New York Federal & State Appeals Attorney

Fighting Wrongful Convictions and Sentences in NYC and Federal Courts

A criminal conviction in New York isn’t always the end of the story. If you believe a serious legal error, constitutional violation, or ineffective counsel affected your case, you have the right to appeal.
At Hughes Law, we represent clients in New York State and federal appellate courts, challenging wrongful convictions and unfair sentences with precision and persistence.

Understanding the Appeals Process

An appeal is not a new trial; it’s a detailed legal review of what went wrong in the courtroom. Our job is to identify errors made by the judge, prosecutor, or defense counsel that violated your rights or led to an unjust result.

In a New York or federal appeal, we:

• Review every transcript, motion, and ruling from your case.

• Research and develop the strongest legal arguments.

• Prepare a persuasive written appellate brief.

• Present oral arguments before appellate judges in New York’s Appellate Divisions, the New York Court of Appeals, or the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.

Common Grounds for Appeal

Our firm has handled appeals involving:

• Constitutional violations and due process errors

• Improper jury instructions or evidentiary rulings

• Prosecutorial misconduct

• Sentencing errors or excessive punishment

• Ineffective assistance of counsel

• Newly discovered evidence or recanted testimony

• Violations of plea agreements

If the lower court made an error that changed the outcome of your case, we fight to have that conviction or sentence overturned.