Written by prominent appellate experts, this authoritative how-to book is a guide through civil appeals and writs processes in California state courts. Beginning with pre-appeal planning (protecting the record), it continues through appealable judgments and orders, noticing the appeal, standards of review, briefing, the court of appeal decision, and Supreme Court review. It integrates applicable statutes, statewide rules, and local appellate court rules and policies. Invaluable sample briefs and other forms are included.