William G. "Bill" Porter
About William G. Porter
William G. Porter is a lawyer based in Columbus, OH and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. William G. Porter is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Columbus, Ohio
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
Current Firm: Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP
Education: Case Western Reserve University, J.D., graduated 1984
Location: Columbus, OH
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