Jason Swango
Jason Eugene Swango is an esteemed family attorney with nearly 20 years of dedicated experience, focusing on providing legal assistance to men navigating divorce and other family-related cases. His unwavering commitment has afforded him an extensive understanding of the unique challenges men face within the realm of family law, positioning him as an invaluable resource for legal counsel and representation in family matters.
Drawing from his military background as a Stinger air defense crewman and six years of service in the Army Reserve, Jason developed a profound empathy for the challenges faced by servicemen in their family lives. This firsthand exposure ignited his passion to champion men’s rights, a mission further honed through his tenure as a family lawyer in Hampton Roads. Armed with a deep understanding of legal intricacies and men’s specific concerns surrounding divorce, visitation, domestic violence, and child support, among others, Jason is uniquely equipped to advocate for his clients’ best interests.
Throughout his legal career, Jason has cultivated a diverse and extensive clientele, fostering a strong rapport and sense of trust with each individual. This wealth of experience has fortified his expertise as a family law attorney, enabling him to skillfully navigate clients through both immediate challenges and long-term legal proceedings, ultimately empowering them to overcome personal and legal obstacles alike.
Practice Areas
Family Law
Divorce & Separation, Child Custody & Visitation, Child Support, Spousal Support, Post-divorce Issues, Order Enforcement, Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements
Criminal
Criminal matters including Protective Orders, Assault & Battery, Domestic Violence, Order Violations
Education
Regent University School of Law
Juris Doctorate
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Ivy Tech State College
A.B., Radiology
Honors & Recognition
- National Man of the Year – LAW –Madison Who’s Who, 2009
- Battalion Soldier of the Year –U.S. Army, 1993
- Avvo Top Attorney
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers –The National Trial Lawyers
- Top 1% –National Association of Distinguished Counsel
Community Involvement
- Represented numerous indigent and disabled veterans pro bono.
- Provided pro bono legal assistance to numerous servicemembers.
- Provided Thanksgiving dinners to hundreds of local families over several years.
- Donated an entire library to Wave Leadership College.
- Provided Christmas assistance annually to multiple veterans experiencing financial hardship.
- Supported various initiatives benefiting local soldiers.
- Proud sponsor of Military Hero of the Week through Tidewater Communications.
- Provided financial contributions to the Wounded Warrior Project.
- Provided financial contributions honoring the memory of the Tuskegee Airmen.
- Boarded the USS San Jacinto to provide financial assistance to 13 military families so their children could receive gifts during the holidays.
- Coached local children’s baseball and basketball teams.
- Sponsored various Great Neck Baseball teams.
- Sent several student athletes to FCA Camp through the Fellowship
of Christian Athletes. - Raised thousands of dollars for the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia
and the Eastern Shore.
Outside of WORK
When he’s not working, you can find Jason spending time with his wife, six children, and grandson. He’s also an active member of the community, a football enthusiast, and an avid collector of all things sports.