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Brian Glen Winter
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Biography
Mr. Winter is a Board-Certified Family Law Specialist with the State Bar of Arizona and has been practing law for over 30 years. Mr. Winter received his B.A. in Government & Politics in 1990 from St. John's University and then received his Juris Doctor from St. John's University School of Law in 1993. He has extensive practice in Family Law, Divorce Mediation, Divorce Collaborative Law, Probate Law, Estate Planning, and Civil Litigation. Mr. Winter is admitted to practice law in Arizona, Connecticut, New York and Florida. He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court, District of Connecticut. In 2008, Attorney Winter was awarded Habitat for Humanity's prestigious "Second Mile Award" for his strong dedication and outstanding leadership for the organization. As a native of Connecticut, Mr. Winter was actively involved in the local community and was a member of the Board of Directors of Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County, Inc. from 2006 to 2012. Mr. Winter was formerly the chair of the Site Selection Committee and served as legal counsel for the organization. Mr. Winter served as Committee Chair for the Boy Scouts of America, Pinnacle Peak District, Troop 30. Mr. Winter is also a former member of the Maricopa County Bar Association Board of Directors and a Family Law Section Board Member
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
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Licensed in Arizona for 11 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Connecticut for 31 years
State: Connecticut
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 32 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 31 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Scottsdale Family Law
10446 N 74th Street, Suite 230, Scottsdale, AZ, 85258
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Brian Glen Winter's Reviews
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Advocacy (37)
Case Results (34)
Professionalism (33)
Recommendation (29)
Practice Area Knowledge (22)
Communication Style (19)
Responsiveness (18)
Character & Conduct (15)
Trustworthiness (14)
Compassion (12)
General Knowledge (11)
Cost of Services (8)
Staff & Support (8)
Free Consultations (1)
Punctuality (1)
Showing 6 - 10 of 12 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Jason | July 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Very responsive
Brian winter and his assistant Jeff Baker have all ways responded to my inquiries very fast. I've used them twice and both times I've got from my ex and the child times that we discussed. both are very professional, understanding and will give you down to earth info. I will use them again if I have ...
Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Trusts
Review of service received from Brian Winter
When I needed legal counsel, my nephew searched on the internet for attorneys with high ratings, both from professional peers as well as clients. He found Brian Winter, who met that criteria. Brian was very focused and quickly read my deceased husband's living trust, then concluded my needs from l...
Posted by Kathy | February 23, 2017 | Estate Planning
Estate Consultation
I consulted with Mr. Winter regarding estate planning. Although I do not have a large estate, Mr. Winter treated me with respect and gave me excellent answers to my questions as well as advise to what I asked. For those of us that do not have a need for attorneys very often, his kindness and profes...
Posted by anonymous | October 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
He's great!
Brian Winters is an excellent excellent attorney, he's with Owens and Perkins and he represented me in a divorce and he helped me through some extremely difficult times and he was always available either in person or by phone and he guided me through with good advice show me what to do and when to ...
Posted by anonymous | August 10, 2015 | Lawsuits & Disputes
A profound amount of professionalism and experience
When looking for a good attorney, it is a journey. Many factors come into play because you as the client, is seeking someone to secure your future. When I met Mr. Winter, he provided me a profound amount of professionalism and experience in his position. Every day that I felt doubt he walked me t...
Brian Glen Winter's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've worked with Brian for some time now. He is affectionately referred to as "Superman" at our office. It started due to his effectiveness on his cases, but stuck because Brian is an all-around good guy, which is too rare in this business! I have referred several friends to Brian in the past because I know that with him, they will not only have effective legal representation, but will have an attorney who truly cares about their issues."
"Brian is an extremely knowledgeable attorney, especially in the area of probate law. He truly cares about each and every one of his clients, and that care and attention to detail shows up in the work that he does on behalf of those clients. You are in excellent hands with Brian as your attorney."
"I have worked with Brian on matters. He is professional and thorough. Very well prepared and an educated adversary."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is a very capable matter of fact attorney. Brian very carefully analyzes an issue and in an exceptionally practical manner resolves it. His insights on complex legal problems clearly show his capabilities. It was a pleasure working with Brian on the matter we successfully completed together."
"Brian is the quintessential professional. He is a zealous and effective advocate for his clients while maintaining a good working relationship with opposing counsel. He has obtained amazing results in court earning him the praise of his clients and the respect of other lawyers and the judges. Brian is a valuable asset to the Arizona legal community and I highly recommend him."
"Brian is an articulate and insightful attorney. He is extremely knowledgeable and a strong advocate for his clients. He provides a very practical approach to each situation and for these reasons I highly recommend him."
"I have been lucky enough to work with Attorney Winter in many capacities. He has been opposing counsel in some matters, the guardian ad litem for the minor child in another and co-counsel in yet another. In each and every instance I have been impressed with Attorney Winter's professionalism, experience and dedication to his clients. I have often referred clients to Attorney Winter because I know that they are in excellent hands with his representation.""
"Brian is a very competent and compassionate attorney, I am so glad that he has joined our firm. He brings his many years of experience to every case. I endorse him without reservation."
"Brian’s office is adjacent to mine in our daily work. We work together on a wide variety of family law and probate matters, representing men, women and the interests of children, from every walk of life needing professional legal help and direction. He is one of the most accomplished attorneys with whom I have worked in my 65 years as a lawyer. He has knowledge, personal and legal ethics and dedication to tasks well done that are rare in the field of law and his clients respect him for his skills in the courtroom. He is a good person to have at your side when you need an attorney."
"A more thorough lawyer, you will not meet. I recommend Brian without hesitation for any family law, divorce or probate matters. I have yet to meet any of his clients who have not been pleased with his representation. Strong and zealous advocate, high ethical standards, great attorney."
"I have had the pleasure and opportunity to work with Brian numerous times. He is an intelligent, knowledgeable and diligent attorney. I, and my clients, have consulted with Brian on family and litigation matters and his advice, reliability and responsiveness are second to none. Client feedback is always highly positive, and he is a pleasure to work with. I would not hesitate to recommend Attorney Winter to anyone needing legal representation, and it is a pleasure to provide this endorsement"
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Experience
Honors
2024
Certified Specialist - Family Law, State Bar of Arizona
2023
Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2023
Top 10 Attorneys, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2023
10 Best Attorney 2023, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2022
10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2021
10 Best Estate Planning Attorney, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2020
10 Best Estate Planning Attorney, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2020
10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2019
Top 10 Estate Planning Attorneys, Attorney and Practice Magazine
2019
10 Best Attorney, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2018
10 Best Estate Planning Attorney, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
10 Best Estate Planning Attorney, American Institute of Legal Counsel
2017
5 Star Clients' Choice Award, Avvo
2017
Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction
2016
10 Best Family Law Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Top Ten Ranking, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys
2016
Client's Choice Award, Avvo
2015
Lead Counsel Rated in Family Law, Lead Counsel
2015
Avvo Clients' Choice Award for Divorce, Avvo
2008
Second Mile Award, Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County, Inc.
Work Experience
2024 - Present
Partner, Scottsdale Family Law
2017 - 2024
Partner, Stewart Law Group
2014 - 2017
Attorney, Owens & Perkins, P.C.
2008 - 2014
Founding Attorney, Law Office of Brian G. Winter, LLC
2006 - 2014
Special Master, Family Division, Bridgeport and Milford Superior Courts
2002 - 2008
Attorney, Alfred R. Belinkie & Associates
Associations
2014 - Present
Maricopa County Bar AssociationMember
Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County, Inc., Site Selection Committee
Chair
2019 - 2023
Maricopa County Bar AssociationFamily Law Section Board Member
2017 - 2021
Boy Scouts of America, Grand Canyon Council, Pinnacle Peak District, Troop 30Committee Chair
2016 - 2017
Maricopa County Bar AssociationBoard of Directors
2014 - 2015
Scottsdale Bar AssociationMember
2006 - 2012
Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County, IncMember of the Board of Directors
1998 - 2014
Connecticut Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
1998 - 2008
Greater Bridgeport Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
Education
1993
St. Johns University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
St. Johns University
B.A.
Languages
English