Tampa Criminal Appeals Lawyer

Discuss Your Criminal Appeals Options

When you have already lost in court, you cannot afford to lose again. Whether you accepted a plea deal that did not materialize as you thought it would, or if you received ineffective assistance of counsel in your original trial, an appeal offers a second chance at fighting to pursue the options available in your case.

Appeals Require A Different Skill Set Than Trials

There are many avenues by which a conviction can be appealed. Pursuing post conviction relief does not just call for representation from a criminal defense attorney who is focused on trial work. Building a strong appeal is a very different type of process from defending a client at trial. Appeals are very research- and writing-oriented. Appeals are often won or lost on the strength of the briefs submitted.

Attorney Ron Frey has extensive experience crafting appeals. He helps his clients and their families understand the process they will be going through. He believes in keeping his clients fully involved — he never files an appeal without first explaining to his clients the basis for the appeal and the approaches available.

Attorney Ron Frey holds a 10.0 Avvo rating and has been named a Super Lawyer. Attorney Ron Frey is also a published author and has spoken at legal conferences on criminal law and procedure. Learn more on our About Attorney Ron Frey page.

The Experience You Need When So Much Is At Stake

At The Frey Law Firm, LLC, we understand that many people may be very wary of the criminal justice system after losing at the trial level. It can be emotionally exhausting to pursue further action. We will work with you to help you effectively navigate the appeals process. Let us help you pursue the options available in your case.

Criminal Appeals in Florida’s Second District Court of Appeal

Attorney Ron Frey handles criminal appeals in Florida, primarily in the Second District Court of Appeal. He appeals cases out of the county and circuit courts he serves in Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Pasco County, and throughout the Tampa Bay area. If you or a friend or family member was convicted, or believes something went wrong in the trial court, an appeal or post-conviction relief may be an option worth reviewing.

Experience in State, Federal, and U.S. Supreme Court Appeals

Attorney Ron Frey has a great deal of experience handling appeals at both the state and federal level. He was admitted to the bar of the Supreme Court of the United States in 2009, and he has prepared and filed a petition for a writ of certiorari with the U.S. Supreme Court. Whether a case began in a Florida county or circuit court or in federal court, he understands how the rules and procedures of each appellate court shape the way an appeal must be presented.

Appeals Have Firm, Fast Deadlines

Appeals have very firm and fast deadlines, and time is of the essence. A missed deadline can close the door on an appeal or on some forms of post-conviction relief, and the deadlines that apply depend on the court, the type of case, and how it ended. If you are thinking about an appeal, do not wait. Contact a lawyer as soon as possible after a conviction or sentence so your options can be reviewed while they are still available.

A Thorough, Lengthy Process

A strong appeal is not written overnight. It is a lengthy process. Attorney Ron Frey starts by gathering and reviewing the full record of the case. He gets information and insights from prior counsel and from the defendant, and he reviews all of the evidence and transcripts so that every angle is explored. Only then does he tailor and draft a thorough brief and assignments of error built around the specific issues in that case. Throughout the process, he explains the basis for the appeal and the approaches available, so clients and their families understand each step.

Every Case Is Different: Talk With Attorney Ron Frey

The details are different in every case. Deadlines, issues, and strategies are unique to each situation, and information on a website can’t simply be applied to your circumstances. Contact Attorney Ron Frey for a free, confidential initial consultation to review where your case stands and what options may be available for an appeal or post-conviction relief. Call or text (813) 775-2276 to talk about your case or the case of a friend or family member. You can also contact us online or learn more about Attorney Ron Frey.