Maryland and Virginia personal injury and criminal defense attorneysTop rated criminal defense attorneys aggressively fight for the accused. We keep you out of jail.Top rated attorneys recover $11 million each year for the injured accident victim. Call Today.Top rated attorneys recover $11 million each year for the injured accident victim. Call Today.Top rated attorneys recover $11 million each year for the injured accident victim. Call Today.
Practice areas
We represent car accident victims from Virginia Beach through Hampton Roads, into Northern Virginia up to Bel Air Maryland. Our recoveries include numerous verdicts or settlements over $1,000,000.
34 years, 10,000 cases
Currently recover $2 million every month and over $24 million dollars for our injured clients throughout Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia.
34 years, 10,000 cases
We have defended criminal clients in almost every court in Maryland and Northern Virginia.Frequently our experienced defense attorneys get the charges dismissed or reduced.
34 years, 3,500 cases
Our awards in both Maryland and Virginia Workers Compensation cases are among the top when compared to other awards that are given by the commission.
34 years, 5,000 cases
We routinely handle with co-counsel large medical malpractice cases in Maryland And Virginia. One of our recent Medical malpractice cases settled for 2.6 million.
34 years, 500 cases
Languages spoken
English, Spanish, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese
Portner & Shure, P.A.
7226 Lee DeForest Dr.
Ste 101
Columbia, MD, 21046
Portner & Shure, P.A.
8229 Boone Blvd.
Suite 100
Vienna, VA, 22182
Portner & Shure, P.A. - Eastern Shore
Satellite Office Only
1100 Coastal Highway
Ocean City, MD, 21842
Portner & Shure - Owings Mills
Satellite Office Only
10451 Mill Run Cir., Ste. 400
Owings Mills, MD, 21117
Portner & Shure - Baltimore City
Satellite Office Only
400 E. Pratt St., Ste 800
Baltimore, MD, 21202
Portner & Shure - Glen Burnie
Satellite Office Only
7310 Ritchie Highway
Glen Burnie, MD, 21061
Portner & Shure - Greenbelt
Satellite Office Only
6301 Ivy Lane, Ste 700
Greenbelt, MD, 20770
Portner & Shure, P.A.
5216 Chairmans Court
Suite 106
Frederick, MD, 21703
Portner & Shure - Annapolis
Satellite Office Only
1910 Towne Centre Blvd., Suite 250
Annapolis, MD, 21401
Portner & Shure - Towson
Satellite Office Only
1 Olympic Place, Ste. 900
Towson, MD, 21204
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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DC | Good Standing | 1989 | 06/08/2022 |
MD | Active | 1988 | 03/30/2022 |
VA | Authorized to Practice Law | N/A | 07/02/2022 |
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Reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State warns the lawyer in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.
Jonathan’s comment: “In 2007 a couple sought my representation. Both had participated in a home break-in. There was no dispute they committed the crime. They were told to obtain separate counsel. For financial reasons they could not. I therefore agreed to help both. After the guilty plea and looking for a loop hole with immigration, one of the clients indicated she did not have separate counsel. Our conflict advice was not in writing. My sole warning, in over a 25 yr career, is that a waiver must be in writing.”
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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10.0 Rating | Avvo | 2015 |
Litigator Award | Trial Lawyers Board of Regents | 2015 |
Member | Best Attorneys of America | 2014 |
Lifetime Membership | Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2014 |
Member | Million Dollar Advocates Forum | 2014 |
Top Contributor | AVVO | 2014 |
Top Contributor | AVVO | 2013 |
Excellence in Personal Injury | Time Magazine | 2013 |
IGCX Platinum Seal - Outstanding Customer Service | Interactions Group | 2013 |
Featured Attorney for Criminal Defense | AVVO | 2013 |
Featured Attorney for Personal Injury | AVVO | 2013 |
Client's Choice | AVVO | 2013 |
Top Contributor | AVVO | 2012 |
Featured Attorney for Criminal Defense | AVVO | 2012 |
Featured Attorney for Personal Injury | AVVO | 2012 |
Client's Choice | AVVO | 2012 |
University of Baltimore | Cum Laude | 1988 |
University of Baltimore Law Review | Editor | 1988 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | Portner & Shure, P.A. | 1993 - Present |
Associate | Gordon Feinblatt, LLC | 1989 - 1993 |
Clerk | Maryland Court Of Special Appeals Chief Judge Gilbert | 1988 - 1989 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 2014 - Present |
The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers | Lifetime Member | 2013 - Present |
Howard County Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | Member | 2012 - Present |
Million Dollar Advocates Forum | Lifetime Member | 2011 - Present |
National College of DUI Defense | Member | 2011 - Present |
Manta | Member | 2011 - Present |
District of Columbia Bar | Member | 1989 - Present |
Maryland Association for Justice | Member | 1988 - Present |
American Association for Justice | Member | 1988 - Present |
Maryland State Bar Association | Member | 1988 - Present |
United States District Court for the District of Maryland | Member | 1988 - Present |
District of Columbia Bar, Young Lawyers Section | Chair | 1992 - 1992 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The National Trial Lawyers | $1M Settlement for Motorcycle Rider Hit by Truck that Ran Red Light | 2014 |
FindLaw | Personal Injury Lawyers Celebrate the Chinese American Chamber of Commerce | 2014 |
PR Web | Maryland Car Personal Injury Attorney, Jonathan Portner, offers Free Case Recovery Evaluation | 2014 |
The Epoch Times | Ten Top Things the Chinese Speaking Accident Client Must Immediately Be Aware Of | 2013 |
Miju Korean Newspaper | How to Best Handle an Accident Claim for the Korean Speaking Client | 2012 |
Korean Daily Newspaper | Ten Things MD Koren Speaking Accident Clients Must Know | 2012 |
Top Ten Questions a Maryland Workers' Compensation Attorney Answers | Finding the Best Workers' Compensation Lawyer for your Case | 2012 |
Maryland Car Accident Blog | What Makes Portner & Shure Better Than Other Personal Injury Attorneys In Howard County | 2012 |
ROI Newsletter | Marketing Techniques | 2012 |
World Journal Newspaper | Personal Injury Issues for Chinese Speaking Accident Victims | 2012 |
Am Jur Proof of Facts by Bancroft Whitney Co. | Proof of Sick Building Syndrome | 1993 |
A Guide to Toxic Torts | Chapter on Indoor Air Pollution | 1992 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Baltimore School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1988 |
Franklin and Marshall College | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1984 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Howard County Lecture Series, Part I | Deportation Issues in your Howard County, MD Criminal Case | 2013 |
Calvery Chinese Community Church | Issues That Affect Chinese Accident Victims | 2013 |
Panel Discussion | Marylands new dog bite law | 2012 |
Verano Zol | Issues Affecting Spanish Speaking Accident Victims | 2012 |
Car Accident Cases Litigation | Proving Damages in Maryland Car Accident Cases | 2012 |
Verano Zol | Issues Affecting Spanish Speaking Accident Victims | 2011 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Motorcycle Rider Hit by Truck that Ran Red Light | $1,000,000.00 |
Vehicle Runs Red Light Causing Multiple Car Accident | Settled for USAA's policy limit of $100,000.00 |
Serious Car Accident in Cheverly | Settled for GEICO's policy limits of $200,000.00 |
Salesman Involved in Rearend Collision While Working | $73,500.00 |
Automobile Accident on I95, Richmond Virginia | Settled for $100,000.00 |
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Guy Maydieu, Personal injury Attorney on May 20, 2019
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Excellent Attorney to work for. I highly recommend!!
John O'Brien, Car accident Attorney on May 14, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
Guy Maydieu, Personal injury Attorney on May 20, 2019
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Excellent Attorney to work for. I highly recommend!!
John O'Brien, Car accident Attorney on May 14, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
A truly excellent attorney well respected in the legal community. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.
Kevin Coluccio, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 1, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Gregory Bachand, Personal injury Attorney on Jun 8, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer because he cares about results.
Michael Terani, Unknown Attorney on May 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Tanya Bachand, Car accident Attorney on May 12, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have seen many answers Jonathan has given in the Avvo community. He always gives sound advice. It is clear he is a skilled litigator with experience.
Peggy Raddatz, Criminal defense Attorney on May 11, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Attorney Portner has a great deal of experience handling many litigation cases. He is well regarded by his clients who give him high marks. He has the expertise in the courtroom to handle even the most complex and difficult cases. I endorse this attorney and his services.
Brian Crockett, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 9, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Jon is a dedicated and skilled trial lawyer. If your case involves real injuries and the Defendants refuse to pay - you need a lawyer like Jon. He'll fight for you. I endorse this lawyer.
Paul Molinaro, Personal injury Attorney on Mar 3, 2013
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Being active in lecturing/speaking and publishing to the community and other lawyers is just one of the pluses for which a person should look when seeking out a lawyer. Couple that with positive reviews from clients and endorsements from other lawyers, and one has a lawyer to place on top of the potential lawyer list. Along with 25 years of practice, Jonathan Neal Portner, Esq. has these assets, and more.
Michael Doland, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 28, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Portner gives consistently clear, accurate answers which are customized to the needs of Avvo askers. He is a credit to all Avvo participating attorneys.
George Andriotis, Car accident Attorney on Feb 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Portner is knowledgeable, professional and a credit to the legal profession.
Scott Camassar, Personal injury Attorney on Feb 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Portner has excellent experience and is highly regarded by clients and the legal community for his skill and expertise.
David Pittman, Unknown Attorney on Feb 25, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. His answers on AVVO are always well thought out and demonstrate his superior knowledge of his subject matter.
Charles Franklin, Workers compensation Attorney on Jan 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Portner is a very aggressive lawyer who is very compassionate with his clients and always represents his clients best interests! He is very intelligent and analyzes complicated legal issues quickly. FIVE STARS!!
Michael Shafer, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 29, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I happily endorse this lawyer. His legal acumen is well known in the area.
Lloyd Bell, Personal injury Attorney on Jan 23, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Jonathan is an outstanding trial lawyer and a true leader in the community. He works tirelessly to ensure his clients obtain the best possible outcomes, either through trial or settlement. If you need a trial lawyer in the greater Baltimore area, Jonathan and his team are the folks to go to.
Lorraine Lawrence-Whittaker, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 22, 2012
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
Jonathan Portner is an excellent Personal Injury lawyer with decades of experience and results to bring to the table. I have worked for and along side Jonathan for 13 years and have found to him to be not only extremely legally sound in his approach to cases, but quick on his feet in a courtroom and most importantly, able to see where the opposing party is going before they have even thought of their next move. This is a most valuable asset in litigation. He is a terrific choice for your personal injury matter.
Jayson Soobitsky, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 16, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent litigator and really cares about his clients.
Howard Lewis, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 7, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Portner is one of the finest Tort lawyers in his state. He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession. Whenever we have injured clients in MD, we direct them to one place and one place only- Attorney Portner's firm!
Valerie Portner, Personal injury Attorney on Aug 30, 2012
Relationship: Worked for lawyer
I endorse this lawyer. I have watched Jon as an advocate since his days clerking for Chief Judge Gilbert at the Maryland Court of Special Appeals. I was by his side when he helped his former large Baltimore law firm get a multi-million verdict in a Washington, D.C. personal injury case many years ago. His skills in the world of personal injury are unmatched. The fact he is brilliant and a fierce competitor has enabled him to represent thousands of satisfied personal injury clients. This Maryland attorney would be the only lawyer I would recommend to anyone in the field of Maryland and D.C. injury law and criminal defense. You get the best possible advocate when you retain this attorney. I have witnessed his success on countless occasions. The staggering settlements and verdicts no longer surprise me.
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