Atty. Stephen C. Swain

Atty. Stephen C. Swain

Phi Delta Phi. Listed in: "Best Lawyers in America," 1992-2008.

Virginia Beach Virginia Beach 54 yrs experience 54 year
Call (757) 671-6037 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Stephen C. Swain at a glance

Stephen C. Swain is a Shareholder based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1972), North Carolina (1972), U.S. Claims Court, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth (1973), and U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of North Carolina (1996). Educated at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (J.D., 1972) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A. Liberal, 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Virginia Beach, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Phi Delta Phi
  • Listed in: "Best Lawyers in America," 1992-2008

Lecturer

  • NBI: "Definitive Guide to Settling Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Claims in Virginia," 2006
  • ALI, "Medical Evidence in Virginia Courts: Your Guide to Effective Use," 2005
  • ALI "Uninsured & Underinsured Coverage in Virginia," 2004
  • "Birth Injuries-Erb's Palsy Shoulder Dystocia, Legal Implications," Tidewater Erb's Palsy Support Group, 2002
  • ALI "Voir Dire for Personal Injury Actions," 1999
  • Tidewater Nursing Association, "Nursing Liability Pitfalls," 1998
  • Member, Virginia Beach Human Rights Commission, 1993-1995
  • Director, South Trust Bank, 1994-2004

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen C. Swain's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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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.

Stephen C. Swain is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Product Liability

Stephen C. Swain is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Stephen C. Swain

Where is Stephen C. Swain's law office located?
Stephen C. Swain's law practice is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen C. Swain handle?
Stephen C. Swain focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Stephen C. Swain practiced law?
Stephen C. Swain has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Stephen C. Swain go to law school?
Stephen C. Swain earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A. Liberal, 1969).
How can I contact Stephen C. Swain for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen C. Swain 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 Stephen C. Swain received?
Stephen C. Swain's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1972
B.A. Liberal
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1972
North Carolina
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Claims Court, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of North Carolina
Admitted: 1996
South Carolina
Admitted: 2005

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