Family Law
At Downs Rachlin Martin PLLC (DRM), the experienced and dedicated family law team can help you navigate the appeals process in Vermont.
Any final order of a Vermont court can be appealed to the Supreme Court of Vermont as a matter of right. A notice of appeal must be filed within 30 days of the final order. After 30 days, in limited circumstances, changes to orders can be pursued by filing a Motion with the Court requesting a modification of orders. (link to modification of orders page) Certain issues may be appropriate for interlocutory appeal, which is an appeal of a ruling that is made prior to a final order.
The appeals process involves reviewing the record of the trial court and the findings and reasons for those findings. Appeals to the Vermont Supreme Court may be heard by the full panel of five supreme court justices or, in cases where the court determines that there are no new issues of law, a panel of three justices may hear the appeal.
Because the appeals process is time-sensitive, we make every effort to ensure that you are aware of your rights to appeal that may arise prior to or following a final order. We’ll provide the information you need to make an informed decision about whether or not to appeal a decision that isn’t as favorable as you would have liked.
Caryn Waxman and Amber Barber, co-chairs of the DRM Family Law Group, have each practiced family law exclusively for more than a dozen years. Both are regularly invited to address lawyers and other professionals on divorce matters and related complex financial issues, as well as other family law topics.
Keenly aware of the emotionally-charged nature of most family law issues, our family law team responds rapidly to clients’ needs, making every effort to ensure that you are informed about the status of your case and what steps are to be taken next.
To explore how the DRM Family Law Group can assist you, contact practice group co-chair Amber Barber or Caryn Waxman.
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