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Why TypeLaw is Proud to Support the CADC 2026 Conference & Seminar
We look forward to meeting CADC 2026 Conference attendees and demonstrating how TypeLaw helps appellate attorneys focus more time on their crucial work advancing justice, by eliminating technical busywork.
Meet TypeLaw at The LCSF American Inn of Court 2026 Annual Luncheon
TypeLaw is proud to be a sponsor of The Lawyers’ Club of San Francisco American Inn of Court 2026 Annual Luncheon honoring the California Judiciary. Join us there?
2026 Court Holidays: Key Local Closures that Affect Filing Deadline Calculations
When is your brief actually due? Calculating deadlines is tricky, especially around holidays. This checklist of 2026 federal and state holidays will help you calculate time accurately—so you can calendar upcoming filings with confidence.
California State Appeals: Key Rule Updates You Should Know in 2026
California’s appellate rules keep evolving, and if you don’t keep up, you put your filings—and your reputation—at risk. This article details eight key rule changes that you may have missed in 2025, how those changes could affect your practice in 2026, and tips to help you stay one step ahead.
Ninth Circuit Rule Changes and FRAP Amendments—What You Need to Know
Don’t get caught off guard: Effective Dec. 1, 2025, the Ninth Circuit rolled out a new local rules package and began operating under the latest Federal Rules of Appellate Procedure (FRAP) amendments. Learn how key changes affect deadlines, cost exposure, amicus filings, and sealing practice.
How JAMS Arbitration Rules Differ from the California Courts of Appeal
Arbitration is its own procedural universe. Learn the key differences between JAMS Streamlined Arbitration Rules & Procedures and the Appellate Rules within the California Rules of Court, so you can adjust expectations, tailor your strategy, and perform more confidently when crossing over into arbitration.
How to Cite Podcasts, Tweets, TikToks, and Reels Under Bluebook 22
As digital media evolves, the rules for citing it in legal writing evolve too. Learn what Bluebook 22 says about how to properly cite podcasts, Tweets, TikToks, Instagram Reels, and other social media content.
National Paralegal Day—Celebrating the Unsung Heroes of the Legal World
August 6, 2025 marks the 2nd annual National Paralegal Day. Learn the history behind this important day of recognition, facts about paralegals’ role in the legal field, and resources to support a career as a paralegal.
7 Key Rule Changes in The Bluebook 22nd Edition that You Need to Know
If you’re still citing cases the same way you did five years ago, it’s time for a quick refresh. A lot has changed since the previous edition of The Bluebook, both in legal practice and publishing standards. Learn the key rule changes in Bluebook 22, and avoid the risk of having your next brief rejected for non-compliance.
How a Solo Appellate Attorney with 40 Published Opinions Streamlined his Briefing Process with TypeLaw
Solo appellate attorney Steven Schorr handles approx. 30 criminal appeals a year with no admin support. Discover how he saves 3-4 hours per brief and produces polished, compliant filings using TypeLaw—including briefs for a recent case that resulted in a published opinion.
On the Record: 10 Trial Tips from an Appellate Specialist
Trial attorneys and appellate attorneys view trials differently. In this article, a Certified Appellate Specialist shares 10 key things trial attorneys should keep in mind to prevent a case from unraveling on appeal.
Meet TypeLaw at The Lawyer’s Club of San Francisco Inn of Court Annual Luncheon
TypeLaw is proud to be a sponsor of the LCSF American Inn of Court 2025 Annual Luncheon honoring the California Judiciary.
Does Anyone Enjoy Assembling an Appellate Brief Appendix? | Podcast
Preparing an appellate brief appendix isn’t fun. It’s complicated and time-consuming. TypeLaw’s Chris Dralla was recently a guest on the California Appellate Law Podcast where they discussed how AI automation is transforming the process. Listen here.
2025 Court Holidays to be Aware of When Calculating Filing Deadlines
Meeting court deadlines is vital, but calculating time gets complicated when your filing is due around a holiday. This guide provides a calendar of 2025 federal and state court holidays to keep in mind as you prepare your filings.
6 Important Rules for Electronic Filing in the California Courts of Appeal
You may not be that familiar with the e-filing requirements of the California Courts of Appeal—especially if you don’t handle appeals very often. But if you don’t follow the rules exactly, you risk having your filing rejected. This article details the most crucial e-filing rules you need to know.
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