Profile Summary
About John A. A. Swift at a glance
John A. A. Swift is a Member based in Portland, Maine, practicing at Swift & Associates. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on divorce, personal injury, family law, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in Quebec (1962). Educated at McGill University (B.C.L., 1961) and Sir George Williams University (B.A., 1957). Active member of Montreal, Quebec and Canadian Bar Associations. Serands clients in Portland, ME and the surrounding metropolitan area.
Want to Get Service From This Attorney?
Sign up free and choose one of the two methods below.
Have a legal question? Sign up free, submit it through the Ask the Attorney module and receive a focused answer from a specialist.
- Free to ask a question
- Answers from specialist attorneys
- Optional private / anonymous question
Request an online video meeting or an in-person consultation at the attorney's office. Pick a time that works for you and share the details securely.
- Online video meeting
- In-person at the attorney's office
- Secure messaging and payment
About
- John A. A. Swift is a lawyer practicing corporate and commercial law, civil liability, professional negligence and 3 other areas of law
- John A. A. received a B.A. degree from Sir George Williams University in 1957, and has been licensed for 64 years
- John A. A. practices at Swift & Associates in Portland, ME
Practice Areas Explained
John A. A. Swift's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John A. A. Swift handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
John A. A. Swift is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Maine →
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.
John A. A. Swift is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Maine →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
John A. A. Swift is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Maine →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
John A. A. Swift is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Maine →
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
John A. A. Swift is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Maine →
Jurisdictional Context
Why local counsel matters in Maine
Practicing law in Maine. Legal matters in Maine 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 Maine state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maine 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 Maine courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Looking for additional Maine attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Portland or all attorneys in Maine.
Frequently Asked
Common questions about John A. A. Swift
Where is John A. A. Swift's law office located?
What practice areas does John A. A. Swift handle?
How long has John A. A. Swift practiced law?
Where did John A. A. Swift go to law school?
How can I contact John A. A. Swift for a consultation?
Practice Areas
Education
Bar Admissions
Reviews
No reviews yet.