Legal Question in Appeals and Writs in California

Can I appeal a Statement of Decision or do I need to file a Writ?


Asked on 3/01/14, 8:54 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Anthony Roach Law Office of Anthony A. Roach

Neither. You appeal or take a writ from a judgment or order that aggrieved you, not the judges reasoning for giving it.

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Answered on 3/01/14, 9:14 am
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Mr. Roach is right. A statement of decision is not a judgment or order, so it cannot be appealed. It is just an explanation of the reasons for a judgment or order, which is probably appealable in its own right.

Please feel free to contact me if you want to discuss your situation in more detail. I am a certified appellate specialist (per the State Bar's Board of Legal Specialization) with 20 years of relevant experience.

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Answered on 3/01/14, 12:05 pm


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