Previous Law Firm Name

• Wharrie & Porter, P.A., April 1, 1993

Law Firm Overview

Michael W. Porter, Esquire, has been engaged in the practice of law primarily in the areas of Guardianship, Probate & Estate Administration, Trusts, Estate Planning, and Real Estate Law since his admission to the Florida Bar in 1986. He maintains strong community ties, and is committed to the pursuit of excellence.

Our staff communicates effectively and demonstrates the strictest personal and professional ethics as well as the utmost concern for our clients.

We utilize technology and cost-effective methods to provide legal services in a timely, client-oriented manner, and in a friendly, and professional environment. Our approach focuses on each client's background, needs, and goals, and we are committed to responding promptly to telephone calls, to reporting on cases regularly, and to minimizing and eliminating risk by informing clients of significant changes in the law.

Due to our experience, reputation, ability and diligence, in addition to our reliance upon a highly trained support staff, and the tools of technology, Michael W. Porter, P.A. is able to provide legal representation more efficiently and in less time than the average law firm.

Our dedication to quality, understanding of the law, trust, and respect are the foundation of our long-standing relationships with our clients and with the community.

Areas of Practice

• Guardianship 50%
• Estate Planning 20%
• Probate and Estate Administration 20%
• Real Estate 5%
• Health & Health Care Law 5%

Honors and Awards

• Sertoman of the Year, 1988 - 1989

Published Works

• Guardianship Court Documentation and Record Keeping, Pinellas County Guardian Association, Sept., 1999
• Termination of Florida Guardianships, St. Petersburg Junior College, Training Manuel, 2000

Classes and Seminars

• Numerous Guardian Seminars, Guardian Association of Pinellas County, Inc., 1989 - 2000
• Guardian Training, St. Petersburg Junior College, 1989 - 2000
• Advance Directives Seminars, Palms of Pasadena Hospital, 1993 - 2000

Pro Bono Activities

• Legal Representation of guardians of indigent wards of the court, 1987 - 2000
• Legal Advise to persons recovering from drug and alcohol abuse, 1987 - 2000

West Practice Categories

Estate Planning, Elder Law, Guardianships & Conservatorships, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney and Appointment, Trusts, Wills, Health & Health Care Law, Mental Health, Probate & Estate Administration, Estate Administration, Real Estate Law, Foreclosure & Alternatives, Residential Real Estate