Atty. Patrick Allen Swillinger

Atty. Patrick Allen Swillinger

Patrick Allen Swillinger is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense. Patrick received a degree from U of San Francisco SOL, San Francisco, CA, and has been licensed for 19 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 19 yrs experience 19 year
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About Patrick Allen Swillinger at a glance

Patrick Allen Swillinger is a criminal defense attorney based in San Francisco, California. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Admitted to practice in California (2007). Educated at University of San Francisco School of Law (Juris Doctor, 2007) and U of San Francisco SOL, San Francisco, CA Colby Coll, Waterville, ME (—). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Patrick Allen Swillinger is a lawyer practicing criminal law, criminal defense
  • Patrick received a degree from U of San Francisco SOL, San Francisco, CA, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Patrick practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick Allen Swillinger's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Where is Patrick Allen Swillinger's law office located?
Patrick Allen Swillinger's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick Allen Swillinger handle?
Patrick Allen Swillinger focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Patrick Allen Swillinger practiced law?
Patrick Allen Swillinger has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Patrick Allen Swillinger go to law school?
Patrick Allen Swillinger earned their education at (Juris Doctor, 2007); (—).
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Education

Juris Doctor
University of San Francisco School of Law
- 2007
U of San Francisco SOL, San Francisco, CA Colby Coll, Waterville, ME
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2007

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