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NC Office of the Appellate Defender

NC Office of the Appellate Defender

We represent indigent adult and juvenile clients on appeal after a criminal conviction, juvenile delinquency disposition, and mental health commitment, and when the State appeals a trial court ruling.

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Training Videos

The videos linked below are intended for training and informational purposes only and statements made in the videos should not be considered as legal advice on how to proceed with any particular case. The links open in YouTube. Handouts and other materials mentioned in the videos can be found on our Appellate Practitioner Resources page.

After the Court of Appeals – Petitions for Discretionary Review & Petitions for Certiorari
Appeals from Guilty Pleas
Appeals from Probation Revocations
Technology for the Appellate Defense Attorney
Litigating Ineffective Assistance of Counsel on Direct Appeal and Motions for Appropriate Relief Filed During Direct Appeal

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Office of the Appellate Defender
123 W. Main St., Ste. 500
Durham, NC 27701
(919) 354-7210

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