Matrimonial and Family Law Appeals

Appealing a final Family Court decision

In the event that a court makes an error in determining an issue in a matrimonial or family law matter, in most instances the aggrieved party has the right to file an appeal from the determination. .

Our firm  has represented  individuals in numerous appeals to the Appellate Division of the Supreme Court  regarding various matrimonial and family law issues including: :

• Grounds for divorceCustody
• Spousal support/maintenance
• Child support arrangements

Equitable distributionIn general an appeal must be filed within 30 days of service of a copy of the order or judgment by the other party or by the court in Family Court proceedings. .  This is a strict and uncompromising deadline—those who do not file within 30 days forfeit their right to an appeal.

When you need to consider an appeal

In general a party may consider taking an appeal when the trial court has erred as a matter of law, abused its discretion or made erroneous findings of fact in determining an issue.

Understanding when it is worth the time and effort to appeal and the appealate  process is something best left to experienced appellate attorneys.  Appellate law is procedurally complex and involves ridged  deadlines—it is not uncommon for appeals to be thrown out based solely upon filing errors.

Appellate lawyers in Garden City

Moran, Brodrick & Elliot are seasoned appellate lawyers who know their way around the appellate courts of the State of New York..  They understand how to pinpoint judicial errors and  argue effectively to support the appeal and their clients’ cases.â?¨

Contact our firm to discuss your appeal, today.  We can help you decide how to proceed in an efficient manner that protects your interests and adheres to all necessary administrative protocol.

Call 516-741-3060 for family law appeals in Nassau County.