Josiah Swinney

Josiah Swinney

5.0
Rating: 6.5

Licensed for 7 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Indianapolis, IN
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals, Personal Injury, Car Accidents

951 North Delaware Street, Indianapolis, IN

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Licenses

Licensed in Indiana for 7 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2018

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Josiah Swinney Criminal Attorney and Constitutional Rights Lawyer

951 North Delaware Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202

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5.0 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | General Knowledge

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...er Indianapolis area, especially when it comes to complex and high-stakes cases. From the very beginning, their professionalism, integrity, and deep legal knowledge stood out. Communication was clear, timely, and compassionate throughout the entire process. They took the time to truly understand my case, listen to my concerns, and explain every step in a way that made me feel informed and empowered. What really set them apart was their empathy and genuine care. They didn’t treat me like just another case—they treated me like a person, and that made all the difference. Their strategic thinking and courtroom skill were incredibly effective, and the results exceeded my expectations. If you are facing a serious legal challenge in Hamilton County or anywhere in the Indianapolis region, you want this team by your side. Highly recommended—five stars all the way.

Posted by Robert | May 06, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Thank You!!

Josiah is an incredible attorney who helped me save my rental property in Indiana from being seized due to an old lien. I'm retired and rely on that income, so losing it would have devastated me. He researched decades of records, confirmed the lien was paid, and fought hard in court through months of... delays. He patiently explained Indiana’s confusing forfeiture laws. If you're facing similar issues in Indianapolis, I highly recommend him.

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... always honest, communicative, and fully invested in achieving the best outcome possible. I’m incredibly grateful for his hard work and would recommend him without hesitation to anyone in need of legal representation.

Posted by Andrea | February 22, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Top tier

Josiah is not only top tier but the cream of the crop. He handled a case that was not only complex, but sensitive as well. If he didn’t l ow the answer, he’d research it and give you an answer whether it was good, bad or indifferent. Given the intricacies of this case, we couldn’t have really asked... for a better outcome. Would absolutely recommend.

Posted by Shalena | January 06, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

If you want to win hire Swinney!!!

I honestly couldn’t of asked for a better lawyer for my case ! I was blessed with Josiah , very professional , super nice , knows the law like the back of his hand , very VERY intelligent! He’s always there for you wether he’s on vacation or working !! If you want to win I’d highly recommend Josiah ...Swinney!! I promise you won’t regret it !

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Experience

Rating:  6.5 (Good)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Education

2018

William McKinley School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2015

Indiana University-Bloomington

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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