An Andes brief is a legal document that is filed by an attorney who believes their client has no legal grounds for appeal. It includes a description of the case and arguments as to why the attorney believes their client has no valid legal argument for appeal. Appendix A: Checklist for filing an Andes brief is a useful tool for attorneys to ensure that they have included all necessary information in their brief. The checklist includes key steps such as researching the facts of the case, identifying any potential errors or omissions in the trial, and outlining any potential legal arguments that the client may have. Additionally, the checklist includes steps to ensure that the attorney has included necessary information about their client, such as their background and any mitigating circumstances of the case. Additionally, the checklist includes steps to ensure that the brief is properly formatted and that all necessary paperwork is included.