Atty. Thomas Michael Swiss

Atty. Thomas Michael Swiss

Thomas Michael Swiss is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Loyola University - Chicago, IL, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Chicago Chicago 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Thomas Michael Swiss at a glance

Thomas Michael Swiss is a criminal defense attorney based in Chicago, Illinois. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1979). Educated at Lewis University J.D. (—) and Loyola University - Chicago, IL B.A. (—). Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Michael Swiss is a lawyer practicing criminal defense law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Loyola University - Chicago, IL, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Thomas practices in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Michael Swiss's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Michael Swiss 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 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 Chicago 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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Thomas Michael Swiss's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Thomas Michael Swiss focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Michael Swiss practiced law?
Thomas Michael Swiss has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
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Practice Areas

Education

Lewis University J.D.
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Loyola University - Chicago, IL B.A.
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Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1979

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