Deadlines Are Short
Ohio state cases: the notice of appeal is generally due 30 days after the judgment entry.
Ohio Supreme Court: generally 45 days after the court of appeals decides.
If you’ve missed a deadline, call anyway. Delayed appeals and other options are sometimes available.
Courts
11th District Court of Appeals: Trumbull and Ashtabula Counties
7th District Court of Appeals: Mahoning County
Supreme Court of Ohio
What I Look For
Evidence that should have been suppressed
Mistakes in jury instructions
Insufficient evidence for a conviction
Sentences that don’t follow the law
Problems with a plea, including whether it was knowing and voluntary
Ineffective assistance of trial counsel
How It Works
Free review of your judgment entry and deadline.
File the notice of appeal to protect your rights.
Order and review the transcript and record.
Write the brief and, if scheduled, argue the case.
Next steps after the decision, including further review if it makes sense.
Fees
Appeals are quoted after I review the judgment and the size of the record. Payment plans available.