Lewis Babcock has been representing clients in appellate courts for over 30 years. The firm has experience handling appeals of all types of cases in a variety of courts, boards, and administrative offices. Our lawyers have argued before the South Carolina Court of Appeals, the South Carolina Supreme Court, and the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals. Appellate practice seeks review of rulings made during lower court proceedings. To be an effective appellate advocate, a lawyer must closely review the record, properly identify the determinative legal issues, skillfully craft a persuasive written brief, and then present an effective oral argument to a panel of appellate judges. Since a limited amount of time is granted for oral argument, the attorney must make a condensed but persuasive argument to the court. Clear and persuasive writing and oral advocacy are paramount to effective appeals.