Appeals & Trial-Court Brief-Writing
Why Writing Matters in Litigation
The strength of a case often turns on the quality of the written briefs. Motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, and Daubert challenges are frequently decided on the papers. Trial lawyers know their cases, but many don’t enjoy writing—or don’t have the time to craft persuasive, well-supported briefs. That’s where I come in.
Embedded Trial Counsel or Ad Hoc Briefing
I offer flexible support tailored to the needs of each case:
Ad Hoc Briefing: One-off assignments for critical motions, appellate briefs, or responses.
Embedded Trial Counsel: A co-counsel role where I handle most or all of the substantive writing—motions, briefs, jury instructions, and appeals—freeing trial counsel to focus on discovery, depositions, and client care.
Appellate Practice: Full representation on appeal, including issue selection, standards of review, and strategic framing of arguments.
Writing Experience You Can Trust
I’ve written hundreds of briefs in trial and appellate courts.
I bring a disciplined approach: clear framing, rigorous research, and persuasive presentation.
My work is designed to be read quickly and understood immediately by busy judges.
Not every lawyer is a writer. But if the written record is where cases are won or lost, you want someone who knows how to build the strongest possible argument on paper.
Nationwide Availability
Legal writing can be done from anywhere with a computer and an internet connection. While my primary admissions are in Georgia and South Dakota, and New York, I also assist trial lawyers across the country on a pro hac vice basis or as behind-the-scenes briefing counsel.
Fees and Market Approach
Fees vary by jurisdiction and complexity, but my goal is to compete on price—charging significantly less than the prevailing local market rate for attorneys with comparable experience and expertise. For solos and small firms handling high-stakes litigation, this makes first-tier legal writing accessible.