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Keith A Swisher

Swisher P.C.; and University of Arizona College of Law β€’ Scottsdale, AZ
Criminal DefensePersonal Injury

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6619 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ, 85250, US

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About

Keith A. Swisher is a distinguished legal expert with a robust practice focusing on Ethics and Professional Responsibility, Appeals, and Criminal Defense. As a principal at Swisher P.C. and a law professor at the University of Arizona College of Law, he combines years of hands-on legal experience with a deep commitment to educating the next generation of legal professionals. Mr. Swisher's extensive background includes navigating complex issues of legal ethics, compliance, and disciplinary matters, making him a sought-after authority in the field. He adeptly handles cases involving attorney disqualification, malpractice, and other ethical dilemmas, providing clients with insightful guidance tailored to their unique situations. His mastery of appellate law further enhances his ability to advocate for clients, ensuring that their rights are fiercely protected at every stage of the legal process. A graduate of Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law with a Juris Doctor and an LL.M. from Harvard University Law School, Mr. Swisher's academic credentials complement his practical expertise. He is dedicated to fostering a culture of integrity within the legal profession and is passionate about equipping his students with the tools they need to uphold ethical standards. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, Keith A. Swisher is not only a trusted advisor but also a passionate advocate for justice, committed to excellence in legal practice.

About Criminal Defense Law

Criminal defense attorneys represent individuals accused of crimes, protecting their constitutional rights throughout the legal process. They work to achieve the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial. Common matters include dui/dwi, drug charges, assault, theft.

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Credentials

Education
N/A Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law JD - Juris Doctor N/A Harvard University Law School LL.M - Master of Laws N/A Arizona State University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2016 Judge Learned Hand Award in Emerging Leadership, AJC Arizona 2011 ABA Rosner & Rosner Young Lawyer Professionalism Award, American Bar Association Center for Professional Responsibility and Young Lawyers Division 2004 John S. Armstrong Law Prize (Class Valedictorian), Arizona State University College of Law
Publications
2014 Georgetown Journal of Legal Ethics The Practice and Theory of Lawyer Disqualification 2014 St. Mary's Law Journal Disqualifying Defense Counsel: The Curse of the Sixth Amendment 2013 Arizona State Law Journal The Short History of Arizona Legal Ethics 2013 Arizona Attorney Defendants Guilty of Being Innocent; Prosecutors Guilty of Being Human 2012 Hofstra Law Review Prosecutorial Conflicts of Interest in Post-Conviction Practice
Associations
Association of Professional Responsibility Lawyers Member American Bar Association, Center for Professional Responsibility Member State Bar of Arizona, Ethics Committee Member State Bar of Arizona, Fee Arbitration Committee Member 2008 - 2011 ABA/BNA Lawyers' Manual on Professional Conduct Editorial Board Member
Speaking
2014 State Bar Ethics Snippets OnDemand Confidentiality and Conflicts 2014 State Bar CLE Ethics in the Courtroom in Criminal Cases 2014 State Bar CLE The Ethics Challenge 2014 Mandatory Professionalism Course for Newly Admitted Attorneys Responsibilities to Clients and Others 2014 Harvard/Stanford/Yale Junior Faculty Forum Paper Selected and Presented: Lawyer Disqualification and the Sixth Amendment
Updated: Mar 30, 2026