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APPELLATE LAW

Trusted Appellate Advocates for Civil Cases

At Phillips, Hayden & Labbee, we deliver strategic and cost-effective appellate representation to secure justice for clients in all types of civil cases. Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, our experienced appellate attorneys excel in personal injury, breach of contract, construction disputes, business torts, and fraud claims. Whether you’re challenging an unfavorable ruling, defending a hard-won judgment, or seeking urgent relief through emergency writs, our team provides relentless advocacy in final and non-final appeals across Florida’s state and federal courts.

OUR ADVANTAGE

Why Choose PHL for Your Appeal?

  • Proven Appellate Success: Our attorneys have a strong track record in Florida’s District Courts of Appeal, the Florida Supreme Court, and the Eleventh Circuit, delivering favorable outcomes in complex civil appeals. 
  • Versatile Civil Litigation Expertise: We handle appeals across all civil matters, from personal injury and wrongful death to complex business and real estate disputes, ensuring tailored strategies for every case.
  • Skilled Advocacy Team: Our appellate lawyers, with deep experience in legal research, brief writing, and oral arguments, include attorneys recognized for their contributions to Florida’s legal community.
  • Client-First Commitment: We prioritize clear communication, realistic expectations, and tenacious advocacy to protect your rights.

Our Appellate Services

We provide comprehensive representation for all civil appeals, including:

Final and Non-Final Appeals

Representing clients in appeals from final judgments and interlocutory orders to protect your interests at every stage.

Emergency Writs

Filing and defending urgent writs (e.g., mandamus, prohibition, certiorari) to address critical legal issues promptly.

Post-Trial Motions

Crafting motions for new trials, reconsideration, or judgment notwithstanding the verdict.

Personal Injury Appeals

Reversing or defending rulings in cases like car accidents, slip-and-falls, and wrongful death claims.

Breach of Contract Appeals

Handling disputes over contract enforcement, breaches, or misinterpretations in commercial and personal agreements.

Business Torts/Fraud Appeals

Advocating in cases involving unfair competition, trade secret violations, tortious interference, fraudulent misrepresentation or deceptive practices.

Construction Disputes Appeals

Addressing issues like construction defects, payment disputes, or project delays.

OUR APPROACH

The Appellate Process Simplified

Appeals are complex, but our St. Petersburg appellate team makes the process clear and manageable:

1. Effective Oral Advocacy: We present powerful arguments before appellate judges to advance your position.

2. Emergency Relief: For time-sensitive matters, we file emergency writs to seek immediate court intervention.

3. Strategic Guidance: We tailor our approach to your case, whether it’s a final appeal, non-final appeal, or urgent writ.

4. In-Depth Case Review: We analyze trial records to pinpoint errors, such as incorrect legal rulings or procedural mistakes.

5. Persuasive Brief Writing: Our attorneys draft compelling briefs grounded in precedent to argue for reversal, remand, or affirmance.

DEFENDING VICTORIES

Why Appeals Are Critical

A well-executed appeal can correct trial court errors, overturn unjust rulings, or preserve a favorable outcome. Whether you’re a plaintiff seeking justice in a personal injury or fraud case, or a party defending a victory in a construction or business dispute, our appellate attorneys bring deep Florida law expertise and a passion for results.

WE’RE HERE TO HELP

Contact Our Tampa Bay Appellate Attorneys Today

Ready to appeal a civil case ruling or seek an emergency writ? Trust Phillips, Hayden & Labbee to deliver exceptional appellate advocacy. Call us at 727-300-1399 or fill out our online form for a free consultation. Our Tampa-based team is here to fight for the justice you deserve.

Serving clients throughout Florida, including St. Petersburg, Tampa, Orlando, Sarasota, Palm Beach, Miami, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee.

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RECENT TESTIMONIALS

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CIVIL LITIGATION CLIENT

Merrill King
Extremely pleased with their professionalism and knowledge of the law. They don’t back down from a challenge! I highly recommend and would use their services again.
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Mike Rolleston
Lawsuits are not a fun experience, even when you are clearly in the right. It can be stressful, confusing, and downright a pain in the neck. Mike Labbee handled our case and while it was a relatively small business dispute. To us it meant everything and Mike treated us with respect and represented our interests aggressively. He was always available to answer our questions and walk us through the various phases of our case. We never felt neglected or that we were not a priority for Mike and his firm. Mike and his staff worked with us for over a year and we reached a very satisfactory resolution in our case which allowed our business to continue thriving. I can’t recommend PHL enough. If you are looking for attorneys, you can stop. You found them.
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Ryan Clegg
Mike and Tyler represented me in the Fall of 2019 and were accommodating and welcoming to me at all times of the day. They handled my small dispute as if it was a large one and would feel comfortable referring them to any individual or business in town should you need honest representation!