Our Approach

Facing the loss of reputation for a lifetime of work, and even one’s freedom due to criminal or professional allegations of wrongdoing is one of the most difficult things a family can confront. The shock and stress is analogous to that following the diagnosis of life-threatening cancer.

Like a physician, the attorneys of Swift & McDonald cannot guarantee an outcome. What we can guarantee is that we listen to our clients, keep them fully informed, and work tirelessly on their behalf, both in and out of court.

To combat allegations of criminal and professional wrongdoing, we employ a team approach, with the client at the center. We begin by listening to the client to learn who they are as people, as well as listening to their side of the allegations.

Thereafter, with the aid of a professional criminal investigator, we fully investigate the factual allegations. Charles researches the legal and evidentiary issues raised by the facts. Catherine examines professional licensing, immigration, and other attendant consequences raised by the charges. Where appropriate, we consult nationally recognized experts regarding the factual and legal claims relied on by the government.

We then explain our findings and provide our recommendations so that the client can make an informed decision whether or not to proceed to trial. If a client chooses to go to trial, we couple the facts discovered in our pre-trial investigation with years of in-court advocacy, delivered through the most recent advances in trial advocacy, to present the best possible defense for the client.

For clients who choose to resolve their case through negotiation, we utilize the pre-trial investigation to present the client in best possible light to the prosecution and the court or disciplinary body, thereby ensuring the best possible result.