Appeal
An appeal is a request asking a higher court to review a final divorce judgment because you believe the trial judge made a legal error. In Florida, you generally must file a notice of appeal with the District Court of Appeal within 30 days of the final judgment. An appeal is not a chance to re-argue the facts or present new evidence — the appellate court reviews whether the law was applied correctly.
Last updated June 21, 2026
Legal Definition
A proceeding in which a party asks a Florida District Court of Appeal to review a lower court's final order for legal error, governed by the Florida Rules of Appellate Procedure, with the notice of appeal due within 30 days of rendition of the order.
Example
Because the judge miscalculated the marital portion of his pension, he filed an appeal within the 30-day deadline.
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