Atty. Timothy Porterfield

Atty. Timothy Porterfield

Timothy Porterfield is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, family law, divorce and 11 other areas of law. Timothy received a B.S. degree from Fairfield University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.

Charlotte Charlotte 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Timothy Porterfield at a glance

Timothy Porterfield is a divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, and federal crimes attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1989), Connecticut (1990), New York (1991), and U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina (1991). Educated at Washington & Lee University (J.D., 1989) and Fairfield University (B.S. Finance, 1986). Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Timothy Porterfield is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, family law, divorce and 11 other areas of law
  • Timothy received a B.S. degree from Fairfield University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Timothy practices in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Timothy Porterfield's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Timothy Porterfield is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in North Carolina →

Federal Crimes

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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 Timothy Porterfield

Where is Timothy Porterfield's law office located?
Timothy Porterfield's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Timothy Porterfield handle?
Timothy Porterfield focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, federal crimes. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Timothy Porterfield practiced law?
Timothy Porterfield has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Timothy Porterfield go to law school?
Timothy Porterfield earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S. Finance, 1986).
How can I contact Timothy Porterfield for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington & Lee University
- 1989
B.S. Finance
Fairfield University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1989
Connecticut
Admitted: 1990
New York
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina
Admitted: 1991
Virginia
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 2002

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