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Appellate Practice,
Law Practice

Nov. 5, 2018

Be careful what you wish for

When appellate attorneys discuss case law, we often focus on an opinion’s reasoning. Judicial reasoning is the grist of our craft. We analogize or distinguish it — depending on which side retained us.

Christopher Cottle

Of Counsel
Moskovitz Appellate Team

Christopher Cottle is former presiding justice of the 6th District Court of Appeal.

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Paul Katz

Moskovitz Appellate Team

Email: paul@katzappellatelaw.com

Paul is a certified appellate specialist.

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MOSKOVITZ ON APPEALS

When appellate attorneys discuss case law, we often focus on an opinion's reasoning. Judicial reasoning is the grist of our craft. We analogize or distinguish it -- depending on ...

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