Alonso Appeals

Appellate practice is a distinct discipline from trial work. Appellate courts do not retry cases — they review the record for legal error. Success on appeal depends on identifying the right issues, applying the correct standards of review, and crafting persuasive written arguments that speak directly to the reviewing court.

Cristina Alonso focuses exclusively on appellate advocacy. That focus means every brief, every motion, and every oral argument is shaped by a deep understanding of how Florida's appellate courts think and what they look for.

Appellate services include:

• Reviewing trial court records for reversible error
• Drafting initial, answer, and reply briefs
• Oral argument before the District Courts of Appeal
• Oral argument before the Florida Supreme Court
• Emergency motions, writs of certiorari, and mandamus
• Consulting with trial counsel to preserve appellate issues
• Second opinions on appeal viability

Cristina Alonso is a Florida attorney board certified in Appellate Practice by The Florida Bar — a designation held by fewer than two percent of Florida lawyers. Board certification recognizes attorneys who have demonstrated exceptional knowledge, skills, and proficiency in their area of law and who have been evaluated for professionalism and ethics.

Alonso Appeals is a boutique appellate firm dedicated solely to appellate work. That singular focus allows the firm to provide the depth of attention and expertise that appellate matters demand, without the competing pressures of trial practice.