A conviction in a criminal case is not the end of the road. There are still many legal options open to challenge the verdict, reduce the sentence, or seek justice. That is where a post-conviction lawyer comes into the picture. Unlike trial attorneys specializing in the judicial phase, lawyers who specialize in post-conviction review cases where a person was convicted establish legal errors involved and start appealing, among other legal cures. Following are some fundamental reasons why seeking a post-conviction attorney is necessary.