Atty. John William Porter

Atty. John William Porter

Mr. John William Porter is a lawyer practicing chapter 11 bankruptcy, chapter 13 bankruptcy, litigation and 4 other areas of law.

Charlotte Charlotte 49 yrs experience 49 year
Call (704) 520-7619 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John William Porter at a glance

John William Porter is a Partner based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on chapter 13, bankruptcy, chapter 11, creditor rights, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1977). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1977) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (A.B., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Mecklenburg County and North Carolina Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. John William Porter is a lawyer practicing chapter 11 bankruptcy, chapter 13 bankruptcy, litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

John William Porter's Areas of Practice

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

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

John William Porter is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in North Carolina →

Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

John William Porter is one of 5,840 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in North Carolina →

Creditor Rights & Collections

John William Porter is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in North Carolina →

Foreclosure Defense

John William Porter is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John William Porter

Where is John William Porter's law office located?
John William Porter's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John William Porter handle?
John William Porter focuses on chapter 13, bankruptcy, chapter 11, creditor rights, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has John William Porter practiced law?
John William Porter has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John William Porter go to law school?
John William Porter earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (A.B., 1974).
How can I contact John William Porter for a consultation?
You can contact John William 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 John William Porter received?
John William Porter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1977
A.B.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1977

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