Josiah Swinney

Josiah Swinney

5.0
Rating: 6.8

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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Josiah Swinney's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

26 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Responsiveness

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...t 10 p.m., listened to my shaky explanation, and told me to breathe. He met me the next day, reviewed the police report, and spotted inconsistencies right away. In court, he was a bulldog—cross-examined the officer until the case unraveled. Charges dropped, record clean. This Indianapolis lawyer knows Indiana law like it’s his backyard, and he’s got a heart, too. He didn’t just save my future; he gave me hope when I had none. If you’re in trouble, Josiah’s the best attorney around—hands down.

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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Jacob Salathe

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 07

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"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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Experience

Rating:  6.8 (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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