Atty. James T. Porter
Mr. Porter practices business law with an emphasis in commercial real estate and real estate finance.
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About James T. Porter at a glance
James T. Porter is a Shareholder based in Addison, Texas, practicing at Geary, Porter & Donovan A Professional Corporation. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on real estate and commercial re. Admitted to practice in Texas (1975). Educated at Southern Methodist University (J.D., 1975) and Southern Methodist University (B.B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations and Memberships Member, State Bar of Texas Member, American Bar Association Member, Dallas Bar Association fellow, Texas Bar Foundation. Serands clients in Addison, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Porter practices business law with an emphasis in commercial real estate and real estate finance
- His experience includes representation of owners, tenants, developers, contractors and financial institutions in real estate transactions, including negotiation and documentation related to property acquisition, financing (and work-outs), development, construction, leasing, management and disposition
- Mr. Porter is managing shareholder of Geary, Porter & Donovan, P.C
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Why local counsel matters in Texas
Practicing law in Texas. Legal matters in Texas are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Addison are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Texas state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Texas 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 Texas courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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