Atty. Joseph Briggs Swartz

Atty. Joseph Briggs Swartz

Mr. Joseph Briggs Swartz is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax, trust and probate and 3 other areas of law.

Cleveland Cleveland 56 yrs experience 56 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph Briggs Swartz at a glance

Joseph Briggs Swartz is an Of Counsel based in Cleveland, Ohio, practicing at Weston Hurd LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and tax. Admitted to practice in Ohio United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio United States Court of Appeals, Sixth C (1970). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1970) and Middlebury College (B.A., 1963). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Associations •Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association•Chairman, Grievance Committee. Serands clients in Cleveland, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Joseph Briggs Swartz is a lawyer practicing estate planning, tax, trust and probate and 3 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Middlebury College in 1963, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • Joseph practices at Weston Hurd LLP in Cleveland, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph Briggs Swartz's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph Briggs Swartz

Where is Joseph Briggs Swartz's law office located?
Joseph Briggs Swartz's law practice is located in Cleveland, Ohio. The firm is Weston Hurd LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph Briggs Swartz handle?
Joseph Briggs Swartz focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Joseph Briggs Swartz practiced law?
Joseph Briggs Swartz has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did Joseph Briggs Swartz go to law school?
Joseph Briggs Swartz earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (B.A., 1963).
How can I contact Joseph Briggs Swartz for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph Briggs 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 Joseph Briggs Swartz received?
Joseph Briggs Swartz's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cornell University
- 1970
B.A.
Middlebury College
- 1963

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio United States District Court, Northern District of Ohio United States Court of Appeals, Sixth C
Admitted: 1970

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