David  Swaim Jr

David Swaim Jr

David Swaim & Associates
  • Immigration Law
  • Texas
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David Swaim is a Board-Certified Attorney in Immigration and Nationality Law and has been the Managing Partner of David Swaim & Associates, formerly Tidwell, Swaim & Associates, since 1991. The firm has represented over 45,000 cases with a 95% success rate on behalf of individuals, employers, companies, and families that covered all areas of immigration law. He has developed many of the most innovative techniques for H-1 and labor certification cases, as well as created immigration procedures at dozens of companies throughout the United States.

Mr. Swaim pursued Immigration Law because, “it is a practice in U.S. law that deals primarily with people and not money. There is a special feeling when you are able to overcome the power and resources of the Federal Government, whether the Immigration Service, Department of Labor or US State Department, to force the Government to follow the law and treat people fairly and justly.”

Mr. Swaim and his associates are known for their extensive depth of experience and are recognized throughout the legal community and courts by their proven, industry-leading practices. Most importantly, they are known by clients to successfully navigate and expedite their cases through an ever-changing legal and political environment. Mr. Swaim is also one of the few attorneys in Texas authorized to represent both the University of Texas system and the Texas A&M system.

Committed to immigration education, Mr. Swaim speaks at seminars to international students and for several colleges and universities. Over the years, he has held many leadership positions in his community including sitting on the board of directors of Bent Tree Country Club and DFW International Airport. He is the founder of Dallas HR’s Global HR Professional Emphasis Group.

Practice Area
Immigration Law
Asylum, Citizenship, Deportation Defense, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Investment Visas, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Student Visas, Visitor Visas, Work Visas
Fees
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Texas
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5th Circuit
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U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Attorney/Owner
David Swaim & Associates, P.C.
- Current
Education
SMU Dedman School of Law
J.D. (1985) | Law
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University of Arkansas - Little Rock
B.A. (1981) | Political Science
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Awards
AV Preeminent Peer Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
Avvo Top Contributor Award
Avvo
2016-2023
10.0 Superb Rating
Avvo
Best Immigration Lawyers in Dallas
Expertise.com
Clients' Choice Award
Avvo
2014-2020, 2022-2023
Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2008-2009, 2020-2022
Legal Leaders
Thomas Reuters
Top Attorney
Texas Monthly Magazine
Professional Associations
American Immigration Lawyers Association
Member
Current
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Society for Human Resource Management
Member
Current
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Texas State Bar  # 19545300
Member
- Current
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Speaking Engagements
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law, Texas Christian University
Immigration Law, Texas A&M
Finding Your Way Through Immigration Law, UT Austin School of Engineering
Certifications
Board Certified - Immigration and Nationality Law
Texas Board of Legal Specialization
Websites & Blogs
Website
Firm Website
Blog
Tidwell, Swaim & Farquhar Blog
Contact & Map
Tidwell, Swaim & Farquhar
12770 Coit Rd.
Suite 700
Dallas, TX 75251
Telephone: (972) 385-7900
Monday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Tuesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Wednesday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Thursday: 9 AM - 5 PM (Today)
Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed