Atty. James W. Swift

Atty. James W. Swift

James W. Swift is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business litigation, estate planning & probate and 4 other areas of law.

Middlebury Middlebury 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About James W. Swift at a glance

James W. Swift is a Partner based in Middlebury, Vermont, practicing at Langrock Sperry & Wool, LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in Vermont (1982). Educated at Northeastern University School of Law (J.D., 1982) and University of Vermont (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Vermont Bar Association The Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Middlebury, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James W. Swift is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business litigation, estate planning & probate and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices at Langrock Sperry & Wool, LLP in Middlebury, VT

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Swift's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

James W. Swift is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Vermont →

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.

James W. Swift is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Vermont →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James W. Swift is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Vermont →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James W. Swift is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Vermont →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James W. Swift is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Vermont →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James W. Swift

Where is James W. Swift's law office located?
James W. Swift's law practice is located in Middlebury, Vermont. The firm is Langrock Sperry & Wool, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Swift handle?
James W. Swift focuses on probate, personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Vermont.
How long has James W. Swift practiced law?
James W. Swift has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James W. Swift go to law school?
James W. Swift earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact James W. Swift for a consultation?
You can contact James W. Swift 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 James W. Swift received?
James W. Swift's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Northeastern University School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
University of Vermont
- 1978

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Vermont
Admitted: 1982

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