Andrew Marshall Swafford

Andrew Marshall Swafford, Civil Rights Attorney in Louisville, Kentucky

Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment

AssociateatFisher & Phillips LLP

Louisville, KY

Practicing civil rights in Louisville since 2011.

15+
Years practicing
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Andrew Marshall Swafford is an associate based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Andrew has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP.

Based in
Louisville, KY
Experience
over 15 years
Known for
Civil Rights · Discrimination · Employment
  • Handles Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment matters from Louisville, KY.
  • Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Andrew Marshall Swafford: Andrew Marshall Swafford is an associate based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Andrew has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Andrew takes on

Andrew concentrates on civil rights, discrimination, employment, employment contracts, and wrongful termination. Each area below outlines the kind of case Andrew handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Civil Rights cases in Louisville, Kentucky

Andrew takes civil rights matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.

Discrimination cases in Louisville, Kentucky

Andrew takes discrimination matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Louisville, Kentucky

Andrew takes employment matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.

Employment Contracts cases in Louisville, Kentucky

Andrew takes employment contracts matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.

Wrongful Termination cases in Louisville, Kentucky

Andrew takes wrongful termination matters in Louisville, Kentucky. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Andrew agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Andrew Marshall Swafford — civil rights lawyer in Louisville

Andrew Marshall Swafford is an associate based in Louisville, KY. The practice focuses on Civil Rights, Discrimination, and Employment. Andrew has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP.

Andrew Marshall Swafford is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, non-compete agreements, race discrimination and 2 other areas of law. Andrew received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years. Andrew practices at Fisher & Phillips LLP in Louisville, KY.

Working with Andrew on a civil rights matter

Andrew Marshall Swafford is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, non-compete agreements, race discrimination and 2 other areas of law. Andrew received a B.A. degree from University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY in 2008, and has been licensed for 15 years. Andrew practices at Fisher & Phillips LLP in Louisville, KY.

Clients Andrew works with

Andrew reviews new inquiries case-by-case for civil rights, discrimination, and employment matters in Louisville and the surrounding Kentucky area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, Louisville, KY

    J.D. · 2011

  • University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY

    B.A. Pol. · 2008

Jurisdictions

Andrew's state bar admissions

  • Kentucky

    2011 · ACTIVE

Andrew studied at J.D. in University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, Louisville, KY and B.A. Pol. in University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY.

Law school and academic background

Andrew completed J.D. in University of Louisville Louis D. Brandeis School of Law, Louisville, KY and B.A. Pol. in University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Andrew runs in Kentucky is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Andrew's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Professional Activities Kentucky Bar Association Louisville Bar Association

    membership

Locations

Andrew Marshall Swafford's office in Louisville

Andrew's primary office is at Suite 2000, 220 West Main Street, Louisville, KY, 40202. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Fisher & Phillips LLP

Suite 2000, 220 West Main Street

Louisville, KY 40202

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Hiring guide

How to hire Andrew Marshall Swafford — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new civil rights attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Andrew usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Andrew charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Andrew will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a civil rights attorney in Louisville, Kentucky

A short list to run through before you commit: How many civil rights matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Andrew

Andrew discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in civil rights practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every civil rights matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Andrew confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Andrew's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many civil rights practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Andrew Marshall Swafford

  • How much does it cost to hire Andrew for a civil rights case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Andrew walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Andrew offer a free consultation?

    Andrew charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Andrew's office. Some civil rights attorneys offer free consults — check Andrew's current terms during booking.

  • How long do civil rights cases in Kentucky typically take?

    Simple civil rights matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Andrew gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Andrew take my case if I'm outside Louisville?

    Andrew is licensed in Kentucky. Matters governed by Kentucky law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Andrew will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Andrew?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Andrew will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Andrew accepting new civil rights clients right now?

    Andrew's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Civil Rights attorneys serving Louisville, Lexington and Frankfort in Kentucky

Andrew handles civil rights matters throughout Kentucky. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified civil rights attorneys in that community.

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