Atty. John L. Swartz

Atty. John L. Swartz

John L. Swartz is a lawyer practicing corporate law, real estate, bankruptcy public service and 3 other areas of law.

Springfield Springfield 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About John L. Swartz at a glance

John L. Swartz is an Of Counsel based in Springfield, Illinois, practicing at Giffin, Winning, Cohen & Bodewes, P.C.. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, zoning, and government. Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1971) and University of Illinois (B.A. Phi, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Springfield, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John L. Swartz is a lawyer practicing corporate law, real estate, bankruptcy public service and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Illinois in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • John practices at Giffin, Winning, Cohen & Bodewes, P.C. in Springfield, IL

Practice Areas Explained

John L. Swartz's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

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

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Land Use & Zoning

John L. Swartz is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Illinois →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John L. Swartz

Where is John L. Swartz's law office located?
John L. Swartz's law practice is located in Springfield, Illinois. The firm is Giffin, Winning, Cohen & Bodewes, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L. Swartz handle?
John L. Swartz focuses on business, real estate, zoning, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has John L. Swartz practiced law?
John L. Swartz has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did John L. Swartz go to law school?
John L. Swartz earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A. Phi, 1968).
How can I contact John L. Swartz for a consultation?
You can contact John L. Swartz 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 John L. Swartz received?
John L. Swartz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1971
B.A. Phi
University of Illinois
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

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