Amicus Briefing

Our office represents individuals and entities who want to participate in state or federal appeals because, although they are not a direct party to the case, the outcome could profoundly affect their (or their constituents) interest. This participation takes the form of submitting briefs to the court as amicus or amici curiae, or “friend(s) of the court”.

Amicus briefs can be very helpful to a successful appeal. They can expand on key issues, historical and legal context, public policy, and help judges better understand the ultimate impacts if they uphold or reverse a ruling made by the court below. We can work with clients to review their overall goals and policies, and the case on appeal, to weigh the merits of an amicus brief and in the drafting of an amicus brief that focuses on and expands issues that may be left unaddressed by the parties.