Appeals
Appeal to a higher court to reverse a lower court’s decision
Family Law Appeals in the Bay Area
Turn to Our San Francisco Appellate Attorneys for Skilled, Strategic Representation
California’s family courts sometimes get it wrong. Errors in divorce, custody, support, and visitation cases happen more often than people realize — and those mistakes can have lasting consequences for you and your family. If you believe a family court ruling in your case was unjust, or if you need to defend a favorable judgment that’s being challenged, Holstrom, Block & Parke, APLC, can help. Our San Francisco family law appellate attorneys represent clients throughout the Bay Area and Northern California, bringing decades of combined experience to complex appellate matters. Whether you’re seeking to overturn an unfair judgment or protect the outcome you worked hard to achieve, we provide the experience and precision needed to navigate the appeals process effectively.
Why Clients Across California Trust Our Firm:
Understanding the Family Law Appeals Process in California
An appeal is not a second trial — it’s a legal review of how the lower court applied the law. To succeed, there must be a clear legal or procedural error that affected the outcome. Disagreeing with a judge’s decision is not enough.
Appeals may be appropriate when:
Because appellate matters are highly technical and time-sensitive, it’s critical to act quickly. There are strict deadlines for filing an appeal, and missing them can mean losing your right to challenge the ruling.
Emergency Writs and Other Appellate Remedies
Not all orders are immediately appealable — but that doesn’t mean you’re out of options. In urgent situations, our attorneys can seek emergency writ relief from the appellate court to prevent irreparable harm while your case is reviewed. Our team has extensive experience handling both civil and family law writs in appellate courts throughout California.
We represent clients in a broad range of appellate matters, including:
Protect Your Rights and Your Family’s Future
Whether you’re defending a hard-earned judgment or challenging an unfair ruling, you need a skilled appellate lawyer who understands both trial law and appellate procedure. At Holstrom, Block & Parke, we’re proud to serve clients across San Francisco, Alameda County, Marin County, Contra Costa County, and the greater Bay Area, offering trusted, results-driven advocacy in family law appeals.
Our team is committed to providing clarity, communication, and strategic representation every step of the way.
Contact our San Francisco family law appeals attorneys today to discuss your options and safeguard your rights.
