Appeals

Keep Advocating for Your Rights and Interests

Your fight isn’t over. We’re here to continue supporting a better future for you.

Exercise Your Right to Appeal

Make sure your specific case gets attention and justice it deserves. Our appeals practice offers support for both civil and criminal appeals. The nuances of appellate court procedure require meticulous attention. Having a knowledgeable, specialized lawyer on your side is crucial.

We understand that you need a partner through this endeavor. That’s why we provide representation and tailored attention through all phases of the appeal process. While new evidence cannot be shared in an appeal, there are still many reasons why you may feel that justice has not been served. Some common grounds for appeal include:

The court failed to follow proper procedure or violated your rights during your trial
New evidence that was not available at the time of the original trial
Ineffective counsel such as failing to investigate aspects of the case
Misconduct or bias by the judge, jury, or someone else involved in your trial

If you feel justice has not yet been served, reach out to us today.

Appellate Cases Won

Successful Appeals From Our Firm

Andrew B. Howie has represented hundreds of clients in the Iowa Court of Appeals and with the Iowa Supreme Court. Here are examples of cases he has advocated for and won.

Child Custody

Successful won a father shared physical custody of a young child after a divorce.

Hensch v. Mysak

Property Division

Increased property award after a divorce by almost half a million dollars.

Ernst-Woodhouse

Alimony

Client was awarded increased alimony payments when appeal reversed the trial court’s ruling of a low alimony award.

In re Marriage of Angier

Attorney Fees

Reversed trial court’s order for a client to pay his ex-wife’s attorney fees in a contempt case.

In re Marriage of Peck

Mortgage Disputes

Reversed the trial court’s decision to extinguish a mortgage holder’s lien.

Robinson v. First American

Corporate

Permitted client to pierce the corporate veil in order to enforce a personal judgement against the debtor.

Woodruff Const. v. Clark

Easement Disputes

Defended trial court’s decision to allow the client to build a fence in a dispute over easement.

Skow v. Goforth

Land Condemnation

Successfully appealed a decision to dismiss the client’s petition to stop land condemnation by the State.

Kimberley v. IA DOT

Appealing a ruling can be time consuming and overwhelming. But we know that justice should be served. Continue to fight for your rights, and let us guide you through the process smoothly.

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