As a litigator, Ms. Porter has extensive trial experience in state and federal courts. Her practice concentrates on general civil, commercial and insurance defense cases. Ms. Porter is counsel for major insurers in a broad range of cases. She regularly defends companies and individuals in wrongful death, personal injury, catastrophic loss, oil field accidents, construction defects, premises liability, real estate, commercial, contractual, and transportation liability issues.
Ms. Porter also represents a number of companies and individuals in litigation involving various commercial, contractual, and real estate matters.
As a representative for governmental entities, Ms. Porter provides transactional and compliance counseling in a variety of matters, including contracts, leases, interlocal agreements, open records and open meetings as well as representing these entities in litigation. Ms. Porter also advises these entities regarding employment and privacy laws.
Ms. Porter also serves as general counsel for several local and regional community colleges, governmental entities, and businesses.
Education
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Westmont College, B.A., Philosophy and Economics, magna cum laude, 1994.
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Baylor University School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 1997; Baylor Law Review; Order of Barristers; National Mock Trial Team, National Semifinalist, 1997.
Professional Experience
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Wilson, Robertson & Cornelius, P.C., 2001-present. Shareholder.
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Smith County Assistant District Attorney, Tyler, Texas, 2000-2001; assigned as Attorney to the County Judge and County Commissioner's Court.
- Strasburger & Price, L.L.P, Dallas, Texas, 1997-2000.
Professional Activities & Affiliations
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Bar Admissions: State Bar of Texas, 1997; U.S. District Court for the Eastern and Northern Districts of Texas.
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Bar Associations: Smith County Bar Association;
Smith County Young Lawyers Association (Board of Directors, 2003-2004).
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Fellow, Texas Bar Foundation.
Community Involvement & Personal Interests
- Big Brothers and Sisters.
- First Presbyterian Church of Tyler
- Running and tennis.
