Can you appeal your family law court decision?

If you are likely many litigants and have recently had a disappointing court hearing with a family law court, you may be wondering if you can appeal that decision.  Experienced family law attorneys in the Bay Area will tell you that the first step is for you to request the Reporters Transcript from the hearing.

Whether your hearing was a law and motion hearing for 20 minutes or a longer hearing where evidence was taken, you will first need a copy of your hearing’s transcript to determine your options.

If you have a temporary order for Attorneys fees, child support, or spousal support you normally have 60 days from Notice of Entry of Judgment to appeal the order.

You can extend the time allowed to appeal the order by filing one of the following motions:

(1) Motion to Reconsider

(2) Motion to Vacate

(3) Motion for New Trial

(4) Motion for Judgment CCP 631.8  

If you have questions about whether you can or should appeal your family law decision, please reach out at amanda@gordonfamilylaw.com