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Josiah Swinney is an accomplished trial lawyer handling cases involving complex criminal allegations. Whether at the trial level or taking over for an appeal, he has represented high-profile matters that have generated public attention and secured successful results for his clients. Josiah's work has earned him the distinction of being selected to Super Lawyers® Rising Stars in 2022, 2023, and 2024. This distinction recognizes the top 2.5 percent of attorneys under 40 based on a formula from Thomson Reuters, a database tracking cases across the United States on the Westlaw legal database. Josiah graduated with honors from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law. He began his legal career clerking for Solicitor General Thomas M. Fisher. Josiah most enjoyed drafting for multiple cases litigated in the Supreme Court of the United States, one of which went to oral argument. In addition to the high-profile cases under the Solicitor General, Josiah would advise the Indiana Attorney General about whether Indiana should join cases in other states and federal circuits. Because of Josiah’s success during this clerkship, he earned the esteemed position of Deputy Attorney General, serving his community. Josiah currently practices in trial courts across Indiana, the Court of Appeals, and the Indiana Supreme Court. You can find his many published wins on Casetext or Westlaw.
Josiah Swinney practices in the entire state of Indiana, including Marion County, Hamilton County, Hendricks County, Boone County, Monroe County, Madison County, Johnson County, Jefferson County, Hancock County, Shelby County, Greenfield, Bloomington, Noblesville, Carmel, and Fishers.
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Acquired: 2018
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951 North Delaware Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202
26 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Chanda | November 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
“Compassionate, Dedicated, and Highly Skilled”
I cannot thank Attorney Josiah Sweeney enough for what he did for our family. My husband Terrance was facing a serious charge for a crime he did not commit, and there was even an out-of-state warrant hanging over him. We were scared and felt completely defeated, but Josiah stepped in with calm confid...
Posted by Alejandro | July 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Outstanding Defense Representation – Highly Recommended!
Outstanding Defense Representation – Highly Recommended! I cannot say enough good things about the legal team at Josiah Swinney Criminal Attorney, Forfeiture Lawyer, Appeals & Personal Injury, Indianapolis, IN. They are without a doubt the best defense attorneys in Hamilton County and the great...
Posted by Lacey | April 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
The Best Defense Attorney Around!
Josiah is a highly skilled and dedicated criminal defense attorney. From day one, he took the time to listen to my concerns, thoroughly review my case, and build a strong defense strategy. His calm demeanor and confidence in the courtroom gave me peace of mind during a very difficult time. Josiah was...
Posted by Louis | April 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best forfeiture attorney in Indiana
Josiah Swinney is the criminal defense attorney you want in Indiana. I’ll never forget the night I got pulled over in Indianapolis—cops claimed I had drugs in my car, but it was my cousin’s mess, not mine. I was terrified, facing jail time and losing my job as a delivery driver. Josiah took my call a...
Posted by India | January 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney
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Josiah is the best! He really does everything he can to help people in any situation. He's very down to earth, kind and understanding. Best lawyer I've ever come across
"Josiah consistently demonstrates a strong command of criminal defense work, with a clear ability to analyze complex cases and develop effective legal strategies. His attention to detail and thorough case preparation have contributed to positive outcomes, reflecting both his dedication and professional competence. Josiah approaches each matter with a high level of integrity and commitment, ensuring that clients receive thoughtful and well-reasoned representation. His work ethic, combined with his expertise in criminal defense, makes him a valuable asset to his clients."
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2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
JD - Juris Doctor
2015
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English