August Carl Winter, Appellate Attorney in Brentwood, Tennessee
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatAugust C. Winter
Brentwood, TN
Practicing appellate in Brentwood since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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August Carl Winter is a member based in Brentwood, TN. The practice focuses on Appellate, Litigation, and Personal Injury. August has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at August C. Winter. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Brentwood, TN
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Litigation · Personal Injury
- Handles Appellate, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Brentwood, TN.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About August Carl Winter: August Carl Winter is a member based in Brentwood, TN. The practice focuses on Appellate, Litigation, and Personal Injury. August has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at August C. Winter. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
August's practice areas in Brentwood
August concentrates on appellate, litigation, personal injury, workers comp, and business. Each area below outlines the kind of case August handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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Business
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Appellate cases in Brentwood, Tennessee
August takes appellate matters in Brentwood, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before August agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Brentwood, Tennessee
August takes litigation matters in Brentwood, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before August agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Brentwood, Tennessee
August takes personal injury matters in Brentwood, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before August agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Brentwood, Tennessee
August takes workers comp matters in Brentwood, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before August agrees to represent you.
Business cases in Brentwood, Tennessee
August takes business matters in Brentwood, Tennessee. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before August agrees to represent you.
Biography
August Carl Winter, appellate attorney serving Brentwood
August Carl Winter is a member based in Brentwood, TN. The practice focuses on Appellate, Litigation, and Personal Injury. August has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at August C. Winter. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. August works from Brentwood, Tennessee and takes on appellate matters across the region.
August Carl Winter is a lawyer practicing general civil practice, trials and appeals, personal injury law and 2 other areas of law. August received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years. August practices at August C. Winter in Brentwood, TN.
August's approach to appellate cases
August Carl Winter is a lawyer practicing general civil practice, trials and appeals, personal injury law and 2 other areas of law. August received a A.B. degree from University of Chicago in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years. August practices at August C. Winter in Brentwood, TN.
The kind of cases August takes
August reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, litigation, and personal injury matters in Brentwood and the surrounding Tennessee area.
Credentials
Credentials — where August studied and practices
Vanderbilt University
J.D. · 1981
University of Chicago
A.B. · 1975
Jurisdictions
August's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1981 · ACTIVE
Tennessee
1981 · ACTIVE
August studied at J.D. in Vanderbilt University and A.B. in University of Chicago.
Law school and academic background
August completed J.D. in Vanderbilt University and A.B. in University of Chicago. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice August runs in Tennessee is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
August's legal honors and published work
August has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
August's professional memberships and bar associations
Nashville and Tennessee Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
August Carl Winter's office in Brentwood
August's primary office is at 750 Old Hickory Blvd., Brentwood, TN, 37027-4502. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of August Carl Winter — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of August. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Brentwood.
5.0
1 client review
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How to hire August Carl Winter — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with August usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
August charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain August's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; August will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Brentwood, Tennessee
A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for August
August discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. August confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
August's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about August Carl Winter
How much does it cost to hire August for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. August walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does August offer a free consultation?
August charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain August's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check August's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Tennessee typically take?
Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. August gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can August take my case if I'm outside Brentwood?
August is licensed in Tennessee. Matters governed by Tennessee law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — August will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with August?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. August will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is August accepting new appellate clients right now?
August's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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