That is a very frustrating situation but unfortunately not rare. If the domestic courts are biased, you need to start preparing for an international appeal now. You have to "exhaust domestic remedies" first, but you should document every single procedural error. I found
www.humanrights-lawyer.com very helpful when we were looking into fair trial standards. They explain what constitutes a violation and how to bring it up to the ECHR or UN. It is important to have a lawyer who isn't afraid to challenge the local system. Don't give up hope because international pressure can sometimes force a local court to follow the rules.