Steps in an Appeal
- Notice of Appeal & Designation of Record
- Record is prepared by Superior Court & transmitted to Court of Appeal
- Court of Appeal notifies appellant: 40 days to file brief.
Various extensions may be granted. - Respondent files brief.
Various extensions may be granted. - Appellant files closing brief.
Various extensions may be granted. - After a couple of months parties are notified of date for oral argument.
In another couple of months oral argument occurs. - You wait 1-2 years for a decision.
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