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Douglas E. Portnoy

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Avvo Rating9.6
  • Raleigh, NC
  • Licensed for 29 years
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About Douglas

I have helped clients with traffic tickets for over 20 years.   In that time I have developed strong relationships with my clients, with my fellow attorneys and with court officials.  My goal as a traffic lawyer is to minimize the impact a ticket will have on my client's insurance and license.   At the same time I try to make the process as convenient and informative as possible.  It is no fun getting stopped by a police officer but with my help I can make the best of a bad situation.   If you or someone you know has received a traffic ticket then I would be happy to speak with them.   You can also chat with me directly by going to my website.  www.raleightrafficticket.com

 

Personally, I went to college in Boston and graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill.  I love living in the Raleigh area.  I am married and have two wonderful kids.  I like to fish, play golf and volleyball.  

Practice areas

Speeding and traffic ticket
  1. Speeding and traffic ticket: 100%

    31 years, 15,000 cases

Languages spoken

English

Photos and videos

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Contact

2840 Plaza Place
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Law Office of Douglas Portnoy

2840 Plaza Place
Suite 315
Raleigh, NC, 27612-8061

Resume

License
StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
NCActive199112/17/2020
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
Avvo Contributions
Legal answers528
Legal guides0
Awards
Award nameGrantorDate granted
DistinguishedMartindale-Hubbell2019
Client Champion AwardMartindale-Hubbell2019
Top 5 Best Traffic Lawyer in RaleighLawyerratingz.com2017
Clients ChoiceAVVO2015
Top ContributorAVVO2015
Top ContributorAVVO2014
Client Choice AwardAVVO2014
BV RatedMartindale-Hubbell2014
Volunteer Lawyer AwardWake County Bar Association2002
Work Experience
TitleCompany nameDuration
Managing PartnerLaw Office of Douglas Portnoy, P.L.L.C2014 - Present
PartnerAdams, Portnoy @ Berggren2000 - 2014
AssociateDevay & Coleman1995 - 2000
InternNC Prisoner's Legal Services1991 - 1992
Associations
Association namePosition nameDuration
American Society of Legal AdvocatesMember2017 - Present
North Carolina State Bar, IOLTAMember1991 - Present
Wake County Bar AssociationMember1991 - Present
10th Judicial District Bar AssociationMember1991 - Present
Publications
Publication nameTitleDate
raleightrafficticket.comTraffic Ticket Facts Or Myths2017
WebsiteDWLR Law Changes2016
raleightrafficticketBe Careful of Changes to DWLR Laws2014
Education
School nameDegreeGraduated
University of North Carolina, Chapel HillJD - Juris Doctor1991
Tufts UniversityBA - Bachelor of Arts1988
Speaking Engagements
Conference nameTitleDate
TATA Membership ConferenceWills and Estates2014
First Time HomeBuyers SeminarReal Estate Law2010
Human Resources BenefitsWills and Estates2003
TeacherParalegal Program2001
TeacherParalegal Program2000
Legal cases
Case nameOutcome
High Speed CasePJC - no points
Case DismissedDismissed
Dog BreederDog ownership given to homeowner
Driveway EasementNeighbor Failed on Injunction Attempt and Case Settled
Cause of DeathCoroner changed finding to cause of death unknown
Class Action - HomeownersSettled

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Review Douglas Portnoy

A1 TOP NOTCH LAWYER

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I have CDLS and got a speeding ticket while on the work truck and I contacted Attorney Portney and he told me that he could handle it and well he called me back and told me that he ran into a roadblock handling my case...he kept in contact with me and I expressed to him that I I really wanted this gone with no points because of my CDLS plus my insurance....he said let him keep grinding on it and boom he emailed me 3wks later and said it was taken care of with no points on my LICENSE OR INSURANCE!! Attorney Portney pulled a Tom Cruise Mission Impossible with this one!!! He is a BAD MAN!!! AND VERY REASONABLE WITH HIS FEE!! GREAT MAN!! YOU CANT GO WRONG WITH HIM!!
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Wonderful Lawyer!

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Doulas is a wonderful attorney. He responds to questions and is not only efficient, but he wins. He has been a huge blessing. ( We have had to hire him on more then one occasion.) We have six kids and several teens driving who have gotten tickets. Thank you Douglas! Your amazing!
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Excellent LAWYER

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I'm extremely thankful for attorney Douglas ha did such a incredible job took the case I had 3 FTA from like 3 years ago and to tell you the truth I was worried praying to god I wouldn't have to do jail time or have to travel to nc ... I live in Virginia now but he looked at my case without a consultation fee .. he didn't even know if I was actually going to be hiring him but he gave me all the information about my case and thanks to god and his highly motivated spirit got 3 charges dropped and a RECKLESS 30+ to a 15 which is a huge difference in........now I honestly expected this to take at least a month but in a matter of days he had everything thing fixed I'm super grateful and I never even had to show up mannn BLESSED not only was he proactive but he charged me LESS then anyone else AMAZING... I COULDN'T BELIEVE IT BUT THANK GOD NOW I CAN CONTINUE TO MOVE FORWARD
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Traffic Ticket

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Mr. Douglas was able to get my wife's speeding ticket reduced to an improper equipment charge. He went to court on the court date and took care of the traffic ticket, emailed the outcome in the afternoon. It was easy process and very satisfied with his service.
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Excellent Attorney

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In 2002 I was victim of identity theft and financial fraud. When I went to renew my drivers license in 2019. I learned the stolen identity from 17 years ago had been used and was involved in a traffic related incident which resulted in a failure to appear and warrant for arrest. I was able to obtain documents from the State of California to support the fraud and the drivers license number was associated with identity theft. Doug was amazing and was able to work with the DA to get the charges dismissed for identity theft. He is an excellent lawyer, who picked up my case and had the issues resolved within 3 weeks.
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Helped make things easier for me; would recommend!

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Douglas handled my case in a way that made it easy for me. He was able to successfully decrease my speeidng ticket into improper equipment, and he sent me the link to pay the court fines online. I didn't even need to appear in court, which would have been costly for me as I live more than 2 hours away. I would definately recommend hiring Douglas to help with your speeding ticket concerns!
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speeding ticket

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I had an issue with a speeding ticket, and Mr. Portnoy qent to court for me to get it taken care of. I was informed to afternoon of the court date that everything was taken care of. Very pleased and happy with the outcome.
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Miracle Worker!

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My wife was driving her new car down an empty road and not paying attention to her speed. She got pulled over going a good bit over the limit. Doug was so helpful and made everything painless. He lifted a large burden off of our shoulders and got us out with no points on her license, no affect on our insurance, and no ticket fine besides the court fees.
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Unsafe Movement Charge

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My daughter was in a car accident and finding a good attorney can be hit or miss. Mr. Portnoy was very pleasant over the phone and I'm very glad that I hired him. I didn't have to meet with him in person, he made the entire process extremely easy. I sent him all the information via email, and he was able to dismiss all the charges. I will definitely be recommending him.
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Great lawyer!

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This is my second time around having Douglas as my lawyer and I am highly satisfied. First time he helped me keep my license even though it was almost certainly going to get taken, and this time around he made my expungement process very straight forward and easy. Thanks Doug!
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Attorney endorsements

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Andrew Rogers, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Jul 17, 2017
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I work beside Doug in court almost every day. He's a good traffic attorney and I would highly recommend him.

Karen Donaldson, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Feb 15, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Doug is a top notch lawyer! Not only does he have a brilliant legal mind, he is a super person and goes above and beyond for his clients! I highly recommend Doug!

Michael Reece, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Dec 23, 2016
Relationship: Worked together on matter

Doug is an excellent lawyer who does top-notch work. I know that when a client has Wake County traffic and criminal issues that they are in safe hands with Doug.

Kellie Gonzalez, Speeding and traffic ticket Attorney on Aug 25, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. For many years I have seen him handle numerous traffic matters of all degrees. He is a zealous advocate and gets the job done for his client.

Douglas Borthwick, Car accident Attorney on Jan 15, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.

Dmitriy Shakhnevich, Car accident Attorney on Sep 28, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Richard Geller

I strongly endorse Douglas. Highly respected in the legal community with an outstanding reputation for client advocacy and dedication.

Peter Marek, Criminal defense Attorney on Jul 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. He knows his law and procedure and is a valued to contributor to the avvo community. His library of answers is a benefit both to those seeking advice but also to other lawyers as a learning tool. You would be wise to seek his counsel if you are any where near or in Raleigh.

Sean Cleary, Car accident Attorney on May 19, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

John O'Brien, Car accident Attorney on Apr 11, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community.

Emile Barton, Real estate Attorney on Feb 9, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer in the practice areas of traffic offenses and real estate. Mr. Portnoy is a highly skilled, competent, and relatable attorney; these characteristics are essential when choosing to hire an attorney to resolve your legal needs. Attorney Portnoy ranks highly among the top lawyers in his practice areas in his local community.

Matisyahu Wolfberg, Car accident Attorney on Feb 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

I endorse this lawyer four your auto accident needs.

William Young, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 9, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Rickey Farrow

I endorse this lawyer.

Michael Waddington, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 18, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

David Gadd, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 7, 2014
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I endorse this lawyer.

Timothy Vanderweert, Criminal defense Attorney on Dec 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

Mr. Portnoy is an excellent attorney who knows the law and vigorously advocates for his clients. He is well-respected among his peers and is an honorable man.

Kenneth Love

Mr. Portnoy spends a great deal of time on this site demonstrating his compassion and genuine desire to use his abilities to help others.

Arash Zarei

I endorse this lawyer.

Christian Lassen

Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.