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4.9 /5.0
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Karen Jackson Porter
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BIOGRAPHY OF KAREN J. PORTER
Karen J. Porter is the principal attorney of the Porter Law Network. Ms. Porter has more than 30 years of experience representing clients in every aspect of bankruptcy law, commercial litigation, real estate law and probate law. Ms. Porter has a diverse client base of large corporations, lending institutions, small businesses and individuals. Ms. Porter was admitted to practice law in Michigan in 1982 and in Illinois in 1984. She is admitted to the federal courts in the Northern and Central Districts of Illinois. She is a member of the Trial Bar of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. Ms. Porter has been involved in more than 500 bankruptcy cases and adversary proceedings. In the last few years, she has confirmed six chapter 11 plans of reorganization. Ms. Porter is also a Guardian ad litem for disabled adults in the Probate Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County.
The Porter Law Network provides excellent legal representation for individuals and businesses.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Probate
35%
39 years
Bankruptcy and Debt
25%
39 years
Estate Planning
20%
Real Estate
20%
39 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2014 2013
Licenses
Licensed in Illinois for 41 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
Other places you can find Karen online.
Karen Jackson Porter's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | March 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Attorney Karen Porter provided EXCEPTIONAL legal guidance throughout my Chapter 11 BK. Her knowledge of BK laws and strategic approach made a complex/difficult process much more manageable. Throughout my Chapter 11 BK process she was very transparent about the realities of my case, including the perc...
Posted by Morgan | July 27, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Guardianship Attorney
Karen provided services for obtaining a guardianship for my dad after he had a stroke. She got all the paperwork together quickly and had everything for the temporary guardianship in place within a week. She answered all my questions and made sure I understood my responsibilities as a guardian. When ...
Posted by Taylor Family | January 7, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent
Karen is a Excellent Lawyer very professional and tactful in her approach to our case she was very strategic in how she handled our case we are well pleased hire Karen porter you will not be disappointed.
Posted by Steven | February 17, 2023 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Positive experience
She was knowledgeable and helpful. She took the time and effort to understand my situation.
Posted by anonymous | February 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Mrs. Veronica Thomas
The communication was excellent. I was kept informed of every action. The process was explained to me. Everything was completely to my satisfaction. I will be specifically requesting Karen Porter for any of my needs she’s qualified to handle.
Karen Jackson Porter's Lawyer Endorsements
"This lawyer provides insightful guidance here on Avvo. I endorse this lawyer."
"Although I do not know Ms. Porter personally, I have read and learned from her responses on Avvo for a number of years. She is always professional, concise and knowledgeable. I have no doubt about her legal skills and would not hesitate to refer clients to her."
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"I have had the good fortune to work with Ms. Porter on a number of occasions. She is knowledgeable, diligent and easy to work with. I endorse Attorney Porter."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Ms. Porter for many years (too many to put down). She is a well regarded lawyer. If you have the opportunity hire her."
"I unreservedly endorse this lawyer. I have referred clients to Karen and they were overwhelming pleased. Moreover, Karen has counselled me on several occasions involving bankruptcy proceedings my firm or I inadvertently found ourselves entangled in. Karen is THE go to lawyer on the topic, bar none, having served as a Staff Attorney for many years in the Federal Bankruptcy Courts prior to private practice."
"I endorse this lawyer. I know she is very knowledgeable in bankruptcy and does an excellent job representing her clients."
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"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Karen displays that she is truly an expert in the bankuptcy field in her responses to posted questions on this site."
"Ms. Porter has given excellent and creative advise in her responses on Avvo. It is evident that she not only knows bankruptcy law, but knows its real world application and effectiveness to solve problems faced by those in distress. I wouldn't hesitate in referring clients to this attorney!"
"Ms. Porter is a highly experienced bankruptcy attorney in both consumer and business matters. I recommend her as an excellent attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Porter always comes highly recommended from other bankruptcy attorneys, and is one of my preferred referral attorneys for my clients that may need Chapter 11 bankruptcy representation."
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Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
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Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Michael Bane
Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer
David Leibowitz
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Eileen Letts
Contracts and agreements lawyer
Martin Greene
Commercial real estate lawyer
Michael Erde
Elder law lawyer
Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Principal Attorney, Porter Law Network
2016 - 2017
Guardian ad litem for Disabled Adults, Circuit Court Of Cook County, Probate Division
Associations
2013 - Present
National Association of Professional WomenVIP Member
2008 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association
2008 - Present
Chicago Bar Association
2015 - 2017
Union League Club of ChicagoPublic Affairs Committee Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Randolph/Ada, LLC
Case concluded after sale of project
Bucktown Station, LLC
Resolution reached with principal creditor
J, LLC
Resolution reached with principal lender
Education
1982
University of Michigan Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1979
Kean University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Chicago Chapter Event
Legal Tips for Start-Ups
2010
Chicago Bar Association, Asset Protection Committee
Bankruptcy Case Law Update
2008
Chicago Bar Association, Solo/Small Firm Practitioners Committee
Retainers vs Reasonableness
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
Karen earned significant contribution points in 2014.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Someone put a property in my name in Chicago and I have no idea what to do?
09 Sep 2017
Q&A
Can a debtor in possession in a Chapter 11 bankruptcy pay its President, who is also 100% owner, for services rendered?
08 Sep 2017
Q&A
I want to file bankruptcy, can I include a title loan.
13 Jul 2017