An appeal in Arizona is won or lost on preservation of error, timely filing, and a brief that speaks the reviewing court’s language. Brownstone Law handles each of these elements for clients pursuing appeals throughout Arizona.
Arizona Court of Appeals System
The Arizona Court of Appeals serves as the intermediate appellate court for the state, reviewing decisions from the trial courts. The system is divided into two divisions:
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- Division One (Phoenix): Covers appeals from central and northern Arizona.
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- Division Two (Tucson): Handles appeals from southern Arizona.
The Arizona Court of Appeals primarily reviews civil, criminal, family, and administrative cases that have been contested at the trial court level.
Arizona Appellate Court System Overview
Arizona’s appellate system includes a supreme court (or court of last resort) and multiple intermediate appellate courts or districts, each reviewing appeals from trial courts within its jurisdiction.
Arizona Supreme Court
The Arizona Supreme Court is the highest judicial authority in the state, reviewing decisions from the Arizona Court of Appeals and select direct appeals, including death penalty cases and cases involving constitutional issues.
Arizona Court of Appeals Structure
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- Arizona Supreme Court: The highest court in the state.
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- Arizona Court of Appeals: Intermediate appellate court, divided into two divisions.
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- Superior Courts: Trial courts that handle civil, criminal, and family law cases, which can be appealed.
Process for Appealing a Case to the Arizona Court of Appeals
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- File a Notice of Appeal: Must be submitted within 30 days of the trial court’s decision.
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- Prepare the Appellate Brief: Brownstone Law prepares compelling legal arguments to challenge the lower court’s ruling.
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- Oral Argument: Some cases require oral arguments before the appellate judges.
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- Decision by the Court of Appeals: A ruling is issued based on the legal briefs and arguments.
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- Appeal to the Arizona Supreme Court: If necessary, the case can be further appealed to the Arizona Supreme Court.
Arizona Rules of Appellate Procedure
The Arizona Rules of Appellate Procedure govern the appeals process, including:
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- Time limits for filing appeals
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- Procedures for submitting briefs and motions
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- Oral argument guidelines
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- Standards of review for appellate decisions
For detailed rules, visit: Arizona Rules of Appellate Procedure
Contact Information
Arizona Supreme Court
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- Name: Arizona Supreme Court
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- Address: 1501 W Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007
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- Phone: (602) 452-3396
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- Website: Arizona Supreme Court
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- Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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- Coordinates: 33.4484° N, 112.0779° W
Arizona Court of Appeals
Division One – Phoenix
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- Address: 1501 W Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85007
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- Phone: (602) 452-6700
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- Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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- Coordinates: 33.4484° N, 112.0779° W
Division Two – Tucson
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- Address: 400 W Congress Street, Tucson, AZ 85701
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- Phone: (520) 628-6954
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- Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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- Coordinates: 32.2226° N, 110.9747° W
High-Profile Cases Handled by Arizona Appellate Courts
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- State v. Goudeau (2018): Upheld multiple convictions in the Baseline Killer case.
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- Brush & Nib Studio v. City of Phoenix (2019) – First Amendment case on religious freedom and anti-discrimination laws.
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- Arizona Republican Party v. Hobbs (2020): Election integrity and mail-in voting procedures.
For more high-profile cases, visit: Arizona Supreme Court Cases
Brownstone Law Arizona Appellate Services
We provide comprehensive appellate services, including:
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- Arizona Federal Appeals: Brownstone Law Federal Appeals
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- Arizona Habeas Corpus Petitions: Brownstone Law Habeas Corpus
Contact Brownstone Law today to schedule a consultation with our experienced Arizona appellate attorneys!