Atty. David Joe Porter
David Joe Porter is a lawyer practicing personal injury, domestic relations, criminal law and 3 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1997, and has been licensed for 27 years.
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David Joe Porter is a Member based in Paintsville, Kentucky, practicing at Porter Law Office. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Kentucky (1999). Educated at Thomas M. Cooley Law School (J.D., 1999) and Eastern Kentucky University (B.A. Political, 1997). Active member of Kentucky Bar Association. Serands clients in Paintsville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- David Joe Porter is a lawyer practicing personal injury, domestic relations, criminal law and 3 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Eastern Kentucky University in 1997, and has been licensed for 27 years
- David practices at Porter Law Office in Paintsville, KY
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Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Joe Porter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
David Joe Porter is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Kentucky →
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
David Joe Porter is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
David Joe Porter is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Kentucky →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
David Joe Porter is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Kentucky →
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David Joe Porter is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Kentucky →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Kentucky
Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Paintsville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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