Attorney Curtis Blood has been an appellate lawyer since 1978. At his firm, Blood Law Office, based in Collinsville, Illinois, he represents individuals wishing to appeal child-custody or dissolution-of-marriage judgments entered by the court. He offers a free initial consultation to discuss the potential case. Individuals may contact Attorney Blood online or by telephone at 618-345-4400 or 800-240-8132.
Custody matters are often stressful and may be highly contentious. If the initial determination in your case does not end with the result you desire, you may be able to file an appeal. The timing of a custody appeal is extremely important.
It is a misconception that any custody decision may be appealed within 30 days. In some situations a custody appeal must be started within five days. Having a lawyer and a plan in place prior to the custody decision may make the difference between having an appeals and losing the opportunity to appeal. Illinois Supreme Court Rule 306A provides a speeded-up appeals process for many custody cases; appeals governed by Rule 306A are completed in 150 days, about half the time of other appeals.
Most divorce (dissolution) appeals relate to money and the division of property. The appeals process in these situations usually involves a significant amount of financial resources and can be time-consuming. Consulting with an attorney, such as Curtis Blood, prior to or soon after entry of the judgment appealed will allow individuals to determine if the expense of the appeal is justified.
For experienced family law appeals representation for divorce or child custody, individuals may contact Blood Law Office online for a free initial consultation or call 618-345-4400 or 800-240-8132. Blood Law Office provides a free initial consultation to discuss a potential case's details and to offer possible courses of action. Once the firm is secured as counsel, the client pays a retainer for the lawyer in advance.
Blood Law Office
1602 Vandalia Street
Collinsville, IL 62234-4459
Telephone: 618-345-4400 | Toll Free: 800-240-8132
Fax: 618-345-3299 | E-mail
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