Atty. John V. Porter, Jr.

Atty. John V. Porter, Jr.

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Paintsville Paintsville 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About John V. Porter, Jr. at a glance

John V. Porter, Jr. is an Of Counsel based in Paintsville, Kentucky, practicing at Porter, Banks, Baldwin & Shaw, PLLC. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on workers comp, litigation, education, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Kentucky U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1970). Educated at University of Kentucky (J.D., 1970) and University of Kentucky (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Johnson County (Secretary and Treasurer, 1974—), Kentucky and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Paintsville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Practice Areas Explained

John V. Porter, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

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

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

John V. Porter, Jr. is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Kentucky →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Education Law

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

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Insurance Law

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John V. Porter, Jr.

Where is John V. Porter, Jr.'s law office located?
John V. Porter, Jr.'s law practice is located in Paintsville, Kentucky. The firm is Porter, Banks, Baldwin & Shaw, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John V. Porter, Jr. handle?
John V. Porter, Jr. focuses on workers comp, litigation, education, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Kentucky.
How long has John V. Porter, Jr. practiced law?
John V. Porter, Jr. has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did John V. Porter, Jr. go to law school?
John V. Porter, Jr. earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact John V. Porter, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact John V. Porter, Jr. 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 John V. Porter, Jr. received?
John V. Porter, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Kentucky
- 1970
A.B.
University of Kentucky
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Kentucky U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky
Admitted: 1970

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