
Brian D. Winters, Appellate Attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Energy, and Environmental · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratQuarles & Brady LLP
Milwaukee, WI
Practicing appellate in Milwaukee since 1996.
- 30+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Brian D. Winters is a partner based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Appellate, Energy, and Environmental. Brian has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Milwaukee, WI
- Experience
- over 30 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Energy · Environmental
- Handles Appellate, Energy, and Environmental matters from Milwaukee, WI.
- Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Brian D. Winters: Brian D. Winters is a partner based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Appellate, Energy, and Environmental. Brian has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Brian takes on
Brian concentrates on appellate, energy, environmental, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Energy
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Environmental
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Appellate cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Brian takes appellate matters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Energy cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Brian takes energy matters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Brian takes environmental matters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
General cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Brian takes general matters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Brian takes litigation matters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Brian D. Winters — appellate lawyer in Milwaukee
Brian D. Winters is a partner based in Milwaukee, WI. The practice focuses on Appellate, Energy, and Environmental. Brian has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Quarles & Brady LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Atty. Brian D. Winters is a lawyer practicing appeals, litigation & dispute resolution, antitrust and 7 other areas of law. Brian received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1974, and has been licensed for 30 years. Brian practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Milwaukee, WI.
Working with Brian on a appellate matter
Atty. Brian D. Winters is a lawyer practicing appeals, litigation & dispute resolution, antitrust and 7 other areas of law. Brian received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1974, and has been licensed for 30 years. Brian practices at Quarles & Brady LLP in Milwaukee, WI.
Clients Brian works with
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, energy, and environmental matters in Milwaukee and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Yale University
J.D. · 1996
Cornell University
A.B. · 1974
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
2002 · ACTIVE
Wisconsin
1996 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1996 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in Yale University and A.B. in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in Yale University and A.B. in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Brian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Brian's professional memberships and bar associations
in Law, Economics and Public Policy, 1993-1996. Author: "The Rights of Dissenters in Wisconsin," Business Law News, Fall 2000, Volume 19, Number 4
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"(Almost) Every Thing You've Always Wanted to Know About the Federal Antitrust Law: (But Were Afraid to Ask)," PUR Utility Quarterly, First Quarter, 2000
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"Federal Regulation of Utility Mergers and Acquisitions: Asking the Right Questions," PUR Utility Quarterly, First Quarter, 1999
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"Logic and Legitimacy: The Uses of Constitutional Argument," 48 Case Western Reserve Law Review 263, 1998. Co-Author: "Recognizing and Avoiding Regulatory Constraints," with Larry J. Martin, PUR Utility Quarterly, Third Quarter, 1998. Listed in The Best L
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American Bar Association (Member, Sections on: Business Law
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Administrative Law
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Antitrust
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Public Utilities)
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Locations
Brian D. Winters's office in Milwaukee
Brian's primary office is at 411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 2400, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-4426. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Quarles & Brady LLP
411 E. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 2400
Milwaukee, WI 53202-4426
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Client reviews of Brian D. Winters — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Brian D. Winters — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian'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; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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 Brian
Brian 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. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian'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 Brian D. Winters
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in Wisconsin 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. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Milwaukee?
Brian is licensed in Wisconsin. Matters governed by Wisconsin law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian 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 Brian?
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. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new appellate clients right now?
Brian'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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