented litigant speak to at the Court of Appeals or the Supreme Court?
The appellate court ruled on my case. How will I be notified about the decision?
Can I contact the court regarding the status of my case?
How long will it take for the Court of Appeals to make its decision?
Why does it take so long for the court to render its decision or opinion?
Can I file a Writ of Certiorari to the United States Supreme Court with the Arizona Supreme Court?
What is a Petition for Review?
How long after the Court of Appeals issues its decision do I have to file a Petition for Review?
Where do I file the Petition for Review to the Arizona Supreme Court?
Can I file a Motion for Reconsideration if the Arizona Supreme Court denies my Petition for Review?
Can the Court of Appeals appoint an attorney to represent me?
Who can I call to get legal advice?

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