Most cases are decided on the brief
you submit.
You cannot rely upon oral argument
to tell your story and argue your best position.
You need to know how a panel of
judges will view your
written theories and arguments.
How an Appellate Focus Group can
improve your brief.
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Appellatology will test your
brief and a mock opponent’s brief before a focus group of lawyers and
retired judges with diverse legal knowledge and philosophies.
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Feedback will be objective
because the focus group will be composed of individuals who do not
know your case and have no ties to you.
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You will receive feedback on the
clarity and persuasiveness of your brief, including whether there are gaps in your
analysis.
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You will learn whether the
panel understood and was persuaded by your arguments.
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You will learn whether the
panel understood your issues, or sees issues you did not address.
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You see in real time how a court
may debate the issues in your case.
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You will learn the questions that
your brief leaves unanswered.
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You will learn the arguments that
are most effective to persuade the court to rule in your favor.
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You will learn how to revise your
brief to anticipate and answer the judges’ questions and concerns.
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Your brief means a lot. It is
worth the time and expense to submit it.
Appellatology
