Appellate and Major Motions

Overview

A top national appellate law firm, BakerHostetler advises and represents clients in high-stakes appeals.

BakerHostetler’s appellate lawyers are well-respected for their appellate advocacy skills. Moreover, we have a highly regarded Supreme Court practice and we are frequently asked to provide testimony to committees of Congress regarding current issues of constitutional and international law. The exceptional work of our appellate team can be seen in the respect and accolades that we receive from clients and within the appellate community. Clients have said that our attorneys are "renowned for their strength in appellate law."

Our appellate team analyzes trial records for legal issues that can be raised on appeal, drafts and reviews appellate briefs, presents oral arguments, and submits amicus briefs. Our appellate lawyers have substantive knowledge and well-honed analytical written and oral advocacy skills that are essential to a successful appeal. Clients appreciate our fresh perspective and critical insight, as well as our emphasis on concise and persuasive written arguments.

In addition to our legal representation in federal and state appellate courts, we also assist trial teams with the identification of potential appellate challenges during the initial stages of litigation. We are often called upon to advise clients on complex issues at the trial court level, and to analyze trial issues strategically to protect the record on appeal or to preserve issues for appeal.

Select Experience

  • Successfully defended Mercy Hospital’s multimillion dollar award from challenges before the Ohio Supreme Court.
  • Represented Ford Motor Company in connection with multiple appellate matters.
  • Submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of long-time client Southern Company in connection with the case of City of Arlington, Texas v. FCC.
  • Submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of National Black Chamber of Commerce in connection with the major civil rights case of Shelby County v. Holder. The brief was widely noted in the media and referenced at oral argument.
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Professionals

Name Title Office Email
Partner Washington, D.C.
Associate Los Angeles
Partner New York
Partner Cleveland
Partner Cleveland
Partner Washington, D.C.
Partner New York
Partner Cleveland
Partner Washington, D.C.
Associate Cleveland
Partner Cleveland
Of Counsel Washington, D.C.
Partner Chicago
Partner New York
Partner Washington, D.C.
Partner Houston
Partner Los Angeles
Partner San Francisco
Associate Washington, D.C.
Partner Cleveland
Partner Columbus
Partner Cleveland
Partner Cincinnati
Partner Washington, D.C.
Partner Washington, D.C.
Partner Columbus
Counsel Washington, D.C.
Partner New York
Partner New York
Partner Orlando
Partner Orlando
Partner Cleveland
Partner Cleveland
Associate Cleveland
Partner Cleveland

Experience

  • Successfully defended Mercy Hospital’s multimillion dollar award from challenges before the Ohio Supreme Court.
  • Represented Ford Motor Company in connection with multiple appellate matters.
  • Submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of long-time client Southern Company in connection with the case of City of Arlington, Texas v. FCC.
  • Submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of National Black Chamber of Commerce in connection with the major civil rights case of Shelby County v. Holder. The brief was widely noted in the media and referenced at oral argument.
  • Submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of the Cato Institute in connection with Fisher v. University of Texas at Austin, a case about the permissible use of affirmative action in college admissions. The brief was relied on by the parties and drew a response by opposing amici parties.
  • Submitted an amicus brief to the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of the Cato Institute in connection with the labor union case of Harris v. Quinn.
  • Represented Nationwide in a $43 million appeal judgment, the second largest single plaintiff award in Ohio history.

Recognition

  • Chambers USA: Litigation
  • U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" Appellate Practice (2020)
    • National Tier 2
    • Metro Cleveland, Tier 1
  • Recognized as one of the top law firms for client service, BakerHostetler was named to the 2020 BTI Client Service 30 for the sixth consecutive year.