Atty. Porter Devries
Porter Devries is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, real estate and 1 other area of law. Porter received a degree from Pace University in 2012, and has been licensed for 13 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Honolulu, HI · 13+ Years Experience
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About Porter Devries at a Glance
Porter Devries is a probate, business, real estate, and litigation attorney based in Honolulu, Hawaii. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (2013) and New York (2013). Educated at Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University (JD, 2012) and Pace University Class of 2012 (—). Serves clients in Honolulu, HI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Porter Devries
- Porter Devries is a lawyer practicing litigation, business, real estate and 1 other area of law
- Porter received a degree from Pace University in 2012, and has been licensed for 13 years
- Porter practices in Honolulu, HI
Practice Areas Explained
Porter Devries's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Porter Devries handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Honolulu.
Probate in Honolulu
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Business & Corporate Law in Honolulu
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Porter Devries is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Hawaii →
Real Estate Law in Honolulu
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Porter Devries is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Hawaii →
Civil Litigation in Honolulu
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Porter Devries is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Hawaii →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Honolulu
Practicing law in Hawaii. Legal matters in Hawaii are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Honolulu are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Hawaii state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Hawaii brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Hawaii courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Honolulu Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Honolulu-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Honolulu Choose Porter Devries
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Porter Devries's practice in the field of probate, business, real estate, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Porter Devries brings 13+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Hawaii and New York, Porter Devries can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering probate, business, and real estate, Porter Devries can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Honolulu
A Honolulu-based practice means Porter Devries attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Porter Devries Handles in Honolulu
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Porter Devries has experience with under Hawaii law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Porter Devries directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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