Winston P. Brown, Estate Planning Attorney in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Winston concentrates on estate planning, general, probate, real estate, and wills. Each area below outlines the kind of case Winston handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Estate Planning

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• General

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• Probate

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• Real Estate

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• Wills

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Winston's primary office is at 8503 Stickney Ave., Wauwatosa, WI, 53226-2810. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new estate planning attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Winston usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Winston discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in estate planning practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Winston for a estate planning case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Winston walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Winston offer a free consultation?

  Winston charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Winston's office. Some estate planning attorneys offer free consults — check Winston's current terms during booking.

• How long do estate planning cases in Wisconsin typically take?

  Simple estate planning 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. Winston gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Winston take my case if I'm outside Wauwatosa?

  Winston 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 — Winston 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 Winston?

  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. Winston will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Winston accepting new estate planning clients right now?

  Winston's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.