Michael Scott Porter

Michael Scott Porter

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Syracuse, NY
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Car Accidents ... +8 more

100 Madison St # 1500, Syracuse, NY

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$0 first 120 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 28 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1998

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

The Porter Law Group

100 Madison St # 1500, Syracuse, NY, 13202

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Michael Scott Porter's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Personal Injury

Posted by Carolyn | December 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Medical Malpractice

Atty. Porter from the first time I met him (my home 2 hours from his office) I immediately liked him. He showed such compassion for my injuries and my difficulty in adapting to my situation. Calls and questions answered in terms I understood. Encouraged me not to give up that he was not giving up . ...I feel he went way above and beyond that got me a great settlement .

Posted by Thomas | July 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Personal injury from a car - pedestrian incident.

The attorneys and staff of Porter Nordby Howe LLP were outstanding in the handling of my case. I was a pedestrian who was struck by a food truck while volunteering at a community event. From the initial telephone call that I made to the firm, to the conclusion of the process, I was impressed with t...he professionalism of the personnel I dealt with at the law firm. I was also impressed with their concern for my health and the continual communication they provided regarding the case throughout the process. All of my medical bills were covered and the lawsuit was settled with an unexpectedly large financial settlement. I have nothing but good things to say about this firm and the service they provided.

Posted by Anna | July 03, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Could not have asked for a better advocate than Mike and his associates. This firm took action with extremely positive results.

Mike Porter was able to assist me in my accident case where I had sustained a broken patella. The particular insurance company involved in the case was very resistant to a fair settlement, thus, ending up in a trial. Mikes resolve in helping me was evident throughout as he had worked tirelessly to s...how how my life has changed. He dedicated so much time in bringing to light who I was as an active, fit person before the accident and who I have become with now physical limitation. Mike had done so much research and spoken to so many people surrounding my case in depth and with true understanding of me and my situation. He is persistent in his pursuit for justice and has served me well with a just settlement. At every turn, which were many, my family and I were always treated with the utmost professionalism and respect.

Posted by Kerry | March 01, 2015 | Personal Injury

Highest Regards

Michael Porter is undoubtedly the most professional, respectful and compassionate lawyer. His firm was completely attentive to my case, and kept me fully informed as we progressed. My case involved an unnecessary surgery on my foot which led to dis figuration, pain and limitations. I was compensated ...with his help and was able to find closure. I highly recommend his firm! His insights were honest, accurate, and his suggestions were ethically sound.

Posted by Matt | February 05, 2015 | Personal Injury

Top-Notch Lawyer

I give my highest possible recommendation to Mike Porter. Through no fault of my own I was seriously injured in a high-speed car accident one morning on the way to work. Soon after I was diagnosed with a traumatic brain injury. While the physical impacts were extensive, my everyday ability to functio...n both on the job and at home was no longer the same. The overall impacts of this injury cut short many years of professional and academic experience, and my career was derailed. I will never forget Mike's personal attention, persistence, and professionalism as they guided me through a long process of medical rehabilitation and financial uncertainty. In short, his work provided long-term security for my wife and two daughters. I cannot thank him enough for his help during my time of need.

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Colin Leonard

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Exceptional attorney. Excellent judgment and broad experience in all aspects of litigation. I recommend him without qualification."

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Andrew Beakman

Litigation lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is an exceptional litigator and Upstate New York's best trial lawyer whose skill is matched by his compassion and ethics. As someone who has experience in defending a variety of different torts (including managing product liability matters for a publicly traded multinational medical device manufacturer), I can say his aggressive, yet pragmatic, approach to the litigation is incredibly unique and highly effective. No one has taken more verdicts or secured better outcomes for his clients in the past five years in Upstate New York. Perhaps most importantly, Mike is the type of lawyer who you would send a family member to in a difficult time, know he would serve them in a compassionate manner that gives them the best chance of success."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2022

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2021

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2020

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Super Lawyers, Thompson Reuters

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney, Porter Nordby Howe LLP

2006 - 2009

Attorney, Bottar Leone, PLLC

2001 - 2006

Attorney, Hiscock & Barclay, LLP

2000 - 2001

Defense Counsel, United States Army Jag Corps

1998 - 2000

Trial Counsel, United States Army Jag Corps

Associations

2005 - Present

New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers

Member

2000 - Present

Onondaga County Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Medical Malpractice--$1.3 million

$1.3 million settlement at trial

Car Accident--$3.4 million

Jury verdict--$3.4 million

Medical Malpractice--$2 million

$2.0 million

Medical Malpractice--$1.8 million

$1.8 million settlement

Construction Site Accident--$1.2 million

$1.2 million verdict

Medical Malpractice--$17.8 million

$17.8 million settlement at trial

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Education

1997

Syracuse University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1994

Harvard University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

New York State Bar Association, Trial Lawyers Section

Jury Selection

2011

New York State Bar Association

Closing Arguments

2010

New York State Bar Association

Labor Law/Construction Site Accidents

Publications

2023

2013

Syracuse Post Standard Jury Awards Man More Than $3 million

2013

2011

Languages

English

Activity

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