Gregory Scott Porter

PRO

Gregory Scott Porter

also known as Gregory S. Porter Esq.

4.7
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 28 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Tyler, TX
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury ... +12 more

3311 Woods Blvd., Tyler, TX

About Gregory

Biography

Greg Porter is a lawyer who protects all of us by enforcing the safety rules.

Practice Areas

15

Practice Areas

Animal and Dog Bites 7%

6 years

7%
Brain Injury 7%

6 years

7%
Car Accident 7%

6 years

7%
Criminal Defense 7%

7%
Defective and Dangerous Products 7%

6 years

7%
Life Insurance 7%

7%
Motorcycle Accident 7%

6 years

7%
Personal Injury 7%

Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

28 years

7%
Slip and Fall Accident 7%

6 years

7%
Spinal Cord Injury 7%

6 years

7%
Transportation 7%

7%
Trucking Accident 7%

6 years

7%
Violent Crime 7%

7%
Wrongful Death 7%

6 years

7%
Other 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 28 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1997

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

The Porter Law Firm, P.C.

3311 Woods Blvd., Tyler, TX, 75707

www.gregporterlaw.com

Gregory Scott Porter's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

5 star (6)
4 star (0)
3 star (1)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Jim | August 13, 2014

You want this man in your corner!

Mr Porter is an excellent technician of the law. He also represents his clients best interests in every sense of the word. He delivers accurate, "big picture" perspective and provides the no nonsense strategies in representing his client's interests. He has a quick wit and wonderful gift to set hi...s client's fears to rest during those first visits. His questions are on point and his attention to detail gave me confidence in his abilities as an attorney. Without specifics, my case which lasted over a year before it settled. Mr. Porter was steadfast, and resolved that we would prevail in a very tough case. His calm and self-confident demeanor was one of the things which encouraged me throughout the entire case. He gave me clear and unambiguous counsel and advice to kept me well informed over the entire period. He is very good at reading the "tea leaves" of correspondence regarding the case! Would I use him again, absolutely, in a heart-beat! You want this man in your corner!

Posted by anonymous | April 17, 2014

Highly recommend

Greg is the most knowledgable, trustworthy attorney I know. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking legal advice.

Posted by Terrie | January 17, 2013

East Texas Should Be Proud to Call Gregory Porter One of Their Own

Greg Porter is representing our family in three unique discrimination cases that involves a common employer. Our initial phone conversation with Mr. Porter immediately set us at ease as he explained the approach he would like to take to resolve these individual issues. With each meeting, we have be...en reassured that he is paying attention to the specific needs of each family member. Mr. Porter is prompt with his response to our questions both through phone conversations and through e-mails. He reviews personal documents quickly and always provides appropriate feedback. His willingness to resolve these situations with the least disruption to our family and his genuine concern for additional problems is reassuring. Greg is extremely patient as our family considers options that he has recommended and his ability to listen and really hear our concerns sets him apart from other lawyers. We have never felt rushed or that our case is not important to him. His extensive knowledge base and history in the courtroom assure us that our needs are being met under his expert leadership.

Posted by anonymous | January 15, 2013

Ethical and smart attorney

Greg handles cases with determination and 100% involvement. He clearly explains legal issues to a jury, is firm with cross-examinations, and professional at all times. Greg is very smart and knowledgeable of the law.

Posted by Denise | January 14, 2013

Legal Counsel

Mr. Gregory Porter was extremely professional, yet very personable when I hired him to advise me regarding a contract for the sale of my business. He took the time to ask me a lot of questions so that he could fully understand my concerns and my expectations. He was very thorough and concise in hi...s explanations to me regarding the law, and I felt that he was truly an advocate for me in my negotiations. I would definitely recommend him in the future to family and friends who need legal advice and/or representation.

See All Client Reviews

Gregory Scott Porter's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Gregory
John Russell Phenix headshot
John Phenix

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Greg is a fine, hardworking lawyer and will do you a good job."

Bruce David Bain headshot
Bruce Bain

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Greg is knowledgeable, aggressive and will take care of the complete legal issue for his client after a thorough analysis."

Kay Kidd Caserta headshot
Kay Caserta

Litigation lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked on an oil and gas matter with Greg in 2013. When it looked like the matter might be litigated, I brought Greg in to advise on several matters. He was very speedy and wise with all of his advice. The other side also knew of his excellent reputation in the courtroom and knew he would win if this went to trial. As a result, we were able to settle the matter with very favorable terms for my client."

Carlo D'Angelo headshot
Carlo D'Angelo

Lawsuits and disputes lawyer | May 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I went up against Mr. Porter in a boundary dispute trial. He is an excellent trial lawyer and very well versed in the rules of procedure. I gladly endorse Greg for his skills as a civil litigator."

Charles Lewis Ainsworth headshot
Charles Ainsworth

Litigation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Greg is one of the smartest lawyers I know. He is insightful and knows a lot about the law as well as having a good deal of common sense."

View All Endorsements
John Russell Phenix headshot
John Phenix

Personal injury lawyer

Andrew Korn headshot
Andrew Korn

Litigation lawyer

Kay Kidd Caserta headshot
Kay Caserta

Oil and gas lawyer

Carlo D'Angelo headshot
Carlo D'Angelo

Criminal defense lawyer

Bill D. Rosenstein headshot
Bill Rosenstein

Personal injury lawyer

Joseph Dean Murphy headshot
Joseph Murphy

Criminal defense lawyer

J. Scott Howard headshot
J. Howard

Personal injury lawyer

Sean W. Hester headshot
Sean Hester

Personal injury lawyer

Daryl L. Derryberry headshot
Daryl Derryberry

Personal injury lawyer

Earl A. Drott headshot
Earl Drott

Car accident lawyer

Kelly Brent Lea headshot
Kelly Lea

Personal injury lawyer

Matthew Boyd Flanery headshot
Matthew Flanery

Personal injury lawyer

Stephen M. Spitzer headshot
Stephen Spitzer

Litigation lawyer

Jeffrey Todd Embry headshot
Jeffrey Embry

Personal injury lawyer

Jill V. Hossley headshot
Jill Hossley

Personal injury lawyer

David E. Dobbs headshot
David Dobbs

Personal injury lawyer

Leigh Campbell Porter headshot
Leigh Porter

Education lawyer

Charles Lewis Ainsworth headshot
Charles Ainsworth

Intellectual property lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

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

2017

Board Certified in Civil Trial Advocacy, National Board of Trial Advocacy

2014

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Board Certified - Personal Injury Trial Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2012

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

Rising Star, Texas Monthly Magazine

2009

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2008

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2005

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2004

Thompson Reuters, Texas Super Lawyer - Rising Star

2004

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

1997

Cum Laude, Baylor Law School

1996

Baylor Law Review, Baylor Law School

1993

Phi Beta Kappa, Baylor University

1993

Cum Laude, Baylor University

N/A

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Shareholder, The Porter Law Firm, P.C.

1900 - Present

Member, Dobbs & Porter, PLLC

2002 - 2013

Attorney, Clark & Porter

2001 - 2002

Attorney, Mayo, Mendolia & Starr

2000 - 2001

Attorney, Buchanan & Kent

1998 - 2000

Attorney, Werstein & Wilson

1997 - 1998

Attorney, Cowles & Thompson, A Professional Corporation

Associations

2013 - Present

Smith County Bar Foundation

Fellow

2012 - Present

American Board of Trial Advocates

Advocate

2011 - Present

Honorable T. John Ward American Inn of Court

Member

2009 - Present

Bar Association of the Federal Fifth Circuit

Member

2008 - Present

Smith County Bar Association

Member

2008 - Present

Texas Bar Foundation

Member

1997 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2002 - 2003

Smith County Association of Young Lawyers

Director

Sample of Legal Cases

Cause No. 2009-737, Wood County Dist. Ct.

Judgment in favor of my client (Plaintiff).

Cause No. 56,561, Smith County CCL

Judgment in favor of my client (Plaintiff).

Civil Action No. 6:08CV388, U.S. Dist. Ct.

Judgment in favor of my client (Defendant).

Civil Action No. 6:07CV491, U.S. Dist. Ct.

Judgment in favor of my client (Defendant.)

Cause No. 2005-209, Panol County Dist. Ct.

Judgment in favor of my client (Defendant).

See More Legal Cases

Education

1997

Baylor University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1993

Baylor University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

1998

Law Firm Sponsored CLE

Employment Law

Languages

English

Activity

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution