The Michigan Appellate Assigned Counsel System (MAACS) administers the system for appointing criminal appellate counsel in all Michigan circuit courts, from a roster of private attorneys and the State Appellate Defender Office (SADO). Approximately 75% of indigent felony appeals are assigned to the MAACS roster, while approximately 25% of cases are assigned to SADO. In Administrative Order 2014-18, the Michigan Supreme Court consolidated MAACS with SADO for management purposes.
Effective October 1, 2023, the 13th Circuit Court has joined the state's standard fee schedule. You can see what Circuit Courts that participate: Link
Attorney Fee and Reimbursement Policy: Fee Schedule
If you have questions regarding payment or appellate assignments to your case, please contact MAACS directly: Contact Form