About Christopher A.
Christopher A — Swaby is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in Normandy Park, Washington. He has been a member of the Washington State Bar Association since October 6, 2000, and is currently in good standing. He also holds active memberships with the District of Columbia Bar and the U.S. Supreme Court Bar. Born and raised in Washington, D.C., Christopher earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Virginia in 1983. He then pursued his Juris Doctor at the Georgetown University Law Center, graduating in 1990.
Christopher began his legal career in 1990 as a staff attorney for the Public Defender Service for the District of Columbia, handling juvenile and serious adult felony cases. In 2000, he relocated to eastern Washington, where he joined the felony defense panel in Benton County. He later moved to Seattle, becoming a staff attorney and eventually the felony division supervisor at the Defender Association. In 2012, he transitioned to a boutique criminal defense firm before establishing his solo practice, Swaby Law Firm, in 2015. Throughout his career, Christopher has represented clients in numerous counties across Washington State, including Benton, Cowlitz, Franklin, Grays Harbor, Island, King, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, San Juan, Snohomish, Spokane, Thurston, and Yakima. His practice encompasses many criminal defense matters, from misdemeanors to serious felonies.
In addition to his private practice, Christopher has been actively involved in public defense leadership. He served as the president of the Washington Defender Association and has been a member of the Washington State Bar Association’s Council on Public Defense and Diversity committees. In April 2024, he was appointed as the director of public defense and chief public defender for Clark County, Washington, marking a significant milestone in his commitment to public service. Christopher's dedication to criminal defense and public service is further demonstrated by his role as vice-chair of the Washington State Bar Association's Council on Public Defense. His experience and leadership have made him a respected figure in the Washington legal community. For those seeking legal representation or consultation, Christopher can be contacted at his office in Normandy Park, Washington.
He offers free consultations and is committed to providing effective defense strategies tailored to each client's needs. Christopher's journey from a public defender in Washington, D.C., to a prominent criminal defense attorney in Washington State reflects his unwavering dedication to justice and his clients. His leadership roles and active participation in legal organizations underscore his commitment to improving public defense services and advocating for the rights of the accused. In summary, Christopher A. Swaby's experience, leadership in public defense, and commitment to his clients make him a attorney in the field of criminal law.
