Section 1.9 Client’s Motivations

• Library: App Ct Prac 2015 Supp

1. (§1.9) Client’s Motivations

The motives of a client who is considering an appeal are dealt with here not because psychology is of particular interest. Rather, a realistic appraisal of the client’s motivation can help counsel address the ethical questions involved and answer the question, “Should we appeal?”

The primary factor is often financial. Plaintiffs mentally “spend” their fondly anticipated judgment proceeds. Some defendants face financial disaster when they have a judgment taken against them...