Civil Appeals and Writs (The Rutter Group California Practice Guide)

Written by prominent appellate experts, Civil Appeals and Writs guides you through civil appeals and writs processed in California state courts. This authoritative how-to text begins with preappeal planning (protecting the record) and continues through: Appealable judgments and orders Noticing the appeal Standards of review Briefing The court of appeal decision Supreme Court review Civil Appeals and Writs integrates applicable statutes, statewide rules, and local appellate court rules and policies. Citing the latest cases available, the volumes develop each topic and procedure step by step, showing you what, when, where, and how to proceed. Commentary includes proven strategies, tactics, and time-saving tips. Contents include: Practice-tested forms conforming to the latest rules with comments and suggestions for their use Requirements for writ review How-to's for writ review Common law vs. statutory writs Standing to appeal Motions, applications, and requests on appeal Settlement conferences and mediation Stays and supersedeas Scope, standards, and limits of appellate review Appellate briefs and oral argument Decision, costs, and sanctions on appeal Rehearing by Court of Appeal And more