The Supreme Court of Virginia adopted amendments to the Rules concerning non-parties filing an amicus curiae brief in the Court of Appeals of Virginia or the Supreme Court of Virginia. (Rules 5:30, 5A:23) These amendments go...more
With the expansion in the size and scope of the Court of Appeals of Virginia on January 1, 2022, civil litigators in Virginia have an increased likelihood of a full appeal of virtually any trial court decision. However, since...more
The term “interpanel accord” has increased importance in Virginia civil state court practice after the General Assembly recently expanded the size and scope of the Court of Appeals of Virginia. More information about the...more
While most appeals do not occur until after a final order is issued by the circuit court, there are instances when an issue is so pressing that an appellate court will resolve it before the case proceeds to final judgment in...more
While the vast majority of cases heard by the Supreme Court of Virginia are to review rulings from lower Virginia courts, occasionally the Supreme Court will be called upon to answer “certified questions” on a point of...more
- Learn about the significant changes that will enable almost all litigants to have a right to appeal to the Court of Appeals of Virginia
- Become aware of pitfalls at trial that could hurt your chances on appeal
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As part of a larger set of articles on appellate practice inspired by the Court of Appeals of Virginia taking on an expanded role, this article will discuss the often-overlooked but important topic of appeal bonds....more
Legal Alert for Community Associations: Community associations should take notice that Virginia recently became the final state to allow civil litigants a right to appeal a circuit court ruling. ...more