$ 200-200 per hour
Amanda Christine Porter
About Amanda
Biography
After graduating from the University of Minnesota, Amanda attended Vanderbilt University Law School in Nashville, TN. She loved Nashville and Vanderbilt, but was happy to return to Minnesota after graduation.
Amanda clerked for Justice G. Barry Anderson on the Minnesota Supreme Court for one year after she graduated law school. She loved working for Justice Anderson and was able to work on many different types of cases, including both criminal and civil.
After clerking at the Minnesota Supreme Court, Amanda clerked for two years in Hennepin County Family Court. There, she saw how much a good family law attorney can help people through difficult times in their lives. Amanda gained valuable experience while clerking in Family Court and is eager to share her knowledge .
Amanda serves on the First District Ethics Committee. She is a member of the Minnesota State Bar Association, Hennepin County Bar Association, Ramsey County Bar Association and Minnesota Women Lawyers. Amanda is active in her church and volunteers with Tubman-Chrysalis Center and Legal Assistance of Dakota County.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in Minnesota for 17 years
State: Minnesota
Acquired: 2008
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Location
Porter Law Office, PLLC
7900 International Dr Ste 300, Bloomington, MN, 55425-2562
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Posted by Lori | February 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
I recommend Amanda Porter!
Because of Amanda Porter I had a good divorce! Divorce can be confusing, I appreciated her patience, explaining each step until I understood. I also enjoyed her sense of humor. At the completion of my divorce I had her do my will and several other documents. I'm a very satisfied client!
Posted by Ashley | January 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Simply Amazing!
I ave used Amanda for several custody issues. She is phenomenal. She provides clear and factual advice, easily taking out the emotion out of the situation and getting you to focus on the long term best result. I have passed her name onto others all with glowing reviews. Even with a good co-parentin...
Posted by anonymous | January 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Excellent
Amanda was so great! She was so responsive, patient, and courteous. She is knowledgeable, has passion, and very easy to work with. I would work with her again in the future.
Posted by Janis | January 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Knowledgeable, dependable
Amanda assisted me with my divorce and child custody case. She is knowledgeable, inquisitive, dependable and professional. She works to do what is right for her client, as well as the family as a whole.
Amanda Christine Porter's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Porter is very knowledgeable in the law and has proven to be a great advocate for her clients. If you ever find yourself in the unfortunate need for a family law attorney, I would not hesitate to recommend Ms. Porter."
Tifanne Wolter
Child custody lawyer
Sharon Hills
Divorce and separation lawyer
Theresa Bofferding
Divorce and separation lawyer
Andrew Leone
DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Honors
2018
10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2017
Family Law Attorney of the Year, Tubman - Chrysalis
Work Experience
2017 - Present
Legal Writing Professor, Mitchell Hamline School of Law
2017 - Present
Legal Writing Professor, University of Minnesota Law School
2012 - Present
Owner, Porter Law Office, PLLC
2012 - 2012
Clerk for Judge Meyer, State Of Minnesota District Court
2010 - 2011
Clerk for Judge Bernhardson, State Of Minnesota District Court
2008 - 2009
Judicial Clerk, Minnesota Supreme Court
Associations
2012 - Present
Hennepin County Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
First District Ethics CommitteeMember
2012 - Present
Minnesota State Bar Association, Family Law SectionMember
2012 - Present
Ramsey County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
Minnesota State Bar AssociationMember
Education
2008
Vanderbilt University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Ex husband and I share custody 50/50. On his weekend he dropped her off at my house and refused to take her back- what can I do?
30 Sep 2018
Q&A
How can I win custody battle in the state on MN?
19 Aug 2018
Q&A
I have student loans in default. My ex said they took the back child support he owes out of his tax return. Can irs take that $$
15 Mar 2018