Atty. Matthew John Porter

Atty. Matthew John Porter

Matthew John Porter is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate finance. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Washington Washington 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Matthew John Porter at a glance

Matthew John Porter is a Staff Attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on real estate and commercial re. Admitted to practice in New York (practices under supervision of principals of the firm) (2010) and District of Columbia (2013). Educated at University of Pittsburgh School of Law (J.D., 2009) and Colgate University (B.A., 2004). Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew John Porter is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate finance
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Matthew practices at Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew John Porter's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Commercial Real Estate

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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 Matthew John Porter

Where is Matthew John Porter's law office located?
Matthew John Porter's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew John Porter handle?
Matthew John Porter focuses on real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Matthew John Porter practiced law?
Matthew John Porter has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Matthew John Porter go to law school?
Matthew John Porter earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact Matthew John Porter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pittsburgh School of Law
- 2009
B.A.
Colgate University
- 2004

Bar Admissions

New York (practices under supervision of principals of the firm)
Admitted: 2010
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2013

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