Fourth Circuit Appellate Court to Change Judges
The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal in Richmond, Virginia is set to have several judges retire in the coming year. With this in mind President Obama will have the opportunity to appoint new Appellate Judges to fill the positions. The Fourth Circuit covers all federal appeals from South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia and Maryland. It is also one of the most conservative courts in the country. The Fourth Circuit is generous about giving oral arguments to appellate attorneys compared to other appellate jurisdictions. The court has been filled by Republican candidates for many years. The new court will consist of many Obama appointees.
The Chief Judge retired earlier this year because of an early diagnosis of Alzheimers disease. This was a shock as Judge Williams was quiet young. Judge Traxler will be the new Chief Judge for the Fourth Circuit. The Fourth Circuit covers the Southeastern section of the United States. The Eleventh Circuit comes in to exert jurisdiction over Georgia and Florida. Many decisions from the Fourth Circuit have bee harsh on defendants in federal indictments. Many appeals for criminal cases are given quick decisions by the court. Appellate attorneys in South Carolina have had several Fourth Circuit judges in past from their home state. The new judges will more likely come from Virginia and Maryland which tend to be more Democratic based.
Our South Carolina appeal attorneys are ready to help with your federal appeal. A good federal appellate lawyer can explain the appeal process thoroughly in your initial consultation.
