Appellate

Nexsen Pruet has developed one of the most respected appellate practices in the Carolinas. We have broad experience handling appeals of both trial court decisions and administrative rulings, and have dealt with an extensive range of subjects.

Our Appellate Section has a long history of success in venues that include, but are not limited to:

• The U.S. Supreme Court
• The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit
• The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
• The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
• The U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans' Claims
• The South Carolina Supreme Court
• The North Carolina Supreme Court
• The South Carolina Court of Appeals
• The North Carolina Court of Appeals
• State and federal agencies

We have a thorough understanding of the appellate process that delivers significant benefits to clients. Our attorneys know the complex maze of rules and procedures involved in an appeal - which is critical, given that appellate courts decide cases solely upon the trial record and on the parties' respective briefs and arguments. Beyond that, we are tenacious advocates whose foremost concern is for the well being of the individuals and institutions we serve.

Nexsen Pruet handles appeals for in-house litigators and on behalf of clients who were represented by other firms. We also assist smaller firms on appellate matters and often appear as counsel for a varied group of amici curiae non-parties. Additionally, our attorneys regularly consult with appellate counsel on matters handled by outside firms.

But our services go beyond just briefing and arguing appeals. Our appellate lawyers often work with Nexsen Pruet's litigation counsel during the pre-trial, trial, and post-trial stages of a case. This level of collaboration has proved highly beneficial to clients when the litigators address discovery and other pretrial motions, jury instructions, and other issues vital to the protection and preservation of the record on appeal. We have also been frequently been asked to monitor and/or consult on trials conducted by other firms.