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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 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.

Main office

900 East North Street

Greenville, SC 29603-0828

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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.

5.0

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Hiring guide

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.

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