Stephen H. Swift, Esq.

Stephen H. Swift, Esq.

Founder and managing attorney at Swift Bankruptcy Law Firm in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Phone (719) 520-0164

Biography

Mr. Stephen H. Swift, managing attorney, has practiced bankruptcy law in thr Colorado Springs area since 1984. During that time he has helped thousands of Colorado residents obtain debt relief through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy filings. Mr. Swift also conducts bankruptcy litigation involving the liquidation of tax debts and student loans, allegations of bankruptcy fraud and other matters.

Unlike petition preparers and most debt resolution agencies, Mr. Swift fully understands the complexities of Colorado bankruptcy laws and how to use the legal system to his clients’ advantage. He take every opportunity to maximize his clients’ property exemptions and to eliminate as much debt as possible. Swift Law Firm will handle every aspect of your Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy case, from beginning to end.

EDUCATION

Mr. Swift received his law degree at Saint Louis University School of Law in St. Louis, Missouri. He graduated from Brigham Young University with a B.A. degree in both English and in History. In addition to English, he also speaks both French and Spanish.

JD, St. Louis University School of Law in St. Louis, MO

BA, Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah.

Bar Admissions

Stephen H. Swift is licensed and admitted to practice law in the following courts:

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✔ State of Colorado

State of Colorado
June 20, 1985 – Present

✔ U.S. District Court, CO District

U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
May 11, 1988 – Present

✔ U.S. Court of Appeals, 10th Circuit

U.S. Court of Appeals, 10th Circuit
May 11, 1988 – Present

✔ U.S. Bankruptcy Appellate Panel, 10th Circuit

U.S. Bankruptcy Appellate Panel, 10th Circuit
May 11, 1988 – Present

Representative Cases

Mr. Swift has an impressive track record of success throughout his professional career in legal representations. A few of the successes achieved include:

✔ In re Moosman, 437 B.R. 385, affirmed 2013 WL 4460001

In re Moosman, 437 B.R. 385, affirmed 2013 WL 4460001
This case decided what portion of the cash value in life insurance the debtor is entitled to keep when filing bankruptcy.

✔ In re Borgman, 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, (10th Cir. B.A.P. 2012)

In re Borgman, 10th Circuit Court of Appeals, (10th Cir. B.A.P. 2012)
This case decided what portion of the child tax credit the debtor is entitled to keep when filing bankruptcy.

✔ In re Dunckley, 452 B.R. 241 (10th Cir. B.A.P. 2011)

In re Dunckley, 452 B.R. 241 (10th Cir. B.A.P. 2011)

Professional Associations

Stephen H. Swift has been a proud member of good standing of the following organizations for many years:

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✔ Colorado Bar Association

Member, 1985 – Present

✔ El Paso County Bar Association

Member, 1985 – Present

✔ El Paso County Bar Association, Bankruptcy Subsection

Bankruptcy Subsection
Member, 1985 – Present

✔ U.S. District Court

Member, 1985 – Present

✔ Colorado Trial Lawyers Association

Member, 1995 – Present

✔ Volunteer, CO Federal Prison

Volunteer at the
Supermax Federal Penitentiary
in Florence, Colorado for many years.

✔ Boy Scouts of America

VOTED A COLORADO SPRINGS

Top Attorney 2017-2021

✔ Voted a Colorado Springs TOP Bankruptcy Attorney for the last 5 years and counting...

The Law Office of Stephen H. Swift, P.C. was selected as a Top Consumer Bankruptcy Attorney in Colorado Springs by Colorado Springs STYLE Magazine for the last five years in a row (2017 – 2021), as well as in 2014. This award was based upon a peer-to-peer online survey conducted in conjunction with members of the El Paso County Bar Association.

Who was surveyed? Approximately 1,100 licensed attorneys in El Paso County were invited via email to complete the survey, with electronic reminders sent by the El Paso County Bar Association encouraging participation.

Practice Areas

Our firm focuses primarily on the practice of bankruptcy law:

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy— liquidation of unsecured debts on behalf of hard-working Coloradans. Typically, a Chapter 7 bankruptcy will resolve debt issues within six months of filing.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy — liquidation and reduction of debts for people who qualify. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy resolves debt issues through a three to five year payment plan.
Discharging Tax Debts — elimination of debts more than three years old through the bankruptcy system. Negotiation of offers-in-compromise with the IRS.
Bankruptcy Litigation — resolution of disputes involving tax debts, student loans, alleged bankruptcy fraud and other matters.
Stopping Foreclosure — helping people retain their homes through bankruptcy filings.
Stopping Repossession, Garnishment, Judgments and Creditor Harassment— providing immediate relief for people threatened with legal action.
Debt Relief for small business owners— helping small business owners obtain debt relief through Chapter 13 or Chapter 7 bankruptcy filings.

Chapter 7 Cases70%

Chapter 13 Cases35%

Bankruptcy Litigation10%