Atty. Jacqueline Swanson

Atty. Jacqueline Swanson

Jacqueline Swanson is a law partner at Graves & Swanson LLC in Portland, Oregon. Jackie’s practice centers on the provision of holistic representation of injured individuals seeking redress through the civil justice system, including personal injury and family law.

Portland Portland 12 yrs experience 12 year
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Profile Summary

About Jacqueline Swanson at a glance

Jacqueline Swanson is a personal injury, family law, and employment attorney based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Graves & Swanson LLC. They have 12+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2014. Admitted to practice in Oregon (2014). Educated at Lewis & Clark College (J.D., 2013) and University of California - San Diego (—, 2009). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Family Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Employee (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jacqueline Swanson is a law partner at Graves & Swanson LLC in Portland, Oregon
  • Jackie’s practice centers on the provision of holistic representation of injured individuals seeking redress through the civil justice system, including personal injury and family law
  • Jackie has dedicated her career to fighting for survivors of sexual, domestic and gendered violence
  • Her prior work as a sexual assault victim advocate propelled her to attend law school in order to vindicate the rights of crime victims
  • In her free time, Jackie engages in pro bono legislative and public policy work on behalf of victims and survivors in Oregon and across the nation
  • Through this volunteer citizen advocacy, Jackie has contributed to numerous successful legislative efforts, such as eliminating the backlog and mandating testing of sexual assault forensic evidence kits (“SAFE kits” or “rape kits”) and extending the civil and criminal statutes of limitation in cases involving sexual abuse

Practice Areas Explained

Jacqueline Swanson's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

Practicing law in Oregon. Legal matters in Oregon are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Portland are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oregon state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oregon 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 Oregon courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jacqueline Swanson

Where is Jacqueline Swanson's law office located?
Jacqueline Swanson's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Graves & Swanson LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jacqueline Swanson handle?
Jacqueline Swanson focuses on personal injury, family law, employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Jacqueline Swanson practiced law?
Jacqueline Swanson has 12+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2014.
Where did Jacqueline Swanson go to law school?
Jacqueline Swanson earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (—, 2009).
How can I contact Jacqueline Swanson for a consultation?
You can contact Jacqueline Swanson directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jacqueline Swanson received?
Jacqueline Swanson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Family Law; Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Employee; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation.

Education

J.D.
Lewis & Clark College
- 2013
University of California - San Diego
- 2009

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Family Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor and Employment Law - Employee
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers - Rising Stars, 2021
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star Award - Lewis & Clark Recent Graduate Council, 2017
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Kelly W. G. Advocacy Award - Sparks of Hope, 2016
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Hon. Darleen Ortega Outstanding Mentor Award - Lewis & Clark Law School, 2015
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 2014

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