When Your Case Is on Appeal, Experience Matters

Experienced appellate attorneys representing clients in Texas and federal courts.

Proven Results in Texas and Federal Courts.

When your case is on appeal, the attorney you choose matters. Appeals require a different approach from trials, and obtaining a reversal demands extensive knowledge of appellate law, exceptional legal research and writing skills, and the ability to identify and persuasively argue reversible errors.

At Clouthier Law, our practice is devoted entirely to appeals and post-conviction litigation. Our attorneys have secured numerous victories in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, as well as victories in the United States Supreme Court, the Fourth, Ninth, and Tenth Circuits, the Supreme Court of Texas, and numerous state courts of appeals. Our attorneys also bring extensive experience presenting oral arguments before state and federal appellate courts. We have successfully challenged substantial civil judgments, unfavorable family court rulings, criminal convictions, and lengthy prison sentences in state and federal courts.

We don’t just handle appeals. Appellate litigation is the entire focus of our firm.

Appellate Advocacy Requires Distinct Skills and Experience

Trial and appellate litigation require fundamentally different approaches. Trial attorneys focus on presenting evidence and persuading a judge or jury. Appellate attorneys must identify legal errors in the trial record and persuade appellate judges that the law requires a different result.

An appeal is not simply another opportunity to argue your case. It requires demonstrating why the lower court’s decision should be reversed under the applicable law and standards of review.

Our attorneys devote their practice to the careful review of trial records, extensive legal research, and development of persuasive appellate arguments. We stay current on the latest appellate decisions, closely study the rules of appellate procedure, and understand the importance of identifying and presenting the issues most likely to affect the outcome. Our commitment to thorough preparation, exceptional legal research, and high-quality written advocacy ensures that each case receives the attention and skill necessary to give our clients the strongest possible opportunity for success on appeal.

At Clouthier Law, appellate advocacy is not an occasional part of our practice. It is what we do every day.

What Our Clients Say

“She has a deep understanding of the law and is willing to take on challenging cases that can make a
real difference. Her commitment to justice and the hard work she puts into her cases truly set her
apart. She has even taken her advocacy all the way to the Supreme Court, achieving an outcome that
has had a meaningful impact beyond just one client.”
— Ashley Childs

“Throughout the months she and her team worked closely to find major areas of the case that were a serious issue. She also is more than a lawyer she comes across as someone who does care about people.”
“UPDATE: We won the appeal! Thank you Susan !!! “
— M

“Susan’s Petition for Writ of Mandamus to the court of appeals was precise, professional, flawless in the interpretation of Texas law.”
“There are lot of lawyers out there, but there are only a few Great lawyers. Susan Clouthier Is one ofthem.”
— Javier Castillo

“I read every word and couldn’t have felt more heard or more understood. Not only did she do an amazing job with details, she stood up for us and made sure our story was well written and would be heard.”
— Rachael Kennedy Parrella

Comprehensive Representation in Texas and Federal Appeals

Clouthier Law represents clients in a broad range of appellate and post-conviction matters, including:

• Criminal Appeals: Challenging convictions, sentences, and other adverse rulings.
• Civil Appeals: Challenging substantial judgments, including business and contract disputes.
• Family Law Appeals: Challenging divorce decrees, property divisions, custody rulings, and other family court orders.
• Federal Appeals: Criminal and civil appeals in federal courts.
• Habeas Corpus: State and federal post-conviction challenges.
• Higher Court Review: Petitions to the Supreme Court of Texas, Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, and United States Supreme Court.
• Mandamus Proceedings: Seeking extraordinary appellate relief when appropriate.

Your Appeal Deserves Experienced Appellate Counsel

An unfavorable judgment does not necessarily mean your case is over. But appellate deadlines are strict, and the issues raised and arguments presented can significantly affect the outcome.

If you believe the court made a serious legal error, our attorneys can evaluate your case and determine whether there are grounds to challenge the ruling.

Clouthier Law. Appeals Are What We Do.