Atty. John Edward Porter

Atty. John Edward Porter

John Edward Porter is a lawyer practicing health care, health, legislation and political law compliance and 1 other area of law. John received a B.S.B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1957, and has been licensed for 65 years.

Washington Washington 65 yrs experience 65 year
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Profile Summary

About John Edward Porter at a glance

John Edward Porter is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Hogan Lovells Us Llp. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on education and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1961) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Supreme Court (2005). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1961) and Northwestern University (B.S.B.A., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Edward Porter is a lawyer practicing health care, health, legislation and political law compliance and 1 other area of law
  • John received a B.S.B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1957, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • John practices at Hogan Lovells US LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John Edward Porter's Areas of Practice

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

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

John Edward Porter is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Edward Porter

Where is John Edward Porter's law office located?
John Edward Porter's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Hogan Lovells Us Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Edward Porter handle?
John Edward Porter focuses on education, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John Edward Porter practiced law?
John Edward Porter has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did John Edward Porter go to law school?
John Edward Porter earned their education at (J.D., 1961); (B.S.B.A., 1957).
How can I contact John Edward Porter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Edward Porter received?
John Edward Porter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1961
B.S.B.A.
Northwestern University
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1961
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2005

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