Atty. Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford

Atty. Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford

Samuel E. Swafford is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law.

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Profile Summary

About Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford at a glance

Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford is a real estate and zoning attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Taft. Educated at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law (J.D., 2010). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026). Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Samuel E. Swafford is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law
  • Samuel E., who practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana, has been recognized since 2026
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Samuel E. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Indiana →

Land Use & Zoning

Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford

Where is Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford's law office located?
Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Taft. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford handle?
Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford focuses on real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
Where did Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford go to law school?
Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford earned their education at (J.D., 2010).
How can I contact Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford for a consultation?
You can contact Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford 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 Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford received?
Samuel E. "Sam" Swafford's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law; Best Lawyers in America — in America; Best Lawyers in America — from 2023-2025 for work in:; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law - 2025.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law
- 2010

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2023-2025 for work in:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law - 2025
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law - 2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law - 2023
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026

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