Jack B. Swerling - Attorney at Law
1720 Main Street, Suite 301
Columbia, SC 29201

Phone: 888.363.4981
Fax: 803.799.4059
Email: jacklaw@aol.com

Jack Swerling In The News >>

Jack Swerling:

South Carolina Supreme Court rules that security guard acted in self defense when he shot and killed a man that was attacking him. Conviction vacated. (October 2011)
Obtained dismissal of ten (10) driving under the influence charges. (April - June 2011)
In a Rule 35 Motion, defendant's sentence was lowered from a level 40 (292 months) to a level 32 (140 months). Defendant was released from custody on time served. (U.S.A. v. Gore) (June 2011)
Made a presentation on Money Laundering to a group of IRS Criminal Investigators at the National Advocacy Center. (June 6, 2011)
Guest lecturer on Criminal Trial Advocacy for Assistant United States Attorneys at the National Advocacy Center. (August 2011)
Listed in the 2011 Best Lawyers edition of Columbia Metropolitan Magazine under the categories of criminal defense, criminal defense white collar, and appellate practice.
Fairfield County Jury Finds Man Not Guilty In Shooting Case. (October, 2010)
Florida Man Found Not Guilty By Reason Of Insanity Of Assaulting A Police Officer And Resisting Arrest. (February 2011)
Selected by his peers for the 2011 Midlands Legal Elite edition of Columbia Business Monthly magazine under the criminal defense category.
Aiken County Sherrif'S Deputy Found Not Guilty On Misconduct In Office And Assault And Battery Charges. (August 11, 2010)
A Jury Acquits Chief Of Police In Voter Fraud Trial.
Guest lecturer on criminal law practice to the 2011 freshman class at the USC School of Law. (August 2011)
Coroner found not guilty in cocaine distribution and conspiracy trial.
Defendant receives 11 point departure from sentencing guidelines and receives probation instead of 3 year sentence.
Was again selected to be listed in the 2011 Edition of Best Lawyers in America. He will be listed in the categories of criminal defense, both white collar and non-white collar crime and appellate practice. The law firm was also selected to be in the Best Law Firms category.
Selected by Best Lawyers in America as one of their 2012 Lawyers of the Year in Columbia.
Was again selected as a Super Lawyer by South Carolina Super Lawyer Magazine in the area of criminal defense.
Was selected to be a member of the faculty of an intensive trial advocacy program sponsored by the National Institute of Trial Advocacy. The program took place between April 21 - 23, 2010 at the United States District Court in Columbia.
Was selected by Corporate Counsel magazine as a Top Corporate Lawyer.
Was successful in having tax fraud charges against a client dismissed in the United States District Court.
Was successful in helping a client avoid money laundering charges in the United States District Court.

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Columbia, South Carolina Drug Crimes Attorney

Columbia drug crime attorney

Columbia drug crime lawyer Jack B. Swerling

A drug arrest in Columbia is serious and the ramifications of a conviction could significantly change your life. If you or a loved one is charged with a drug crime, it is essential that you hire a Columbia, SC drug crimes lawyer as soon as possible to vigorously defend your rights.

Federal and Columbia, South Carolina drug laws

Drug laws involve the federal and state authorities. Such charges range from misdemeanors to felonies and criminalize activities that include the following:

Possessing drugs
Abusing controlled substances, such as prescription drugs
Possessing precursor chemicals for producing drugs
Possessing equipment related to using, cultivating, or manufacturing drugs

Distributing drugs, or possession with intent to distribute
Cultivating or manufacturing drugs
Trafficking in drugs
Money laundering

Aggressive defense for Columbia, SC drug crimes

Attorney Jack B. Swerling has significant experience defending clients against drug crimes in Columbia, South Carolina. The charges that may be filed, and the punishments if you are found guilty, depend on several factors that include the:

Classification of the drug
Quantity of the drug

Reason for possession, including:

Personal use
Production

Distribution
Trafficking

Geographic location of the crime (for example, a drug crime committed within one half mile of a school may carry a particularly stiff punishment)

Previous convictions can enhance sentences.

Punishment for drug crimes in Columbia, South Carolina

As your South Carolina criminal defense attorney, Jack B. Swerling fights for you by arguing:

Your case if it must be tried before a jury
To mitigate punishment if convicted
An appeal before an Appellate Court
That charges be lowered or dismissed or considered for pre-trial diversion

Columbia, South Carolina drug arrest lawyer Jack B. Swerling has a reputation for vigorously defending his clients. This is essential in a Columbia, South Carolina drug crimes attorney, because convictions can be extremely costly. That cost can include:

Fines
Prison time that ranges from probation to a minimum mandatory 25-year sentence or even life
Forfeiture of assets
Loss of your right to own guns
Loss of your business or professional license

Contact a Columbia, SC Drug Crimes Attorney Today

Drug crimes lawyer Jack Swerling believes that everyone should have the chance to be defended by the best legal representation. He works tirelessly, fights vigorously, and pursues every option available for each of his clients. If you need representation for a drug crime, contact the office of Jack B. Swerling today for a free initial consultation.

Jack B. Swerling is located in Columbia, SC and serves clients in and around Columbia, State Park, Eastover, Irmo, West Columbia, Blythewood, Hopkins, Gaston, Lexington, Ballentine, Cayce, White Rock, Swansea, Gadsden, Elgin, Pelion, Chapin, Saint Matthews, Gilbert, Ridgeway, Rion, Batesburg, Calhoun County, Lexington County, Richland County.

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