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You don’t have to fight alone. Whether you are a veteran fighting for your VA benefits, a litigator seeking support, or simply in need of an advocate, Swedlow Law is here to help.

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Swedlow Law is dedicated to providing exceptional service.  Handling a wide range of matters including veteran disability benefits, estate planning services, injury claims, and civil rights violations, Kate Swedlow is the experienced and trusted advocate to handle your legal needs.  No matter the situation, keep calm, and call Kate.

VA Disability

Swedlow Law assists veterans in filing initial claims for disability benefits and pursuing appeals to secure all of the benefits earned by U.S. military veterans. The VA process can be confusing and frustrating. Veterans do not have to fight for their benefits alone. Kate Swedlow is an accredited veterans benefits attorney through the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of General Counsel. Contact us today to add Swedlow Law to your team.

For veterans seeking a discharge upgrade, the process can be complex and overwhelming.  Each branch of service has its own regulations, and the complexities can lead service members to abandon the process all together.  If you need help with a discharge that is Other than Honorable, Uncharacterized, Bad Conduct Discharge, or Dishonorable Discharge, Swedlow Law can help.

Freelance Litigation Support

Swedlow Law offers support to litigators across the country.  Pursuant to its aim that no one has to fight alone.  Support services include legal research, evidence review and analysis, and drafting. Whether you need help with researching the elements of potential causes of action, reviewing evidence, responding to a Motion for Summary Judgment, or preparing appellate briefs, Swedlow Law can help.

Swedlow Law also offers hearing coverage and trial support in the central Maryland area.  Kate Swedlow offers other solo practitioners a second chair at trial without the commitment of hiring an associate.

Military Discharge Upgrade

The military discharge upgrade process can be complex and overwhelming. Each branch of service has its own regulations, and the complexities can lead service members to abandon the process all together. If you need help with a discharge that is Other than Honorable, Uncharacterized, Bad Conduct Discharge, or Dishonorable Discharge, Swedlow Law can help.

Estate Planning

Everyone needs a plan for the future. Estate planning is a crucial consideration in providing for loved ones, securing your financial future, and ensuring that your wishes are honored once you are gone. Swedlow Law is here to guide you through every step of the process, offering personalized plans catering to your unique goals.

Civil Litigation

Swedlow Law offers representation in various civil matters including personal injury, property damage claims, contract disputes, and violations of civil rights. Contact Swedlow Law to see how we can help.

Mediation

Kate Swedlow is a trained and certified mediator, offering services in central Maryland.

Notary Services

Swedlow Law, via Andrew Swedlow a licensed notary for the State of Maryland, provides complimentary notary services to all of its clients.  Upon request and appointment, Andrew provides notary services to the public at the statutory rates and will travel reasonable distances when practical.

Meet Kate Swedlow

Kate Swedlow grew up in Clarksville, Tennessee and attended the University of Tennessee, graduating summa cum laude in 2000.  She attended the University of South Carolina School of Law, graduating and joining the South Carolina Bar in 2003.  She immediately went to work as a litigator, working throughout the state and trying cases in magistrate, state, and federal courts.

 

In 2011, Kate stepped back from a full-time litigation practice, moving across the country with her husband, an active-duty Army officer.  Over the next ten years, Team Swedlow called many places home, including Ft. Gordon, GA, the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, MacDill AFB, FL, Caserma Ederle in Vicenza, Italy, and Ft. Meade, MD.

 

After her family’s first-hand experience with the veteran disability process, Kate founded Swedlow Law in 2021 so that no veteran would face that fight alone.  Kate has since expanded her practice to address the expanding needs of her clients to include estate planning services.  Staying true to her litigation roots, Kate also handles select personal injury claims and defense of civil rights.  She also offers litigation support services to other attorneys nationwide, including legal research, argument/brief drafting, and hearing coverage in the central Maryland area.

Keep calm, and call Kate

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Ms. Swedlow’s professionalism and sincerity are commendable, and I am thankful for her exceptional legal service during a difficult time. She has a calm and empathetic nature while still being a skilled negotiator and a tireless defender for her client. From the beginning of my case to its conclusion, Ms. Swedlow kept me apprised of the status of my case which was an immense relief to my highly driven nature. I highly recommend Ms. Swedlow, without reservation, as a trusted lawyer who will advocate for you when you need it the most.
Jennifer C.
Kate is an exceptional attorney and dedicated advocate determined to achieve remarkable outcomes for Veterans. She accepted my case on short notice and got right to work. What she accomplished at my BVA hearing far exceeded my expectations. Thank you Kate for the wonderful job you did.
Michael B.
Kate was awesome during the entire experience! She held my hand throughout the long and painfully difficult process, helped me with research, through the appeals and to the end with a favorable outcome! She was encouraging and optimistic but always was a straight shooter as well when needed. So glad to have had her by my side!
David Z.
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