Atty. W. Frank Porter

Atty. W. Frank Porter

W. Frank Porter is a lawyer practicing commercial law, commercial litigation, creditors rights.

Charlotte Charlotte 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About W. Frank Porter at a glance

W. Frank Porter is an Attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Porter & Schwartz, P.A.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, creditor rights, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (inactive) U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina U.S. District Cour (1990) and South Carolina (1990). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 1989) and Mars Hill College, Wake Forest University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Mecklenburg County and North Carolina Bar Associations North Carolina State Bar South Carolina Bar North Carolina Academy of Trial Lawyers Commercial Law League of America. Serands clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • W. Frank Porter is a lawyer practicing commercial law, commercial litigation, creditors rights
  • W. received a B.A. degree from Mars Hill College, Wake Forest University in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • W. practices at Porter & Schwartz, P.A. in Charlotte, NC

Practice Areas Explained

W. Frank Porter's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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W. Frank Porter is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in North Carolina →

Civil Rights

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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 W. Frank Porter

Where is W. Frank Porter's law office located?
W. Frank Porter's law practice is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. The firm is Porter & Schwartz, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does W. Frank Porter handle?
W. Frank Porter focuses on business, creditor rights, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has W. Frank Porter practiced law?
W. Frank Porter has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did W. Frank Porter go to law school?
W. Frank Porter earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact W. Frank Porter for a consultation?
You can contact W. Frank 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 W. Frank Porter received?
W. Frank Porter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 1989
B.A.
Mars Hill College, Wake Forest University
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina (inactive) U.S. District Court, Western District of North Carolina U.S. District Cour
Admitted: 1990
South Carolina
Admitted: 1990

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