Rex Lyle Carter, Appellate Attorney in Greenville, South Carolina
Over 74 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Entertainment, and General · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Greenville, SC
Practicing appellate in Greenville since 1952.
- 74+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Rex Lyle Carter is an attorney based in Greenville, SC. The practice focuses on Appellate, Entertainment, and General. Rex has over 74 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Greenville, SC
- Experience
- over 74 years
- Known for
- Appellate · Entertainment · General
- Handles Appellate, Entertainment, and General matters from Greenville, SC.
- Over 74 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Rex Lyle Carter: Rex Lyle Carter is an attorney based in Greenville, SC. The practice focuses on Appellate, Entertainment, and General. Rex has over 74 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Rex Lyle Carter
Rex concentrates on appellate, entertainment, general, internet, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Rex handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Appellate
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Entertainment
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General
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Personal Injury
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Appellate cases in Greenville, South Carolina
Rex takes appellate matters in Greenville, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rex agrees to represent you.
Entertainment cases in Greenville, South Carolina
Rex takes entertainment matters in Greenville, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rex agrees to represent you.
General cases in Greenville, South Carolina
Rex takes general matters in Greenville, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rex agrees to represent you.
Internet cases in Greenville, South Carolina
Rex takes internet matters in Greenville, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rex agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Greenville, South Carolina
Rex takes litigation matters in Greenville, South Carolina. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Rex agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Rex Lyle Carter — Over 74 years of South Carolina appellate experience
Rex Lyle Carter is an attorney based in Greenville, SC. The practice focuses on Appellate, Entertainment, and General. Rex has over 74 years of legal experience. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Rex Lyle Carter is a lawyer practicing state agencies, civil litigation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Rex received a B.A. degree from Erskine College in 1950, and has been licensed for 74 years. Rex practices in Greenville, SC.
Rex's approach to appellate cases
Mr. Rex Lyle Carter is a lawyer practicing state agencies, civil litigation, personal injury and 3 other areas of law. Rex received a B.A. degree from Erskine College in 1950, and has been licensed for 74 years. Rex practices in Greenville, SC.
Clients Rex works with
Rex reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, entertainment, and general matters in Greenville and the surrounding South Carolina area.
Credentials
Rex Lyle Carter's legal education and bar admissions
University of South Carolina School of Law
J.D. · 1952
Erskine College
B.A. · 1950
Jurisdictions
Rex's state bar admissions
South Carolina
1952 · ACTIVE
Rex studied at J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. in Erskine College.
Law school and academic background
Rex completed J.D. in University of South Carolina School of Law and B.A. in Erskine College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Rex runs in South Carolina is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Rex Lyle Carter
Rex has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Rex's professional memberships and bar associations
Greenville County and American Bar Associations South Carolina Bar South Carolina Trial Lawyers Association
membership
Locations
Rex Lyle Carter's office in Greenville
Rex's primary office is at 900 East North Street, Greenville, SC, 29603-0828. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Rex Lyle Carter — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Rex. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing appellate attorneys in Greenville.
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How to hire Rex Lyle Carter — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Rex usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Rex charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rex'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; Rex will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Greenville, South Carolina
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 Rex
Rex 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. Rex confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Rex'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 Rex Lyle Carter
How much does it cost to hire Rex for a appellate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Rex walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Rex offer a free consultation?
Rex charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Rex's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Rex's current terms during booking.
How long do appellate cases in South Carolina 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. Rex gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Rex take my case if I'm outside Greenville?
Rex is licensed in South Carolina. Matters governed by South Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Rex 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 Rex?
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. Rex will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Rex accepting new appellate clients right now?
Rex's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Appellate attorneys serving Greenville, Columbia and Charleston in South Carolina
Rex handles appellate matters throughout South Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified appellate attorneys in that community.
- Greenville2,449 attorneys
- Columbia4,189 attorneys
- Charleston2,702 attorneys
- Mount Pleasant1,100 attorneys
- Spartanburg583 attorneys
- Myrtle Beach506 attorneys
- North Charleston476 attorneys
- Lexington379 attorneys
- Rock Hill372 attorneys
- Hilton Head Island347 attorneys
- Florence335 attorneys
- Summerville299 attorneys
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