Atty. Thomas Nye Swift

Atty. Thomas Nye Swift

Thomas Nye Swift is a lawyer practicing communications & media, entertainment, documented business relationships and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1973, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Chicago Chicago 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Thomas Nye Swift at a glance

Thomas Nye Swift is a Member based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Law Offices of Thomas Nye Swift. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Hawaii (1986) and Illinois (1987). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law (J.D., 1986) and Boston University (B.A., 1973). Active member of Hawaii State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Nye Swift is a lawyer practicing communications & media, entertainment, documented business relationships and 2 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1973, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Thomas practices at Law Offices of Thomas Nye Swift in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Nye Swift's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Nye Swift handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Nye Swift

Where is Thomas Nye Swift's law office located?
Thomas Nye Swift's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Law Offices of Thomas Nye Swift. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Nye Swift handle?
Thomas Nye Swift focuses on business, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Thomas Nye Swift practiced law?
Thomas Nye Swift has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Thomas Nye Swift go to law school?
Thomas Nye Swift earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Thomas Nye Swift for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Chicago-Kent College of Law
- 1986
B.A.
Boston University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Hawaii
Admitted: 1986
Illinois
Admitted: 1987

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