Elizabeth L Porter

Elizabeth L Porter

4.2
Rating: 6.7

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Hattiesburg, MS
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Divorce & Separation, Adoption, Child Custody

301 W Pine St, Hattiesburg, MS

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Licenses

Licensed in Mississippi for 19 years

State: Mississippi

Acquired: 2007

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301 W Pine St, Hattiesburg, MS, 39401-3829

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Elizabeth L Porter's Reviews

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4.2 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Child Custody

Posted by Jamie Riggs | June 21, 2024 | Child Custody

WONDERFUL ATTORNEY!!

My husband and I were looking for some legal information on how to navigate a family custody case in another county and Mrs. Porter was NOT SHY!! She was honest with us, she told us various possibilities. She didn't allow her lack of knowledge of another county's court system deter her from helping ...us. She even made wonderful references to lawyers that were able to practice in the county that we needed. I like that she was up-front with us. She immediately said that she didn't work in that particular county, but she STILL did her due diligence in helping us. She understood where we were coming from as former foster parents and actually HEARD US. We loved her and would go back to her in a heartbeat if we needed to!! She has also kept in contact with us on our case and offerred prayer for us as we went forward. There is nothing like an attorney that places her clients first!!

Posted by Sarah | December 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

The most incredible lawyer

I hope this review finds the teenage single mom who fears for her child’s safety and future. I cannot say enough amazing things about Elizabeth Porter. I met with numerous lawyers through my divorce and custody/child support battle. The system fails single moms, but Elizabeth Porter does not. From th...e beginning she was upfront and honest with me, she talked with me on a personal level… allowed me to cry and made me feel safe. No other lawyer cared, they just wanted my money. She gave me scenarios and what the true outcome would be so I wouldn’t have false hope or end up disappointed all over again. She cared for my heart, my safety and my child’s safety. She shared with me about her past to help me feel comfortable and have hope for me and my child’s future. She’s not just a lawyer but an incredible influence and constantly gives selflessly to her community. I will always send any friends or family to her if they need a lawyer. She is truly one of my favorite and most trusted individuals. I can’t thank her enough for walking with me through my hard times.

Posted by LARELLE THOMS | November 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Lack of integrity- very Negative experience

Original post 8 years ago. I had a very negative expierence with this attorney and Requested my money back. I am a disabled military wife of an active duty soldier and , I hired her for a custody hearing for my 4 daughters and after basically saying look youve done nothing I want my money back and ...am Lodging a complaint with the Mississippi Bar she passed the blamed onto her assistant, and asked me for more time and more money. She wanted more money for a job she hadnt done and did everything she could to extend time. Then when I asked her assistant for my paperwork and court file she told me to stop harassing her assistant , blocked me from emailing the office and told me I could contact her only. Then when I told her I wasnt paying her anymore money because she had not done the job I hired her for , which was the custody representation for my 4 daughter, I wrote a demand for refund letter for the $3000 retainer and the amount for shipping and my replacement court custody file she said she had didnt have any longer not only that I had to send her a bill for the 2000 page court file. My advise if if you arent in the state to meet your attorney do not hire them. I am still waiting for my refund. I am just going to say I had a horribly negative experience and i felt strung along. each time I called she was out of the office, in court, on vacation,sick her kid was sick, she was going thru her own divorce, she had a personal day. I notified her I was a DISABLED MILITARY WIFE OF A SOLDIER WHO WAS ACTIVE DUTY AND GOING TO DEPLOY TO AFGHANISTAN and she was quick to take money money and I got NOOOOO representation. Then when I called and emailed to get services she said I was harassing her assistant , who she pushed me off on. I wouldnt even give this person a star. Today LITERALLY 8 YEARS LATER- Ms Porter attempted to gas light me saying I was dishonest in providing information in my case. SHE ATTEMPTED TO DEFAME MY GOOD NAME AND CHARACTER. I FIRED HER BECAUSE SHE WAS HORRIBLE- she DIDNT DO THE JOB SHE WAS HIRED TO DO AND TRIED TO KEEP MY MONEY. I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE SHE HAS DONE THIS TOO. 8 YEARS LATER... I AM RESPONDING TO HER ATTEMPT TO GAS LIGHT ME. SHE CANT TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR HER ACTIONS OR LACK THEIR OF. HAD SHE DONE WHAT SHE WAS HIRED TO DO THIS REVIEW WOULD BE MUCH DIFFERENT. 8 YEARS LATER DOESNT SEEM SHE CAN TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR HER ACTIONS STILL. LESS THAN ONE STAR AND ZERO INTEGRITY.

Elizabeth Porter

Replied last November 27, 2024

I actually recently looked back at your case because you continue to leave negative reviews. All I can say is that this is untrue. I will not air your dirty laundry on a public forum, because I have never (before nor since) gotten out of a case for the reason I got out of yours. I wish you well and will continue to respond to your baseless claims with the dignity and respect I try to give all people.

Posted by Lexie | November 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Outstanding and down to earth

Elizabeth went above and beyond for me while I was stationed overseas and 5,000 miles away from Mississippi. I’m an active duty army soldier and my wife and I used Elizabeth for a custody matter. Elizabeth and her team communicated efficiently on multiple occasions regardless of the 5 hour time diffe...rence. We were on a time crunch due to the army and they handled everything properly, professionally, and in a very timely manner. I cannot thank Elizabeth and her team enough. They went above and beyond for us and we are so very thankful for them! They are a God send!

Posted by Stephanie | November 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Outstanding!

My experience with Elizabeth Porter was nothing short of exceptional. In navigating a complex child custody case, she demonstrated a remarkable blend of legal expertise and genuine empathy. Her meticulous approach to the details of my case, coupled with a commitment to fairness, set her apart. Wha...t truly stood out was her ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and accessible manner, ensuring I understood each step of the process. Throughout the proceedings, she consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of family law and an unwavering dedication to my case. Her strategic thinking and thorough preparation were evident in every interaction. It was apparent that she had a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in child custody matters. Despite the challenges, she remained composed and focused, always prioritizing the best interests of my child. In the end, her efforts culminated in a successful outcome—I was granted custody of my child. This victory is a direct result of her hard work, legal acumen, and commitment to fairness. I wholeheartedly recommend Elizabeth to anyone in need of a family law expert, especially in challenging custody cases.

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Experience

Rating:  6.7 (Good)

Associations

Mississippi Bar

Member

Hattiesburg Area Young Lawyers' Association

Member

Mississippi Women Lawyers Association

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Education

2006

Mississippi College School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Southern Mississippi

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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