Appellancy

/əˈpɛləntsi/ noun

Definition

The status, position, or role of being an appellant in a legal case.

Etymology

From 'appellant' (one who appeals) plus the suffix -cy, meaning the state of being an appellant.

Kelly Says

Your appellancy—whether you're the one appealing or defending—completely changes how you argue in court, which is why switching roles from trial to appeal requires rethinking your entire strategy.

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