Practice areas: Family Law; view more
Licensed in Arizona since: 2014
Education: St. John's University School of Law
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Scottsdale Family Law
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Scottsdale, AZ 85258 Visit website
Brian G. Winter is an attorney at Scottsdale Family Law in Scottsdale, Arizona, where he represents clients in a broad range of family law matters. With a background in family law and extensive professional involvement in the legal community, he provides counsel to individuals navigating significant personal and legal challenges. His practice includes divorce, spousal support, child support, child custody and visitation, domestic violence, marital property disputes, mediation and collaborative law, paternity, and prenuptial agreements.
Family law disputes can involve complex legal issues and deeply personal decisions. Mr. Winter works to help clients understand their rights, evaluate their options and make informed decisions about their futures. Whether addressing financial matters, parenting arrangements or contested family disputes, he provides guidance tailored to each client's circumstances.
Mr. Winter earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from St. John’s University in New York in 1990 before completing his Juris Doctor at St. John’s University School of Law in 1993. His academic background provided a foundation for his legal career and subsequent focus on family law. He is admitted to practice in Arizona, Connecticut and New York, allowing him to draw on legal experience across multiple jurisdictions.
Recognized for his experience in family law, Mr. Winter became a certified specialist in family law by the State Bar of Arizona in 2024. This certification reflects his commitment to professional development and his knowledge of the legal issues affecting families. He also completed the State of Connecticut Guardian ad Litem and Attorney for Minor Child Comprehensive Basic Training in 2010, demonstrating additional training in matters involving the interests and representation of children.
In addition to his legal practice, Mr. Winter has maintained an active role in the Maricopa County Bar Association. He is a longtime member of the organization and has contributed to its leadership and professional activities. He served on the association’s Board of Directors in 2016 and was a member of the Family Law Section Executive Board from 2019 to 2023.
Practice areas
Family LawFocus areas
Alimony & Spousal Support, Child Support, Custody & Visitation, Domestic Violence, Marital Property, Mediation & Collaborative Law, Paternity, Prenuptial Agreements
- 100% Family Law
First Admitted: 1994, Connecticut
Professional Webpage: https://scottsdalefamilylaw.com/brian-g-winter/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Admitted as Attorney at Law in Connecticut, 1994
- Maricopa County Bar Association, Member of the Family Law Section Executive Board (2019 – 2023)
- Maricopa County Bar Association, Member of the Board of Directors (2016)
- Maricopa County Bar Association, Family Law Section Member
- Admitted to Practice Law in Arizona in 2014
- Admitted as Attorney at Law in New York, 1994
- Admitted as Attorney at Law in Florida, 1994
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Certified Specialist, Family Law, State Bar of Arizona, 2024
- Completed Basic and Advanced Training in Collaborative Law
- Completed Certified Comprehensive Training by the Connecticut Judicial Branch to represent minor children as a Guardian Ad Litem/Attorney for Minor Children, January 2010
- Completed 40 hour Mediation Training Course with Center for Understanding Conflict and the Center for Mediation in Law, May 2011
Pro bono / Community Service
- Committee Chair Troop 30, Boy Scouts of America, Grand Canyon Council, Pinnacle Peak District (August 2017 – October 2021)
- Member of the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Connecticut (January 2006 – January 2013)
Educational Background
- St. John’s University, School of Law, Juris Doctor, 1993
- Completed Basic and Advanced Training in Collaborative Law
- Completed 40 hour Mediation Training Course with Center for Understanding Conflict and the Center for Mediation in Law, May 2011
- Completed Certified Comprehensive Training by the Connecticut Judicial Branch to represent minor children as a Guardian Ad Litem/Attorney for Minor Children, January 2010
- St. John's University, B.A., 1990
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Second Mile Award for Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County, Inc., 2008
Honors
- Rated 10-of-10 by Avvo, Inc.
- Best Lawyers in America - Family Law, Best Lawyers in America - 2027, 2027
- "10 Best" Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2023
- "10 Best" Estate Planning and Trusts Attorney, American Institute of Legal Counsel, 2016
- "10 Best" Attorneys, American Institute of Legal Counsel, 2022
- "10 Best" Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2022
- Family & Divorce - Top 10% in the USA, Lawyers of Distinction, 2017
- "10 Best" Attorneys, American Institute of Legal Counsel, 2021
- "10 Best" Attorneys, American Institute of Legal Counsel, 2020
- "10 Best" Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2020
- Lawyers of Distinction, Lawyers of Distinction, 2018
- "10 Best" Attorneys, American Institute of Legal Counsel, 2018
- Family and Divorce, Lawyers of Distinction Member, 2017
- "10 Best" Family Law Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys, 2016
- 5 Star Clients' Choice Award, Avvo, 2016
- Client's Choice Award, Avvo, 2016
- Top Ten Ranking, National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys, 2016
- Clients' Choice Award for Divorce, Avvo, 2015
- Lead Counsel Rated in Family Law, Lead Counsel, 2015
Awards
Avvo Client's Choice Award: This award is granted to attorneys with at least 5 reviews with 4+ stars in a given year on Avvo.com
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2026 - 2027
