Preparing an Appeal — Pro Se Appellants is the process of writing and filing an appeal without the assistance of a lawyer. Pro Se Appellants must understand the legal process, the applicable law, and the procedural rules of the court in order to successfully prepare and file an appeal. The first step in preparing an appeal is to read and understand the lower court’s decision. This includes considering the facts and any legal arguments and issues discussed in the opinion. Next, the Pro Se Appellant must research applicable laws and legal authorities to identify any potential errors in the lower court’s ruling. These errors could include an incorrect application of the law, errors of fact, or incorrect legal reasoning. The Pro Se Appellant will then need to draft an appellate brief that outlines the errors of the lower court and provides legal authority and argument in support of their appeal. The brief must be written in a manner that complies with the procedural rules of the court and should include citations to any legal authorities relied upon. The Pro Se Appellant must also file any necessary documents and forms required by the court, such as a notice of appeal, a certificate of service, and a docketing statement. Finally, the Pro Se Appellant must serve the appellate brief and other documents on the opposing parties and the court. Types of Preparing an Appeal — Pro Se Appellants include civil appeals, criminal appeals, and administrative appeals.