Where Procedure Meets Precision

Appellate Services for the Ninth Circuit: Unrivaled Preparation, Filing, and Printing

Since 1938, Proceed (formerly Counsel Press) has been the trusted partner of Am Law 100 firms for preparing, filing, and printing appeals in the Ninth Circuit. With unmatched expertise, we set the standard for precision and reliability.

In the Ninth Circuit, our appellate support team has successfully handled over 3,900 cases, averaging more than 400 cases annually. By partnering with us, you’ll gain access to expert appellate guidance from senior appellate attorneys, paralegals, and consultants, collectively bringing over 100 years of experience in Ninth Circuit procedure and appellate law.

When outcomes depend on absolute accuracy, Proceed is your precision appellate partner from first filing to final ruling.

Appellate brief preparation, filing, and printing for the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, covering federal appeals for the Western United States (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington) and the territories of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands.

Our Services

Full-Service Brief and Document Preparation

Comprehensive drafting and formatting of all appellate documents, including Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities, ensuring precise compliance with New York state appellate court requirements.

Advanced Document Sequencing and Pagination

Expert organization and page numbering to ensure compliance and readability across all jurisdictions.

Digital Brief Creation and E-filing Services

Seamless electronic brief preparation, formatting, and filing in the Appellate Division and the Court of Appeals.

Rule-Compliant Statement and Certification Drafting

Preparation of jurisdiction-specific statements and certifications required by New York appellate rules.

Notice and Stipulation Drafting

Efficient drafting of procedural documents, including notices of appeal and stipulations, tailored to New York appellate court requirements.

Professional Typesetting from All Digital Formats

High-quality typesetting from email, cloud-based files, or other electronic formats—ensuring accuracy, consistency, and professional presentation.

End-to-End Production, Filing, and Service

Complete print and electronic production, including printing, binding, filing, and service of all appellate materials with fast turnaround and court-specific precision.

Our Appellate Services in the Ninth Circuit

Full-Service Brief and Document Preparation

Comprehensive drafting and formatting of all appellate documents, including Tables of Contents and Tables of Authorities, ensuring precise compliance with Ninth Circuit requirements.

Advanced Document Sequencing and Pagination

Expert organization and page numbering to ensure compliance and readability across all jurisdictions.

Digital Brief Creation and E-filing Services

Seamless electronic brief preparation, formatting, and filing in the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Rule-Compliant Statement and Certification Drafting

Preparation of jurisdiction-specific statements and certifications required by Ninth Circuit rules.

Notice and Stipulation Drafting

Efficient drafting of procedural documents, including notices of appeal and stipulations, tailored to Ninth Circuit requirements.

Professional Typesetting From All Digital Formats

High-quality typesetting from email, cloud-based files, or other electronic formats—ensuring accuracy, consistency, and professional presentation.

End-to-End Production, Filing, and Service

Complete print and electronic production, including printing, binding, filing, and service of all appellate materials with fast turnaround and court-specific precision.

If you have an upcoming appeal, contact us right away. The sooner you engage our services, the better the chances for success. Talk to a member of our appellate team today.

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What Others are Saying

“Our client has used other appellate vendors before but when they asked us who should do the emergency filing here, we told them it had to be Counsel Press because of your experience and expertise. You guys are the best!”

“I found your company to be both helpful and timely. The work that your company has done for my firm has been above and beyond merely printing and delivering documents. Your staff’s knowledge of the rules and procedures for the appellate courts was invaluable.”

“Puts service ahead of all other considerations on a 24/7 basis.”

“Counsel Press staff are super knowledgeable, efficient, timely, understanding under stress, and very personable … I thoroughly enjoyed working with them and will continue to use Counsel Press in the days and appeals that will come.”

“Unparalleled knowledge of the Court’s rules and procedures. A joy to work with!”

“I must admit, after 30 years of practice and overseeing my staff finalizing, copying, binding, delivering, etc. … appellate briefs and appendices, I am now among the converts and see the cost and time benefit to hiring your company!”

Michelle LiVecchi-Raufi

Alaine Patti-Jelsvik

Jennifer Sambito

Meet the team that ensures your appeal is handled with precision.

Our in-house team of appellate counsel and consultants have decades of experience in the Ninth Circuit. All our experts are based in the United States.

Don’t leave room for error. For precise appellate brief filing, preparation, and printing, contact Proceed today.

Additional Appellate Services

Legal Brief Writing, Research, and Review

Proceed also supports law firms looking for expert appellate brief writing or revision, brief review, citation review, Shepardizing, oral argument preparation, and legal research.

Learn about our Legal Research Group

Support for Navigating the PACER MFA

Protect is Proceed’s custom-built 2FA solution tailored for law firms navigating the federal judiciary’s PACER multifactor authentication mandate.

Learn about Protect

Brief Support for CJA Ninth Circuit Appeals

Proceed offers a special no-cost program to help Criminal Justice Act panel attorneys with the preparation and filing of briefs and excerpts of record in the Ninth Circuit.

Learn about CJA filing with Proceed

Additional Court Services

Litigation coordination with our Dispute Management platform
Professional Service of Process
E-filing and eService
Skip Tracing Services

Ninth Circuit Appellate Courts Useful Links

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals website

Ninth Curcuit Appellate Services FAQ

What makes Proceed's appellate services for the Ninth Circuit different from other providers?

Established in 1938 as Counsel Press, Proceed is the state’s foremost appellate authority, trusted by most Am Law firms. We have successfully handled over 3,900 cases in the Ninth Circuit, averaging more than 400 cases annually. By partnering with us, you’ll gain access to expert appellate guidance from senior appellate attorneys, paralegals, and consultants, collectively bringing over 100 years of experience in Ninth Circuit procedure and appellate law.

What do you charge for appellate services?

The cost for our services varies based on length of brief, court requirements, type of services needed, and other factors. We’ll work with you to find a cost solution that meets your needs. To receive a quick estimate of costs, contact us.

How fast can you turn around a brief?

Depending on the size and complexity of the brief, we are often able to turn around a brief in 24 hours.

Does Proceed handle electronic filing for appellate briefs?

Yes. Proceed offers integrated electronic filing with the Ninth Circuit, with status tracking and confirmation. When the court requires physical filing, Proceed handles professional printing, binding, and delivery to the court clerk, plus service on opposing counsel.

Can you manage emergency filings?

Yes. Emergency filings are a core part of what we do. We’ve helped hundreds of attorneys meet urgent appellate deadlines in the Ninth Circuit. Our seasoned team and well-established workflows allow us to respond immediately, work efficiently, and maintain the high level of accuracy that critical filings demand.

Do you prepare appendices, excerpts of record, or joint appendices?

Yes, in addition to briefs, we prepare appendices, excerpts of record, and joint appendices.

Can you help with filing deadlines?

While the responsibility for filing deadlines remains with counsel, we can confirm court filing procedures and work with you to meet your deadlines. We encourage clients to contact us as early as possible, especially for expedited filings.

Do you outsource your appellate brief services?

No. Brief review and preparation are all handled by our in-house, U.S.-based team of experienced appellate counsel and consultants. Brief printing and filing are also handled by our in-house, U.S. team of experts.

Do you handle sealed or confidential filings?

Yes. We use secure file transfer methods, restricted internal access, and established security protocols to safeguard client information throughout the production and filing process.

Do you also handle paper filing?

Yes, we can handle paper filings if the court requests it. We monitor the court for requests for printed briefs.

Will I have a dedicated project manager?

You will have a paralegal and sales representative dedicated to your case.

Is someone available nights and weekends?

Yes, night and weekend availability can be arranged.

At what stage of an appeal should I contact Proceed?

Ideally, you should contact Proceed as soon as you know an appeal is likely or immediately after a notice of appeal is filed. Early involvement allows us to help with deadlines, procedural requirements, record preparation, and planning. That said, we can assist at any stage of the appellate process. Our goal is to simplify the appellate process from start to finish so you can stay focused on the case.

Can Proceed assist with an appeal already in progress?

Yes. In fact, many clients contact Proceed after an appeal is already underway. Whether you need help preparing the record, filing briefs, meeting a tight deadline, or navigating court-specific procedural requirements, we can step in at any stage of the appellate process.

Can you work with large records?

Yes, we regularly handle appellate records consisting of thousands of pages, including many matters exceeding 10,000 pages. Our experienced team and technology allow us to efficiently manage appeals of virtually any size or complexity.