Experience is our edge.

Five Decades of Client-Focused Litigation Excellence.

Five Decades of
Client-Focused
Litigation Excellence.

Expert Legal Guidance, Results that Matter.

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Our edge leads to case victories. The extensive experience and deep knowledge of the legal system held by our attorneys have led to successful outcomes for our clients.

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Litigation Experience in 12 Civil Practice Areas.

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Our edge spans across 12 civil practice areas. Our attorneys specialize in their respective fields and bring the strength of the firm’s 50 years of experience to defend your case.

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Our Philosophy

Porter Scott was founded on a simple but powerful belief: clients should be treated like family, and exceptional service and results should always come first.

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Our People

Our core philosophy deeply drives the committed team at Porter Scott in every aspect of the work we deliver to our clients.

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News

Porter Scott Turns 50!

Porter Scott proudly celebrates 50 years of dedicated litigation service in Sacramento, California.

ABOTA Elects New Member: Chad Tapp

We proudly welcome Chad Tapp to our roster of American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) attorneys.

Carl Calnero: Four Decades of Advocacy Close with a Quiet Exit and Lasting Legacy

After an incredible career, we are proud to celebrate the retirement of Carl Calnero.

Porter Scott Names Three New Partners in 2025

Porter Scott added three new partners to their partnership group. Dylan DeWit, Matthew Gross, and Cassandra “CJ” Ninke have all been elevated to shareholder status as of January 1, 2025…

Porter Scott in Comstock’s Magazine

Established in 1976, Porter Scott Attorneys has moved after 40 years on University Avenue. The firm’s focus on civil litigation sets it apart from other firms. The attorneys handle all aspects of civil litigation…

Jon Corr Elected to ABOTA

Porter Scott is pleased to announce that this week Jon Corr was elected as a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA). Since 1958, ABOTA has worked to advance the civil jury trial…

Chad Tapp elected to firm’s Board of Directors

The partners are proud to announce that Chad Tapp was unanimously elected to the firm’s Board of Directors. Chad started at the firm as an associate and became a partner through hard work and determination..

Porter Scott is excited to announce the addition of its newest shareholder, Jihan El Saouda

Jihan, originally born in Australia, was raised in Lebanon. Despite an early fascination with medicine, after witnessing injustice and seeing firsthand the unequal treatment of women in Lebanon, Jihan realized that her calling was to become a lawyer…

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HEADQUARTERS: SACRAMENTO, CA
Porter Scott is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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