Atty. Michael James Swanson

Atty. Michael James Swanson

Michael James Swanson is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, family and 5 other areas of law. Michael has been licensed for 17 years.

Edwardsville Edwardsville 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael James Swanson at a glance

Michael James Swanson is a divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law attorney based in Edwardsville, Illinois. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2009). Educated at Saint Louis University School of Law (JD, 2009). Serands clients in Edwardsville, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael James Swanson is a lawyer practicing child custody, child support, family and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael has been licensed for 17 years
  • Michael practices in Edwardsville, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Swanson's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

Michael James Swanson is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Illinois →

Personal Injury

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.

Michael James Swanson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Illinois →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Michael James Swanson is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Illinois →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Michael James Swanson is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Illinois →

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 Edwardsville 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 Michael James Swanson

Where is Michael James Swanson's law office located?
Michael James Swanson's law practice is located in Edwardsville, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Swanson handle?
Michael James Swanson focuses on divorce, child custody, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Michael James Swanson practiced law?
Michael James Swanson has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Michael James Swanson go to law school?
Michael James Swanson earned their education at (JD, 2009).
How can I contact Michael James Swanson for a consultation?
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Education

JD
Saint Louis University School of Law
- 2009

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2009

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