Appellate Law

Stoel Rives' appellate practice group is highly regarded for handling significant appeals at all levels of federal and state courts. With six lawyers dedicated to representing clients through the appeals process, the firm recognizes the unique demands of appellate courts and the importance of exceptional appellate advocacy. Our appellate lawyers routinely work closely with our firm's trial counsel to construct comprehensive strategies for a case. We have strength in identifying key legal issues and analyzing the likelihood of favorable appellate results. Stoel Rives' appellate practitioners are highly skilled in providing concise and forceful written briefs, along with delivering persuasive oral arguments.
The lawyers in our appellate group have handled cases in a wide range of subject areas, including antitrust, bankruptcy, contracts, securities laws, business torts, products liability, insurance, intellectual property, real estate, labor and employment, environmental, and constitutional and civil rights law. We represent clients ranging from public and private companies to partnerships and individuals, and from governmental and non-profit organizations to industry groups.

Stoel Rives' appellate lawyers play an active role in appellate-related activities and leadership positions in their communities of practice. Our appellate credentials include:

  • Membership in the American Academy of Appellate Lawyers
  • Service by appointment on the Oregon Rules of Appellate Procedure Committee
  • Service by appointment on the Oregon Court of Appeals as an appellate mediator
  • Authorship of numerous publications and presentations on appellate law, processes and practical skills
  • Service as a law clerk on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
  • Service as a law clerk on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
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