Atty. R Alan Swanson

Atty. R Alan Swanson

R Alan Swanson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, insurance defense and 12 other areas of law. R received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Olympia Olympia 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About R Alan Swanson at a glance

R Alan Swanson is a Member based in Olympia, Washington, practicing at Swanson Law Firm, PLLC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on wills, contracts, probate, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Washington (1975). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 1975) and University of Washington (B.A. Social, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Thurston County (President, 1986-1987) and Washington State Bar Associations Association of Insurance Attorneys Washington Association of Defense Counsel Washington State Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Olympia, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • R Alan Swanson is a lawyer practicing personal injury, civil litigation, insurance defense and 12 other areas of law
  • R received a B.A. degree from University of Washington in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • R practices at Swanson Law Firm, PLLC in Olympia, WA

Practice Areas Explained

R Alan Swanson's Areas of Practice

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

Wills

R Alan Swanson is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Washington →

Contracts

R Alan Swanson is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Washington →

Probate

R Alan Swanson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Washington →

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.

R Alan Swanson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

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.

R Alan Swanson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about R Alan Swanson

Where is R Alan Swanson's law office located?
R Alan Swanson's law practice is located in Olympia, Washington. The firm is Swanson Law Firm, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R Alan Swanson handle?
R Alan Swanson focuses on wills, contracts, probate, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has R Alan Swanson practiced law?
R Alan Swanson has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did R Alan Swanson go to law school?
R Alan Swanson earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A. Social, 1970).
How can I contact R Alan Swanson for a consultation?
You can contact R Alan 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.
What awards or recognition has R Alan Swanson received?
R Alan Swanson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 1975
B.A. Social
University of Washington
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1975

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