Atty. George E. Swegman
George Swegman is admitted to practice law in the District of Columbia and Maryland, the U.S. Court of Appeals in the District of Columbia and Maryland, as well as the U.S.
Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving Baltimore, MD · 51+ Years Experience
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About George E. Swegman at a Glance
George E. Swegman is an Attorney based in Baltimore, Maryland, practicing at The Law Offices of Peter T. Nicholl. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury and employment. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1975), District of Columbia (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit (1981), and U.S. Supreme Court (1981). Educated at Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law (J.D., 1975) and Pennsylvania State University (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Civil Liberties Union Association of Trial Lawyers of America District of Columbia Bar Association Maryland Association for Justice Maryland Bar Association. Serves clients in Baltimore, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About George E. Swegman
- George Swegman is admitted to practice law in the District of Columbia and Maryland, the U.S
- Court of Appeals in the District of Columbia and Maryland, as well as the U.S
- Supreme Court
- As an undergraduate, George received his Bachelor of Science from Pennsylvania State University in 1970, and his juris doctorate from Catholic University of America’s Columbus School of Law in 1975
- Prior to joining The Law Offices of Peter T. Nicholl, George worked for 28 years with the law firm Ashcraft & Gerel in Baltimore, Maryland
- Additionally, he worked for 5 years with the Merit Systems Protection Board
- Since joining the firm, Mr. Swegman has represented injured persons in lead paint poisoning cases against negligent landlords and property managers
- He also represents clients in unpaid overtime cases against employers under the Federal Labor Standards Act
- George is a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers in Maryland and the United States, Maryland Association for Justice, the Maryland Bar Association, and Citizens United
- He is also an AV Rated Attorney on Martindale-Hubbell’s Peer Review Ratings, marking the highest level of professional excellence
Practice Areas Explained
George E. Swegman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases George E. Swegman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Baltimore.
Personal Injury in Baltimore
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
George E. Swegman is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maryland →
Employment Law in Baltimore
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
George E. Swegman is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Maryland →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Baltimore
Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Baltimore are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland 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 Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Baltimore Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Baltimore-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 Baltimore Choose George E. Swegman
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 George E. Swegman's practice in the field of personal injury and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
George E. Swegman brings 51+ 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 Pennsylvania, District of Columbia, and U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia Circuit, George E. Swegman can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury and employment, George E. Swegman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Baltimore
A Baltimore-based practice means George E. Swegman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues George E. Swegman Handles in Baltimore
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