Business Details
Trusted Criminal Appellate Attorneys in Florida
Ponall Law is a dedicated criminal appellate law firm specializing in post-conviction relief and complex criminal cases. Our team of attorneys brings decades of combined experience in challenging wrongful convictions and advocating for clients' constitutional rights. We focus exclusively on appeals and post-conviction matters, ensuring each case receives meticulous attention and strategic representation. With a proven track record in state and federal courts, we provide free initial consultations to assess legal options and develop tailored action plans.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our rigorous approach to reviewing case records, identifying judicial errors, and presenting compelling arguments before appellate courts. We serve clients throughout Florida, prioritizing transparency, ethical standards, and relentless advocacy to achieve favorable outcomes.
Services
Direct Appeals
Post-Conviction Relief
Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
Federal Habeas Corpus Petitions
Extraordinary Writs
Highlights and features
- We exclusively handle criminal appeals and post-conviction cases with proven success in overturning convictions.
- Our team includes a Florida Bar Board-Certified attorney in Criminal Appellate Law with 22+ years of experience.
- We offer free initial consultations to thoroughly assess your case and legal options.
- Our attorneys have argued hundreds of cases in Florida's District Courts of Appeal and federal courts.
- Client-focused approach prioritizing transparency, ethical representation, and strategic advocacy.
Associations and certifications
- Florida Bar (Criminal Appellate Law Certification)
Services
Direct Appeals
We represent clients appealing criminal convictions in Florida's District Courts of Appeal and federal appellate courts. Our process involves comprehensive review of trial records, identification of legal errors, and strategic argumentation to overturn unjust verdicts. With extensive experience in complex criminal cases, we focus on constitutional violations and procedural irregularities that compromised fair trials.
Post-Conviction Relief
Our firm specializes in post-conviction motions under Florida Rules 3.850 and 3.800 to address ineffective counsel, illegal sentences, and constitutional violations. We evaluate cases for grounds to challenge convictions after initial appeals, focusing on judicial errors and systemic failures that impacted trial outcomes.
Federal Habeas Corpus Petitions
We file federal habeas corpus petitions for clients who have exhausted state court remedies. Our approach targets constitutional violations and procedural injustices that occurred during state court proceedings, leveraging federal jurisdiction to secure relief for wrongfully convicted individuals.
Ineffective Assistance of Counsel
We challenge convictions based on inadequate legal representation during trial or appellate phases. Our evaluation includes demonstrating counsel's failure to meet professional standards and proving resulting prejudice to the defendant's case.
Extraordinary Writs
We pursue writs of prohibition, certiorari, and mandamus to address urgent legal issues before trial completion. This includes challenging judicial bias, double jeopardy violations, and pretrial rulings that could irreparably harm a defendant's case.
People
William R. Ponall
Attorney
Board-certified in Criminal Appellate Law by the Florida Bar with 22+ years of experience. Former federal court attorney and partner at prominent Florida law firms. Recognized as Super Lawyer (2015-2024) and Rising Star (2012).
Eric J. Sorice
Attorney
Experienced appellate attorney specializing in post-conviction relief and complex criminal appeals. Focuses on constitutional law violations and judicial error analysis in state and federal courts.
Laura L. Cepero
Attorney
Skilled advocate in criminal appellate cases with expertise in ineffective assistance of counsel claims and federal habeas corpus petitions. Committed to challenging wrongful convictions through rigorous legal analysis.
Questions
What areas of law does Ponall Law specialize in?
We specialize exclusively in criminal appeals, post-conviction relief, and complex criminal defense cases in Florida state and federal courts.
How do I know if I qualify for post-conviction relief?
Contact us for a free consultation to evaluate potential grounds such as ineffective counsel, illegal sentences, or constitutional violations affecting your conviction.
What is the process for filing an appeal?
We conduct comprehensive case reviews, identify legal errors, prepare written briefs, and present oral arguments before appellate courts to challenge unjust convictions.
Can you handle federal criminal appeals?
Yes, we represent clients in federal appellate courts including the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals and federal habeas corpus proceedings.
What makes Ponall Law different from other firms?
Our exclusive focus on appellate criminal law, combined with decades of experience and a proven track record of overturning convictions, sets us apart.
