James R. Swanson

Background

Swanson, James R. was born on May 13, 1953 in Moline, Illinois, United States.

Education

University of Kentucky (Bachelor of Arts, 1974). Washington & Lee University (Juris Doctor, 1978). Phi Beta Kappa. Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney, Roanoke County, Virginia.

Career

Worked at Phillips and Swanson (Salem, Virginia) specializing in General Civil and Criminal Practice, Domestic Relations, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury, Corporate and Probate Law. Admitted to the bar, 1978, Virginia and United States. District Court, Western District of Virginia.

Phi Beta Kappa.

Assistant Commonwealth"s Attorney, Roanoke County, Virginia. Member: Salem-Roanoke County (President, 1985-1986), Virginia State and American Bar Associations. Virginia State Bar; Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.

Achievements

• James R. Swanson has been listed as a reputable lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell.

Membership

Member: Salem-Roanoke County (President, 1985-1986), Virginia State and American Bar Associations. Virginia State Bar; Virginia Trial Lawyers Association.