Atty. Marji Swanson

Atty. Marji Swanson

Marji Swanson is a lawyer practicing municipal law, civil practice, criminal prosecution. Marji received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years.

Joliet Joliet 26 yrs experience 26 year
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Profile Summary

About Marji Swanson at a glance

Marji Swanson is an Associate based in Joliet, Illinois, practicing at McKeown, Fitzgerald, Zollner, Buck, Hutchison & Ruttle. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2000) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (2000). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 2000) and Illinois State University (B.S., 1996). Active member of Will County and Illinois State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Joliet, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Marji Swanson is a lawyer practicing municipal law, civil practice, criminal prosecution
  • Marji received a B.S. degree from Illinois State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Marji practices at McKeown, Fitzgerald, Zollner, Buck, Hutchison & Ruttle in Joliet, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Marji Swanson's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Joliet 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 Marji Swanson

Where is Marji Swanson's law office located?
Marji Swanson's law practice is located in Joliet, Illinois. The firm is McKeown, Fitzgerald, Zollner, Buck, Hutchison & Ruttle. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marji Swanson handle?
Marji Swanson focuses on criminal defense, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Marji Swanson practiced law?
Marji Swanson has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Marji Swanson go to law school?
Marji Swanson earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.S., 1996).
How can I contact Marji Swanson for a consultation?
You can contact Marji Swanson 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.

Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 2000
B.S.
Illinois State University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 2000

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