Devon Preiss Groves, Appellate Attorney in San Jose, California

Devon concentrates on appellate, contracts, general, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Devon handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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• Contracts

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• General

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• Personal Injury

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Devon's primary office is at 14893 Donner Dr., San Jose, CA, 95124-4325. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Devon usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Devon discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Devon for a appellate case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Devon walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Devon offer a free consultation?

  Devon charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Devon's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Devon's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in California typically take?

  Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Devon gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Devon take my case if I'm outside San Jose?

  Devon is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Devon will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Devon?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Devon will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Devon accepting new appellate clients right now?

  Devon's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.