Atty. John Edwin Swisher
John Edwin Swisher is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, family law and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years.
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John Edwin Swisher is a Member based in St. Petersburg, Florida, practicing at John E. Swisher, P.A.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida (1976), U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth and Eleventh Circui (1976), and U.S. Supreme Court (1983). Educated at Stetson University (J.D., 1976) and Purdue University (B.S., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of St and Petersburg and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar (Member, Rules Committee, Family Law Section, 1987) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Pinellas County Trial Lawyers Association Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers. Serands clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Edwin Swisher is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal defense, family law and 2 other areas of law
- John received a B.S. degree from Purdue University in 1969, and has been licensed for 50 years
- John practices at John E. Swisher, P.A. in St. Petersburg, FL
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A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
John Edwin Swisher is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Florida →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
John Edwin Swisher is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Florida →
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
John Edwin Swisher is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →
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Why local counsel matters in Florida
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Petersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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