Legal Question in Appeals and Writs in California

It is not clear from your question what you mean by "completing your filing". You have ten days from filing the Notice of Appeal to designate the record and pay the required deposits; if you do not do so you will get a notice from the clerk's office setting a deadline for you to do so. There will also be a Case Information Statement, that the Court of Appeal will mail to you for completion and filing. Your actual Opening Brief will not be due for at least several months or longer.

I am a Certified Appellate Law specialist with 22 years of experience in civil appeals and writs, including appeals from probate matters. Please see my website for more information about civil appeals and my practice: www.CaliforniaAppellateSpecialist.com

What are your grounds for appeal? You should have a briefing schedule. Do not try to do this by yourself. Contact me directly.