Appellate Law | Derrevere Stevens Black & Cozad

Strategic Advocacy from Trial Through Appeal

At every stage of litigation, from pre-trial motions to post-verdict appeals, having experienced appellate counsel can be the key to shaping — or saving — the outcome. Our appellate practice is led by Senior Appellate Counsel and supported by a team with more than 60 years of combined experience navigating complex civil litigation in both state and federal courts. We are called upon not only to handle high-stakes appeals but also to provide critical support at the trial level, ensuring that legal issues are properly preserved and strategically framed for potential review.

Our team regularly handles appeals arising from a broad spectrum of civil disputes, including automobile negligence claims, contract and insurance coverage disputes, construction defect cases, governmental code enforcement actions, premises liability matters, professional negligence claims, subrogation, and workers’ compensation cases. We work closely with trial counsel — whether in-house or outside the firm — to develop briefing strategies, assist with dispositive motions, prepare for oral argument, and provide real-time support during trial. This collaboration ensures continuity and positions our clients for the best possible outcome, both at trial and on appeal.

Whether you are a solo practitioner seeking appellate support or a large law firm looking for a partner in litigation strategy, our team is prepared to step in and deliver. Appeals can follow any result — win or lose — and the ability to navigate that next phase with precision and foresight is essential. At our firm, we bring the insight, clarity, and commitment that appellate work demands. Let our experience be your advantage.