Appellate

Why Zabel Schellenberg? Skill, strategy, and a proven record of success.

Zabel Schellenberg’s award-winning appellate team has briefed and/or argued well over 100 appeals before Connecticut’s appellate courts, including the Connecticut Supreme Court. Our attorneys have a deep command of appellate procedure, persuasive legal writing, and oral advocacy, enabling us to advance complex legal arguments with precision and clarity. We handle civil appeals arising from virtually every area of our practice, from high-stakes municipal and land use disputes to intricate commercial and employment litigation.

Our appellate work is informed by decades of combined trial and litigation experience, giving us a comprehensive understanding of the record-building process and the strategies needed to preserve and position issues for appellate review. We also represent municipalities in administrative appeals before zoning boards of appeals, inland wetlands commissions, and other land use and regulatory bodies.

We work collaboratively with trial counsel, both inside and outside the firm, to identify appellate issues early, assess the likelihood of success, and craft tailored strategies to achieve the best possible results for our clients. Whether seeking to overturn an unfavorable judgment or defend a hard-won victory, our attorneys bring unmatched diligence, preparation, and advocacy to every appeal.

Appellate Services

Our appellate services include:

Civil and Commercial Appeals

We represent businesses, municipalities, and individuals in appeals involving contract disputes, business torts, property rights, employment matters, and other civil litigation issues. Our attorneys are skilled at developing persuasive written briefs and delivering compelling oral arguments before the Connecticut Appellate and Supreme Courts.

Municipal and Administrative Appeals

We have extensive experience representing municipalities and private parties in administrative appeals, particularly those involving land use and zoning, wetlands enforcement, and other regulatory decisions. Our deep knowledge of municipal law and governmental processes gives our clients an advantage in these highly specialized matters.

Collaborative Appellate Support for Trial Counsel

We regularly partner with trial lawyers to provide appellate guidance at all stages of litigation. From preserving issues for appeal to drafting dispositive motions, editing briefs, and preparing for oral argument, we add strategic depth and appellate insight to complex cases.

Post-Judgment Motions and Remands

Our attorneys handle post-trial motions, motions for reconsideration, and proceedings on remand following appellate decisions, ensuring that clients’ interests are protected and that favorable rulings are implemented effectively.

Interlocutory Appeals and Writ Practice

We advise on and pursue interlocutory appeals, extraordinary writs, and other specialized forms of appellate relief when immediate review is necessary to protect a client’s rights or prevent irreparable harm.

For More Information

For more information about our appellate law services, we welcome you to contact us.