Fighting to Correct Errors in the Courtroom
Vigorous appellate litigation to challenge trial court errors and wrongful convictions in state and federal appellate courts.
Alternate Defense Counsel Appointments
- Fairlaw Colorado regularly works with the "Colorado Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel (ADC)" in appeals on behalf of people who are indigent. We believe that financial hardship should never stand in the way of a robust, highly skilled legal defense on appeal.
Private Appeal Representation
- Additionally, we represent clients who do not qualify for a public defender in criminal appeals for a fee. We provide thorough, strategic file reviews, identify constitutional and evidentiary errors, and draft compelling appellate briefs for the Colorado Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court.
What is at Stake in an Appeal?
- Appellate law differs substantially from trial law. Rather than re-hearing witnesses, an appeal focuses on legal errors committed by the trial court, misconduct by prosecutors, or violations of constitutional rights (such as ineffective assistance of counsel or illegal search rulings). Correcting these errors can lead to a reversed conviction, a new trial, or a substantially reduced sentence.
Discuss Your Case with Our Lead Attorney
If you or a loved one has suffered government abuse, police misconduct, or workplace discrimination, reach out to evaluate your legal options.