Curran Kim Porto

Curran Kim Porto

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 33 years

Trusts Lawyer at Tampa, FL
Practice Areas: Trusts, Business, Real Estate ... +2 more

410 S. Ware Blvd Ste 404, Tampa, FL

About Curran

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Trusts 35%

Full estate planning as well as Elder Law and Asset Protection.

34 years | 2,000 cases

35%
Business 30%

Full range of Corporate and Partnership creation and Taxation issues.

33 years | 5,000 cases

30%
Real Estate 15%

Primarily consumer and residential matters including foreclosure defense. Commercial matters less that 5 cases per year.

28 years | 10,000 cases

15%
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy 10%

33 years | 1,000 cases

10%
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy 10%

33 years | 1,000 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Kentucky for 15 years

State: Kentucky

Acquired: 2010

Active

Licensed in Florida for 31 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 1994

Member in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1993

Retired

Location

Porto Legal Center/Curran K. Porto, P.A.

410 S. Ware Blvd Ste 404, Tampa, FL, 336194464

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Curran Kim Porto's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

14 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rodger | October 04, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Excellent Real Estate Lawyer

In a state with so many attorneys to choose from it is easy to find an attorney that can handle a real estate matter. It is not so easy to find one that can handle the difficult matters that take a lot of thought and thinking out of the box. Attorney Porto is brilliant when it comes to cases that n...eed that extra detail and creative thought. He has handled several files for me and each time I have been extremely happy with the outcome.

Posted by Deborah | September 25, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Bankruptcy & Debt

Curran Porto is an awesome lawyer !

Mr. Porto has helped me through a couple different issues. I have filed bankrupsey and I had to settle my Mom & Dad's estate. Mr. Porto and his staff were on the ball with taking care of any issues that came along. They are very knowledgable in what they do. I could not have done it without them. The...y were always there for me when I had any questions or concerns. I would highly recommend them for. I would not of made it through all my legal issues if it not of been for them. Thanks Mr. Porto.

Posted by Janice | September 17, 2013

Exceptional attorney. Would gladly recommend to anyone!

Curran is an exceptional person and a great attorney. Quick to respond with indepth knowledge of whatever you need to know. He is a very caring person and true gentleman.

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Curran Kim Porto's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dale Davidson

Trusts lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known and worked with Curran for 23 years. I have always known him to be professional and a staunch advocate for his clients. I would highly recommend Curran to be your lawyer."

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Sheila Norman

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Curran for many years. He has excellent analytical skills and is dedicated to obtaining the best possible results for his clients."

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Jay Passer

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He has demonstrated a high level of professionalism and knowledge of relevant law and procedure."

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Pedro Rodriguez

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer | Oct 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Curran now for just about ten years and have become very familiar with his practice and his dedication to his clients. He is a man of great character who will zealously represent his client. I consider it a privilege to know Curran and to work with him on some matters. If I was in need of legal representation, I would certainly look to Curran. He is top shelf."

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Michael Misa

Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I HAVE KNOWN CURRAN FOR OVER 20 YEARS AND WORKED WITH HIM ON NUMEROUS CHAPTER 13 CASES WHICH WERE QUITE COMPLICATED. CURRAN IS A SMART AND ACCOMPLISHED LAWYER WHEN WORKING ON THESE PLANS, VERY EFFECTIVE."

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Michael Misa

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Keleske

Estate planning lawyer

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Pedro Rodriguez

Contracts and agreements lawyer

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Dale Davidson

Elder law lawyer

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Sheila Norman

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Brian Lit

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.

Admonishment issued in FL, 2014

updated on 10/07/2015

An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Curran’s comment:

“The reprimand was not related to a client - I actually asked the Bar for an opinion under the self reporting requirements and they issued a reprimand to me for filing a case in the wrong venue, not dishonesty. It was not about a client, fees, or a grievance. The opinion states that I did not mislead anyone, just that it “lacks candor” to the Court since there are specific rules on venue. The client related to the case was proud of me for fighting his battle.”

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2003 - Present

Managing Member, Austin Santo, LLC

1998 - Present

Attorney, Porto Legal Center

1995 - 1997

Associate, Trenam, Kemker, et al.

1993 - 1995

Federal Judicial Law Clerk, The Honorable Thomas E. Baynes, Jr

1991 - 1991

Intern, Newark District Counsel for the IRS

Associations

2015 - Present

Florida Bar

Elder Law

2015 - Present

Florida Bar

Trusts

2015 - Present

Florida Bar

Probate

2015 - Present

Florida Bar

Tax Law

Sample of Legal Cases

In re Dicks, 306 B.R. 700 (Bankr. M.D. Fla. 2004)

Successful Injunction against Future Filings

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Education

1993

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

LL.M.

1992

Mississippi College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctorate

1987

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2015

Planning for Long-Term Care

Preserving Family Assets

Languages

English

Activity

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