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Atty. Caroline Swift Platt

Atty. Caroline Swift Platt

Caroline Swift Platt is a lawyer practicing appeals, criminal defense, constitutional and 3 other areas of law. Caroline received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1996, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Alexandria Alexandria 22 yrs experience 22 year
Call (571) 670-6479 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Caroline Swift Platt at a glance

Caroline Swift Platt is an Off. of the Fed. Pub. Def. based in Alexandria, Virginia. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (2004), District of Columbia (2004), and California (2023). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 2003) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Alexandria, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Caroline Swift Platt is a lawyer practicing appeals, criminal defense, constitutional and 3 other areas of law
  • Caroline received a B.A. degree from Georgetown University in 1996, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Caroline practices in Alexandria, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Caroline Swift Platt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Caroline Swift Platt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Alexandria are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Caroline Swift Platt

Where is Caroline Swift Platt's law office located?
Caroline Swift Platt's law practice is located in Alexandria, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Caroline Swift Platt handle?
Caroline Swift Platt focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Caroline Swift Platt practiced law?
Caroline Swift Platt has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Caroline Swift Platt go to law school?
Caroline Swift Platt earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Caroline Swift Platt for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 2003
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2004
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004
California
Admitted: 2023

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