Federal Ninth Circuit Civil Appellate Practice (The Rutter Group Practice Guide)

Federal Ninth Circuit Civil Appellate Practice provides a comprehensive roadmap through Ninth Circuit civil appellate and writ practice, including review in agency, bankruptcy, and tax court cases. It includes a thorough analysis of applicable case law, statutes, Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure, and Ninth Rules and General Orders.

Decades of experience are distilled into clear and practical guidance on the substantive, procedural, and tactical issues that commonly arise in Ninth Circuit appeals. Each topic and procedure are systematically explored and broken down into easy-to-understand steps, written in a clear, concise, and accessible style. Practice-tested sample forms are included throughout, adhering to the latest requirements with recommendations for their use.

Federal Ninth Circuit Civil Appellate Practice is an invaluable addition to any legal library. Its concise yet comprehensive content, coupled with its practical tips, strategies, and tactics, will help you achieve optimal outcomes for your clients seeking appellate and writ review in the Ninth Circuit.

This practice guide covers a broad spectrum of topics, including:

• Preliminary considerations
• Appealability and justiciability
• Notice of appeal and cross-appeal
• The record and judicial notice
• Mediation
• Motion practice
• Scope, waiver, and standards of review
• Briefs and use of authority
• Oral argument
• Disposition, sanctions, interest, and mandate
• Rehearing
• Costs, fees, and post-appeal issues
• Extraordinary writs
• Review in bankruptcy, agency, and tax court proceedings

Written by preeminent legal experts, our comprehensive Rutter Group Practice Guides are indispensable resources for both novice and seasoned attorneys, providing accessible, authoritative guidance. Thoughtfully crafted in a concise, easy-to-read outline format, our guides simplify intricate legal concepts into clear, step-by-step instructions that facilitate swift mastery and application.

• Practice guides include relevant case law, statutes, and court rules, focusing on issues facing practicing attorneys. Pivotal discussions about decisions illuminate key points, rather than just providing lists of citations, preparing plaintiffs and defense counsel for a variety of contingencies.
• Practitioners benefit from practical guidance that logically breaks down topics and procedures into manageable steps, illustrated with examples from actual cases.
• Esteemed authors provide expert insights, including battle-tested strategies, tactics, time-saving tips, and "Practice Pointers" to equip you with the wisdom of experienced practitioners.
• Comprehensive content is updated and revised by our authors and meticulously edited by Rutter Group attorney editors, ensuring you stay abreast of the latest legal developments.
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