Texas & Federal Criminal Appeals
When the Verdict Is Wrong, an Appeal Can Make It Right.
A wrongful conviction or an unjust sentence is not the end of the road. As a former federal public defender and a Board Certified® criminal appellate attorney, I fight to overturn the errors that cost people their freedom.
The Offer
A Free, Confidential Review of Your Case
Appellate deadlines are strict and unforgiving. The sooner we review your record, the more options we can protect. Book a free 30-minute intake call to find out if an appeal is possible.
In your free consultation, we will:
- Discuss what happened at trial or sentencing
- Identify your critical appellate deadlines before they pass
- Explain your options for appeal or post-conviction relief
- Determine whether Jessica can take your case — honestly
Exclusive Focus
Criminal Appeals & Post-Conviction Relief
My practice is limited to appeals and post-conviction matters in Texas and federal courts and nothing else.
Federal Appeals
Appealing federal criminal convictions in the Fifth Circuit or U.S. Supreme Court.
Texas State Appeals
Appealing Texas convictions to the Court of Appeals or Court of Criminal Appeals.
Compassionate Release
Petitions for early release from federal prison for eligible inmates.
Habeas Corpus
State (11.07) and federal post-conviction challenges to unlawful confinement.
Meet Your Attorney
Jessica Graf — Former Federal Public Defender
Public Defender
death-penalty appeals
highest criminal court
I spent over seven years as an Assistant Federal Public Defender, including in the Capital Habeas Unit — representing clients facing the death penalty before the Fifth Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. Before that, I clerked for two judges at the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, giving me an insider's view of exactly how appellate judges evaluate a case.
"One of my proudest moments was getting a client off of death row."
My caseload is intentionally small, so every client gets the time, care, and attention their appeal deserves.
How I Work
What Guides Every Appeal
Precision
I examine every page of your record — transcripts, motions, and rulings — for the errors that can change an outcome.
Experience
Years of complex federal appellate and capital work, from felonies to capital murder, in the Fifth Circuit.
Compassion
An appeal isn't just a case — it's your freedom and your family. I explain each step in plain language.
Courage
I don't shy away from hard records, difficult judges, or constitutional fights with the government.
Request Your Free Consultation
Get Your Free Case Review
The sooner we review your record and deadlines, the better our chances to protect your options. Tell us about your case below and we'll be in touch to schedule your free 30-minute call.
Free & confidential · No obligation · Texas & federal criminal appeals