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David Swaim is Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has been the Managing Partner of Tidwell, Swaim & Farquhar since 1991.
Over the course of his career, David has successfully represented over 25,000 clients in immigration proceedings covering all areas of immigration law. David is known for developing many of the most innovative techniques for H-1 and labor certification cases, as well as creating immigration procedures at dozens of companies throughout the United States.
David has served employers of all sizes, from start-ups to Fortune 100 companies in all industries, including technology, research, accounting, architecture, education, marketing/advertising, communications, healthcare and engineering. As a result, he has represented an array of employers in the I-9 audit process (as well as other employment-based audits) including the establishment of I-9 compliance policies and programs, employer-initiated audits to test compliance and actual audits conducted by the government.
David is among a select few attorneys in Texas authorized to represent both the University of Texas System and the Texas A&M System. He also exclusively represents many other colleges and universities such as Baylor University and Texas Christian University.
Criminal defense attorneys throughout Texas rely on David for client issues involving crimes committed by foreign nationals, which include consultations throughout the criminal process for immigration consequences, representation in Immigration Court for individuals with past criminal charges or convictions, and habeas corpus relief in State and Federal Court for past criminal conduct. David has either personally represented or supervised cases for over 6,000 individuals in removal/deportation proceedings, asylum, adjustment of status, cancellation of removal and other applications for relief from deportation.
Since 1991, David has supervised every deportation case handled by the Firm and remains the responsible attorney for all deportation/removal cases and all cases involving litigation, including: administrative appeals, actions in Federal Courts, case negotiations with ICE and USCIS and applications for relief such as asylum, adjustment of status, cancellation of removal, and other complex litigation issues.
“I pursued Immigration Law because it is one of only two areas of practice in U.S. law that deals primarily with people and not money. I enjoy the opportunity to deal directly with people and have a real, positive impact on their lives and their families’ lives. And, a unique aspect of immigration law is that our opponent on every case is the Federal Government. There is a special feeling when you are able to overcome the power and resources of the Federal Government, whether the Immigration Service, Department of Labor or U.S. State Department, to force the Government to follow the law and treat people fairly and justly.”
Accomplishments
Successfully represented over 5,000 individuals in family immigration cases and naturalization/U.S. citizenship matters.
Successfully represented thousands of new U.S. citizens through the entire naturalization/citizenship process including many complex cases involving criminal backgrounds, false document claims, and underlying problems with the original grant of permanent residence.
Provided over 300 immigration seminars to international students and faculty at colleges, universities, and seminaries in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico and Mississippi.
Board Certified in Immigration and Nationality Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization since 1991.
Licensed in the State of Texas to practice in all state courts, the Northern District of Texas Federal District Courts and the Federal Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Practice includes cases with the Immigration Service, Department of State, Department of Labor, the Executive Office for Immigration Review, the Administrative Appeals Office and the Board of Alien Labor Certification Appeals.
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46 years | 45,000 cases
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State: Texas
Acquired: 1986
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12770 Coit Road, Suite 700, Dallas, TX, 75251
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Posted by Tony and Olga | May 01, 2014
Excellent Service
My husband and I went to this office because of a recommendation of a friend after talking to a lawyer that offered us cheaper services but who was not very trustworthy. We had the first appointment with Mr. Swaim, a very knowledgeable and nice man. Then our case was assigned to other lawyers workin...
Posted by Tanya | April 07, 2014
Very professional attorney with great results
Mr. David Swaim and his team (Tidwell, Swaim & Associates in Dallas, Texas) are very helpful, professional and knowledgeable people. They were working on my citizenship case, and I got it successfully. Whenever I had a question - they were always ready to answer it or find an answer for me. Also, the...
Posted by Rajoo C. | March 21, 2014
EXCELLENT IMMIGRATION LAW FIRM
Upon the recommendation of our family members, we changed from a law firm in Pennsylvania to Tidwell, Swaim & Associates in Dallas, Texas. Mr. David Swaim and his team are very helpful, knowledgeable and resourceful. From the start they took a confidence-inspiring approach to our case, guiding us, as...
Posted by felix Solomon | February 28, 2014
Thank you!!
On behalf of my family, I wish to thank you to Attorney David Swaim and the rest of your Staff for a job well done. We've waited for 4 years and finally received our green card and you don't know how joyful and grateful we are. We appreciate your professionalism and kind understanding on everythin...
Posted by James B | February 27, 2014
Trustworthy and Professional
Mr. David Swaim handled my Naturalization Case. Erica the paralegal that assisted Mr. Swaim kept me informed at all times and I always knew what was going on and what to expect next on my case. As soon as she received any kind of information regarding my case she would contact me and informed me. Wh...
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"I endorse David Swaim. I know this attorney from avvo forum and he impressed me with his knowledge of law and sound approach to the issues that are discussed in the Immigration and Asylum sections."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Swaim is a long time member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). His clients have enjoyed a high rate of success with their immigration cases."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent immigration attorney. He gives accurate answers with which I frequently agree. He also gives prompt responses."
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"Mr. Swaim is undoubtedly a top notch attorney who has skillfully mastered his primary area of practice over the course of his professional experience. His sharp critical thinking and flawless work ethic are perhaps the key qualities which ensured the success of a remarkable number of his cases. I endorse this lawyer and encourage anyone who needs superior legal representation to opt for his services."
"An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."
"I endorse Counsel David Swaim for his demonstrated legal expertise and internal wisdom selecting the most legally appropriate solutions to the matters he reviews."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Legal Leaders, Thomas Reuters
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Board Certified - Immigration and Nationality Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization
2016
"Legal Leaders"/Front page Bio, Dallas Morning News/Martindale Hubbell
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Top Attorney, Texas Monthly Magazine
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
1991 - Present
Managing Partner, Tidwell Swaim & Associates
2013 - Present
Society for Human Resource ManagementMember
1991 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
1986 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2008 - 2016
Global HR Professional Emphasis GroupFounding Chairman
2006 - 2008
Bent Tree Country ClubBoard of Directors
2005 - 2013
DFW InternationalBoard of Directors
Family received their green cards
Helped establish the rule in Federal Court that the Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution
Naturalization was approved
Client was granted permanent residence
Overturned
1985
JD - Juris Doctor
1981
BA Political Science
2020
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law
2019
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law
2019
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law
2019
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law
2019
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law
2019
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law
2019
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law
2019
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law
2019
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law
2019
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law
2015
University Seminar
2015
University Seminar
2015
University Seminar
2015
University Seminar
2014
University of Texas Seminar
2014
University Seminar
2013
Immigration Consequences of Criminal Activity
N/A
Immigration Process for F-1 Students After Graduation
Cantonese
Chinese, Hakka
Taiwanese
Mandarin
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14 Jun 2026