Atty. Eric Robert Swanson
Eric Robert Swanson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance litigation, business litigation and 1 other area of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Joliet, IL · 33+ Years Experience
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About Eric Robert Swanson at a Glance
Eric Robert Swanson is a Member based in Joliet, Illinois, practicing at Law Office of Eric R. Swanson. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1993) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar (2001). Educated at Valparaiso University (J.D. Political, 1993) and Valparaiso University (B.A. Political, 1990). Active member of Lead Counsel, Will County and Illinois State Bar Associations Capital Litigation Bar. Serves clients in Joliet, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Robert Swanson
- Eric Robert Swanson is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance litigation, business litigation and 1 other area of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Valparaiso University in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Eric practices at Law Office of Eric R. Swanson in Joliet, IL
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Eric Robert Swanson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Robert Swanson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Joliet.
Criminal Defense in Joliet
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Business & Corporate Law in Joliet
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Civil Litigation in Joliet
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Insurance Law in Joliet
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Joliet
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Joliet are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Joliet Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Joliet-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Joliet Choose Eric Robert Swanson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric Robert Swanson's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, litigation, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Robert Swanson brings 33+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois including Trial Bar, Eric Robert Swanson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and litigation, Eric Robert Swanson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Joliet
A Joliet-based practice means Eric Robert Swanson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric Robert Swanson Handles in Joliet
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