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Valerie Floyd Portner

Portner & Shure, P.A. | Portner & Sure, P.A. • Columbia, MD
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(855) 446-2107
Address
Columbia, MD, US

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About

**Valerie Floyd Portner, Esq.** *Columbia, MD* *Portner & Shure, P.A.* Valerie Floyd Portner is a distinguished attorney with over 35 years of legal experience, licensed to practice in Maryland and Washington, D.C. since 1988. As a vital member of Portner & Shure, P.A., Valerie specializes in personal injury and insurance law, bringing a unique perspective to her practice. Recently recognized as one of the Top 100 National Trial Lawyers, she plays a crucial role in the firm’s larger personal injury cases, providing invaluable insights drawn from her extensive background in insurance defense. Valerie's legal journey began in Baltimore, where she graduated from Randallstown High School. She earned her undergraduate degree from the prestigious Johns Hopkins University and obtained her law degree from the University of Maryland. Her early career included a notable clerkship for Judge Robert Karwacki at the Maryland Court of Special Appeals, followed by six years at Venable, Baetjer, and Howard, Maryland's largest law firm at the time. Valerie then transitioned to an in-house legal role at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, where she honed her skills in a corporate environment. Balancing her legal career with raising three children, Valerie made the strategic decision to join Portner & Shure. She continues to contribute significantly to firm operations, advising the marketing department and assisting with personnel management. Her commitment to excellence is reflected in her Top Superb 10.0 rating on AVVO. Outside of her practice, Valerie is an active supporter of her children's education and sports endeavors, with two of her children competing at the Division I level at Georgetown and Davidson. Valerie Floyd Portner’s dedication to her clients and community makes her a trusted advocate in the fields of personal injury and insurance law.

About Personal Injury Law

Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.

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Credentials

Education
1988 Unversity of MD Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1988 Johns Hopkins University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English | Chinese, Xiang | Japanese | Spanish | Korean | Vietnamese

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2018 Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers 2018 Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys 2015 Litigator Award, Trial Lawyers Board of Regents 2014 Top Contributor, AVVO 2013 Outstanding Customer Service, IGCS Platinum Seal
Publications
2014 Portner & Shure, P.A. Two Reasons Why You Need an Experienced Maryland and Virginia Workers' Compensation Lawyer
Associations
2014 - Present Criminal Trial Lawyers Association Member 2014 - Present National Trial Lawyers Association - Medical Malpractice Trial Lawyers Association Member 2014 - Present Workers Compensation Trial Lawyers Association Member 1988 - Present Maryland State Bar Association Member
Updated: Mar 22, 2026