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Criminal Defense Attorney Swanson attended California Southern Law School, where he received the scholastic achievement award in Criminal Law, Graduated in 1996 passed the California State bar in 1997. Worked for the San Bernardino district Attorney’s office for approximately 6 months then opened his own private practice office. He has chosen to devote his entire practice to criminal law defense.
Attorney Swanson works hard to find the right defense for each client. The defense that can achieve the best results to eliminate or minimize the consequences for his clients.
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29 years | 900 cases
29 years | 1,000 cases
29 years | 1,800 cases
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4480 Main St, Riverside, CA, 92501
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Posted by Trevor | August 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
THIRD STRIKE CASE DISMISSED
I was facing 25 to life on a third strike. The R.P.D. , D.A. , and Judges in Riverside were trying to give me life in Prison by fabricating evidence, and trying to force witnesses to lie. I had the Public Defenders office at first and all I kept hearing was you need to take a plea and go to prison....
Posted by Cindy | September 05, 2013 | Criminal Defense
If you are looking for an excellant criminal attorney Mr. Swanson of Riverside is the best one out there
If you are looking for an excellant criminal attorney, Mr. Swanson is the one to choose! From day one I felt like Mr. Swanson had my case under control and he only proved that to be true. I was looking at doing time and somehow he was able to get me off on only doing 30 days of house arrest. It was m...
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Rick for 15 years and have seen his professionalism and skill inside and outside the courtroom. He is well respected by judges, prosecutors, and fellow criminal defense attorneys."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Swanon provides excellent answers to client concerns on Avvo and donates his time to this needed service."
"I have relied on Attorney Richard Swanson's legal knowledge with regard to criminal law aspects of my family law matters."
"I have known and worked with Mr. Swanson for over twelve years practicing criminal defense. He has extensive experience with the entire range of criminal cases; from misdemeanors up to the most serious of felony cases including death penalty matters. He is well versed in all phases of criminal defense from arraignments to motion practice, conducting preliminary hearings and jury trials. What stands out about Richard is his willingness to pursue all avenues of defense for a client, whether that involves conducting a thorough investigation or bringing motions that could help achieve a positive outcome of the case. I recommend him without reservation."
"I endorse this lawyer. The reason is obvious. Mr. Swanson is "fearless and ever-searching" for the best possible case for his clients. We have tried numerous cases from robbery to capital murder together. Our successes have been notable amongst the court. Mr. Swanson is a diligent trial lawyer who I am proud to say is one of the best."
Family lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2005
Certificate of Appreciation, Volunteers in Parole, Inc,
1996
Criminal Law Scholastic Achevment aware, California Southern Law School
2017 - Present
Judge, Riverside Superior Court
1997 - Present
Attorney, The Law Office of Richard V. Swanson
1996 - 1997
Attorney, San Bernardino county District Attorney
1994 - 1996
Law Clerk, Jacobs and Gregory Attornys at Law
2001 - Present
Californai Attorny for Criminal Justice CACJAttorney Member
2001 - Present
California Public Defenders Association CPDAAttorney Member
1997 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAttorney Member
Assault instead of Attempted Murder
NOT GUILTY
Attempted Voluntary Manslaughter - 6 years
Misdemeanor then Expunged
ACUITTED / NOT GUILTY
NOT GUILTY
N/A
2015
Criminal Law
2013
English
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