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William W. Swor is a highly rated and peer reviewed criminal defense expert with 43 years experience in private practice. He is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (Board of Directors), and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
He was elected a Fellow on the American Board of Criminal Lawyers, and is recognized, in the Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, 2002-2017. He has also been recognized as an AV rated attorney by Martindale-Hubbell for fifteen years running.
William Swor is the recipient of the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan Justice for All Award in 2004, the National Lawyers Guild Defender of Justice Award in 2005, and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Against all Odds Award.
Mr. Swor is the author of “Defending the Non-Citizen, The Anti- Terrorism and Effective Death Penalty Act,” Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan, April 1997. He also serves as faculty for the Advanced Training Seminars of the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan from 1993-present and the Trial Practice College of CDAM, 2004-2005.
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State: Michigan
Acquired: 1972
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 1989
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2450 Guardian Building, 500 Griswold Street, Detroit, MI, 48226
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Posted by Kem | June 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I have had the best of intentions to share the great experience I had dealing with Mr Swor and his team. After being aquitted, it has taken time to try and get my life back to what it used to be. That being said, as I continue to get back on my feet, I will forever be greatful. I retained Mr Willa...
Posted by David | October 28, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Swor was my court appointed legal counsel. It was my great good fortune to have him represent me. I was kept apprised at all times of what was going on. He was always approachable and immediately responsive. Because of his efforts, the outcome was as good as I had hoped. Trust in him is in...
Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2015 | Hired Attorney
I decided to visit family in a city nearby Detroit. When driving to their home, a police officer pulled me over claiming that she believed I was under the influence. I let her search my car and cooperated with her by conducting a field sobriety exam. To make a long story short, a crumb of marijuana, ...
Posted by anonymous | May 18, 2015
Even being overworked as he seems at times he still puts his clients first like family! Definitely one of the BEST Attorneys in the business & worth every penny!! I wouldn't be here myself free and able to be with my family w/o Mr.Swor!!
Posted by D | March 26, 2015
I am a free man because of Bill Swor. I was facing very serious charges that carried life in prison, but Bill believed in my innocence and fought diligently for it through motions and arguments that just kept chipping away at the prosecution's theory. Bill sought out the best experts to testify. At t...
"One of the best Attorneys in the country. Bill gives his spare time to teach trial techniques to new Attorneys and is a mentor to many newer Attorneys honing their skills for their clients."
"Mr. Swor is a zealous advocate for his clients. His knowledge, skill, and legal acumen are very impressive. Not only is Bill a brilliant lawyer but he obtains excellent outcomes for his clients, and it is very obvious that he truly cares about them. He is also an invaluable asset to young attorneys, such as myself. Bill Swor receives my highest recommendation. If you're facing serious criminal charges, you want Bill in your corner."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been sharing office space with Mr. Swor for the past few years. He is an excellent attorney. I have gone to him for questions and advise many times, and he has always been more than willing to help. I have always found his input to be very valuable."
"Mr. Swor is an excellent attorney. He knows the law well and works very hard on behalf of his clients to obtain the best possible results."
"I've seen first-hand what Bill Swor can do in a courtroom. I put him up there with the very best. He knows the law, he has a wealth of experience second to none, and he is a natural when advocating in a courtroom for his client."
"Attorney Swor is one of the Attorneys I looked up to when I started to practice law in 1998. I have observed his dedication to his clients and the commitment to finding justice and truth throughout the years. Attorney Swor truly knows the ins and outs of Cases when someone is wrongfully accused. He is respected in the judicial system and is a true warrior for the innocent in both State and Federal Court. I endorse and recommend Attorney Swor."
"Bill is a caring genuine, passionate, experienced lawyer who devotes himself to his work in the pursuit of justice for his clients. He has a breadth of experience that makes a substantive positive impact on his clients lives."
"William Swor is an outstanding attorney. Mr. Swor has a wealth of experience that he uses to quickly and efficiently evaluate his clients' cases. He then takes pains to defend his client's constitutional rights. Mr. Swor works well with his clients and does everything within his power to meet their goals. Beyond that, Mr. Swor is an attorney who does not fear trials. His careful preparation, experience and intuition makes him a winner in the courtroom. Clients should have full confidence that no one else can do a better job of protecting their freedom."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 1989.
Reprimand, probation issued in MI, 1989
updated on 03/10/2010Reprimand means the attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. While on probation, the State monitors the attorney's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
2020
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell®
2018
Certificate of Exceptional Achievement, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
2017
Right to Counsel Award, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
2014
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
The Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Criminal Justice Act Recognition, United States District Court EDM
2011
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Legal Professional of the Year, American Arab Chamber of Commerce
2010
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Rodney Thaxton "Against All Odds Award", Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, Miami Chapter
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Bernard Gottfried Award, ACLU of Michigan, Detroit Chapter
2005
Defender of Justice Award, National Lawyers Guild
2004
Justice for All Award, Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan
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AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1972 - Present
Founder and Principal, William W. Swor & Associates
1900 - Present
Principal, William W. Swor
2011 - Present
ACLU of MichiganAdvisory Board
2006 - Present
American Board of Criminal LawyersPresident-Elect
2000 - Present
Criminal Defense Attorneys of MichiganDirector
1980 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1980 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
1980 - Present
American Arbitration AssociationMember
1976 - Present
Detroit Metropolitan Bar AssociationMember
1973 - Present
Macomb County Bar AssociationMember
1972 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
All charges against Mr. Swor's client were dismissed
Clients pled to less serious violations
Client found not guilty
All Charges Were Dismissed
All Charges Were Dismissed
1972
JD - Juris Doctor
1969
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2013
NSA Wiretapping, the Patriot Act and Defending Your Client
2012
Constitution and Citizenship
2012
Immigration & Economics
2008
Government Domestic Spying Programs
1997
Spanish
Arabic
Legal Answers
Can I be charged with anything?
10 Mar 2018
Why does a conviction still come up on my background check even though it was reversed by an appellate court?
17 Feb 2017
For a 12 month federal sentence with 1 year supervised release how much imprisonment time will someone serve?
05 Nov 2014