Atty. Jay P. Porter

Atty. Jay P. Porter

Jay P. Porter is a lawyer practicing real estate, finance, corporate and 7 other areas of law.

Akron Akron 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Jay P. Porter at a glance

Jay P. Porter is a Member based in Akron, Ohio, practicing at Jay Porter Law, Ltd.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, environmental, and government. Admitted to practice in Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1978). Educated at College of William & Mary (J.D., 1978) and Grove City College (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Cleveland, Akron and Ohio State (Member, Real Property Section) Bar Associations National Association of Bond Lawyers American College of Mortgage Attorneys. Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jay P. Porter is a lawyer practicing real estate, finance, corporate and 7 other areas of law
  • Jay received a B.A. degree from Grove City College in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Jay practices at Jay Porter Law, Ltd. in Akron, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Jay P. Porter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay P. Porter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Jay P. Porter is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Ohio →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Jay P. Porter is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Jay P. Porter is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Ohio →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Jay P. Porter is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Akron are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jay P. Porter

Where is Jay P. Porter's law office located?
Jay P. Porter's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. The firm is Jay Porter Law, Ltd.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay P. Porter handle?
Jay P. Porter focuses on business, real estate, environmental, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Jay P. Porter practiced law?
Jay P. Porter has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Jay P. Porter go to law school?
Jay P. Porter earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Jay P. Porter for a consultation?
You can contact Jay P. Porter directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jay P. Porter received?
Jay P. Porter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
College of William & Mary
- 1978
B.A.
Grove City College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1978

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