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Kiara S. Swinton
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Biography
Attorney Swinton is a native of Portsmouth, Virginia and a graduate of the University of Virginia where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Political Philosophy, Policy and Law. She then graduated magna cum laude from Michigan State University College of Law where she focused on litigation.
As a law student, she excelled academically. As a member of the Moot Court Board, she achieved regional victories and national recognition; she was a member of the highly selective Geoffrey Fieger Trial Practice Institute, and also participated in Michigan State University’s Street Law Program where she taught legal concepts to high school students. During this time, she acquired skills in advocacy and case management as a law clerk and legal extern with Legal Services of South Central Michigan and the United States House of Representatives’ Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, respectively. After law school, Attorney Swinton acquired valuable experience as a criminal defense attorney with the Law Offices of Lavonda N. Graham-Williams, PLLC and Price Benowitz, LLP before founding the Law Office of K. S. Swinton, PLLC.
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Licensed in Virginia for 9 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2016
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Kiara Swinton Attorney at Law
1750 Tysons Blvd., Suite 1500, Mclean, VA, 22102
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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion
Posted by anonymous | February 09, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Helped My Family!
We are incredibly grateful for the help my husband and I received from Ms. Swinton. From the very beginning, Ms. Swinton was professional, responsive, and genuinely cared about the outcome of his case. She took the time to explain every step of the process in a way that made sense and always made us ...
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Replied last February 09, 2026It was my pleasure! Thank you very much for your review.
Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Heartfelt Thanks to Ms. Kiara Swinton
Ms. Kiara Swinton represented me in a shoplifting case in Arlington, Virginia, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better attorney. I had no experience with the legal system and felt extremely overwhelmed, but she explained everything to me clearly and with so much patience. She never made me fe...
Kiara Swinton
Replied last August 08, 2025Thank you very much for your kind review and I am elated that we were able to achieve the desired outcome in your case.
Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Supportive ally during a challenging time
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Kiara S. Swinton, Esq. for not only their exceptional legal skills but also her kindness and patience throughout my case. Her compassionate approach and willingness to patiently address my concerns made a stressful situation more manageable. Kiara S. Swinto...
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Replied last March 11, 2024Thank you for your kind review and for the chance to help with your case. I'm glad I was able to make a stressful process easier and genuinely wish you the best.
Posted by Reeci | March 14, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Highly Recommend
Ms. Swinton did a wonderful job handling my motor vehicle violation case. She was professional, caring, and timely with her responses. She took the time to understand all the details of my case and made it easy for me to understand as well. I highly recommend Ms. Swinton as she took the stress from m...
Posted by Veronique | February 26, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Mrs. Swinton was my Niece Attorney for the Charge of Underage DWI in Manassas VA
She was very patient and professional. She worked us through the process and gave us opportunities to ask questions and express our concerns as it was our first time dealing with such charges. She used her experience and professionalism to successfully conclude the case and the Charge of Underage DWI...
Kiara S. Swinton's Lawyer Endorsements
"A good criminal defense lawyer not only knows how to defend a case, but also has a good human touch. Kiara has both. As solo criminal defense practitioners, we sometimes need the assistance of colleagues to show up for us in court for handling procedural motions. When I put out feelers for who could do that for me at a courthouse that meets only once weekly, Kiara timely offered her assistance, and helped me excellently and without a hitch. It is clear that Kiara provides her clients with great and caring service. I recommend Kiara to those needing a criminal defense lawyer."
"I am happy to endorse Ms. Swinton. We are in several of the same legal associations and I find her to be a wonderful colleague who is giving of her time and expertise. We practice in different areas of the law and she has quickly become one of my go-to colleagues for criminal and traffic defense referrals."
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"I highly recommend Kiara. She is a phenomenally talented attorney that gets fantastic results for her clients whether it's by beating down the government at trial, or leveraging bad facts into favorable pleas for her clients. She shines in all aspects of litigation and is well respected throughout the courtrooms and courthouses of the Commonwealth of Virginia."
"Ms. Swinton is a driven attorney. Her commitment to justice is evident in her dealings with her clients and colleagues."
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"Kiara is a motivated criminal and traffic defense advocate who has a strong foundation of experience in Northern Virginia. She is willing to take on new cases in new places, and to pursue new forms of relief that conventional attorneys often do not bother with. She is also gracious with her clients, and a pleasure to interact with as a colleague. I endorse this lawyer."
"Kiara is a very knowledgeable and hard working attorney. She fights for her clients' rights and always keeps every angle of the case in mind. Her attention to detail and dedication towards her clients makes her an excellent attorney and one that any individual facing a crisis wants on their side."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
2018
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2018
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association
Work Experience
2019 - Present
Owner, Law Office of K. S. Swinton, PLLC
2018 - 2019
Attorney, Price Benowitz, LLP
2016 - 2018
Attorney, Law Offices of Lavonda N. Graham-Williams
Associations
2020 - Present
Virginia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Fairfax Bar AssociationMember
2017 - Present
Northern Virginia Black Attorneys AssociationMember
Education
2016
Michigan State University College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2013
University of Virginia
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
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What if I don’t remember hitting someone car but they do?
28 Sep 2021
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petite larceny human error at a store self check out. Banned from Store and charged with above. First offense no prior record.
10 Jun 2021
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Have a warrant, “bailee failure to return property >$200”, can I get this cleared without turning myself in or hiring a lawyer?
03 Jun 2021