Initial Civil Appeals: Arizona | Practical Law

Initial Civil Appeals: Arizona | Practical Law

A Q&A guide to appealing from a trial court of general jurisdiction in Arizona. This Q&A addresses starting an appeal (as of right or by permission), obtaining a stay pending appeal, completing preliminary requirements (like mediation), submitting a factual record or appendix, briefing the appeal, arguing the appeal and requesting rehearing. Answers to questions can be compared across a number of jurisdictions (see Initial Civil Appeals: State Q&A Tool).

Initial Civil Appeals: Arizona

Practical Law State Q&A 9-559-8725 (Approx. 13 pages)

Initial Civil Appeals: Arizona

by Eric M. Fraser and Hayleigh S. Crawford, Osborn Maledon, PA, with Practical Law Litigation
Law stated as of 12 Dec 2022Arizona, United States
A Q&A guide to appealing from a trial court of general jurisdiction in Arizona. This Q&A addresses starting an appeal (as of right or by permission), obtaining a stay pending appeal, completing preliminary requirements (like mediation), submitting a factual record or appendix, briefing the appeal, arguing the appeal and requesting rehearing. Answers to questions can be compared across a number of jurisdictions (see Initial Civil Appeals: State Q&A Tool).
Following the suspension or modification of nonessential judicial functions in 2020 due to COVID-19, Arizona state courts have resumed most operations, but local courts may impose special rules impacting some litigation (such as remote proceedings). Check the Arizona Judicial Branch COVID-19 Information and Updates for the latest developments in this jurisdiction.