Community association cases generate a high proportion of appealable issues: declarations are contracts reviewed de novo, injunctions carry expedited deadlines, and fee awards receive independent review. The firm handles these appeals before the Georgia Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of Georgia, whether or not it served as trial counsel.
What is assessed before an appeal is accepted
- Preservation. Arguments not properly raised below are generally unavailable on appeal. Review of the record precedes any engagement or quote.
- Standard of review. Issues reviewed de novo — such as interpretation of the governing documents — present materially better prospects than discretionary rulings. Clients are advised which standard applies and what it means for their odds.
- Deadlines. Georgia appellate deadlines are strict, and interlocutory review operates on its own schedule. Clients holding a recent adverse order should consult promptly.
Fee structure, disclosed: appellate consultations are $100 for 30 minutes. After conflicts clearance and acceptance of the appointment, the firm may request an order or selected filings for advance review. Every full appellate engagement is quoted case by case after review of the order, record, deadlines, and issues.