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The Appellate Group:

Utah’s Top-Rated Appellate Law Firm

Hundreds of cases briefed and argued in Utah appellate courts

Representing clients in approximately 20% of published appellate opinions per year in Utah


Our Services


Trial Consulting

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Get help preserving an issue or setting it up for appeal

Post-trial Motions

Change the district court’s mind


A motion you file before an appeal

Appeals

Appellate writing and filing


A review of a lower court’s decision by a higher court

Amicus Briefs

Friend of the court


Assist the appellate court in deciding a case

Utah Appellate Report

Each week The Appellate Group publishes a comprehensive look at the State of Utah’s appellate decisions. Stay on top of the current appellate rulings in Utah with the Utah Appellate Report. It’s a free service we provide to the Utah legal community.

Our Attorneys


Utah Appellate Attorney Emily Adams

Emily Adams

Partner


Utah Appellate Attorney Freyja Johnson

Freyja Johnson

Partner


Rachel Phillips Ainscough

Appellate Attorney



Mary Frandsen

Appellate Attorney


Utah Appellate Attorney Anna Grigsby

Anna Grigsby

Appellate Attorney


Utah Appellate Attorney Allison Herr

Allison Herr

Appellate Attorney



Utah Appellate Attorney Hannah Leavitt-Howell

Hannah Leavitt-Howell

Appellate Attorney


Mikayla Irvin

Mikayla Irvin

Appellate Attorney



Carlie Lythgoe

Appellate Attorney



Advanced Appellate Strategy, Exceptional Appeals

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Kevin Collard
15 July 2026
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Mikayla is the one who worked with me on my appeal. She is amazing and very effective in her abilities. She was able to get everything worked out exactly how we wanted. We won the appeal. I'm so thankful for the Appellate Group.
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Kenny Campbell
8 May 2026
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Thank you Allison for your time this matter your set to do an impossible job and you gave me hope when there was nothing.
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Robert Taylor
31 January 2025
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I cannot say enough about the exceptional work of The Appellate Group in handling my brother’s appeal. Their dedication, expertise, and strategic approach led to a successful outcome—we won! From the start, their team demonstrated an incredible depth of knowledge, professionalism, and commitment to justice. A special thank you to Hannah and Freyja, whose hard work, diligence, and unwavering support made all the difference. Their attention to detail, clear communication, and relentless advocacy throughout this process were truly remarkable. They went above and beyond, and we are beyond grateful for their efforts; thank you so much ladies! Winning an appeal is no easy feat, but The Appellate Group navigated every challenge with skill and precision. If you are looking for a firm that will fight tirelessly and bring top-tier legal expertise to your case, this is the team you want in your corner. Thank you again for everything—you changed our lives, and we will forever be grateful!
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Angie Fox
13 January 2025
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Freya, Was a live saver!! compassionate and caring I actually felt heard! lI had been in an extremely difficult divorce she saved my life in the appeals process!! Thank you Appellate Group!!
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Jennie Wingad
16 August 2024
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The Appellate Group is staffed with incredible professionals who provide exceptional services in and beyond the courtroom. The continued success that they achieve for their clients is nothing short of remarkable given how challenging appellate law and standards are. I am grateful they are only a phone call away when I need advice!
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Linzi Garner
12 August 2024
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I could not have retained better counsel than Emily and The Appellate Group to advocate on my behalf. From day one, Emily and her team were zealous in their efforts to address all key issues in my case. They were honest and transparent with me, regarding the weaknesses, and confronted them head on. They truly made me feel that my case was as important to them as it was to me. Throughout the entire process, not once did they drop the ball, and maintained the upmost professionalism, by making sure nothing was missed. Emily has a natural and confident ability to deliver arguments, before the Supreme Court, which makes her an elite litigator! She did not stumble or miss addressing a single critical point. Emily's and The Appellate Group's rates were competitive and fair and I definitely got what I paid for and more. I am truly grateful for Emily and all of the team at The Appellate Group. They are not only counsel to me, but have become life long friends. I would highly recommend Emily and her team! Linzi Labrum
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Dan
31 July 2024
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The appellate group are amazing attorneys and are a trusted by so many. I highly recommend them to help you in your time of need.
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Kara H. North
26 July 2024
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I am a practicing attorney in Utah, and I have used The Appellate Group to assist on some of my cases that needed an extra eye with appellate experience. I have been so impressed with this entire firm, but particularly benefited from the knowledge, insight, and experience of Freyja Johnson. She has been invaluable to a significant case in my office, and I know without her help, I would have been sunk! This is the firm to use if you have an appellate issue.
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Brittani Harris
25 July 2024
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This firm helped me start the appellate process. I never could have done it on my own. They are the experts. I will turn to them again.
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Walter Bugden
22 July 2024
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Freyja Johnson wrote 2 different memoranda for me in a murder case. One memo tackled the foundational deficiencies in the State's bloodspatter expert's report. There were many factual issues she had to master from the preliminary hearing transcript to apply a 702 analysis to exclude or limit the expert's "junk" science opinions. The writing was persuasive. The second memo was a Tiederman motion for dismissal based on the destruction of the weapon that was the instrument inflicting death to the deceased. Again, the brief writing was excellent. Freyja stayed in touch with me to be sure she was addressing all the issues I thought should be covered. Her memoranda were completed on time.
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Peter Vanderhooft
20 July 2024
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I called regarding a potential appeal that I knew would be a long shot, especially since there was no money to fund it. The Appellate Group spent more time that I expected discussing the issue with me and provided many helpful recommendations and resources. If there is ever a case in the future that I think would be better suited to take up on appeal and is properly funded, I would definitely put The Appellate Group at the top of my list.
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Matt Morrise
20 July 2024
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I have worked with these attorneys several times. They are the best in the state. Knowledgeable, courteous, and professional. Highly recommended.

At The Appellate Group, our attorneys have filed hundreds of briefs in the Utah appellate courts. We help district court attorneys draft arguments, preserve issues, and win motions every day. And we have drafted amicus briefs filed in the Utah Supreme Court and in the United States Supreme Court. Put our experience to work for you.

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