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Swanson Lathen Prestwich PC

United States 2026

Overview

Swanson Lathen Prestwich, PC, is a leading law firm with four lawyers recognized by Best Lawyers for Personal Injury. The firm's tenure with Best Lawyers began in 2005. Having lawyers recognized in Best Lawyers' purely peer review process emphasizes the lawyers credibility and reputation for their practice amongst their peers in their practice area and region. It displays professional validation of the legal talent that Swanson Lathen Prestwich PC has on their team.

Charlie Burt and Lawrence Brown joined forces in 1958 to start Brown & Burt, PC, a firm focused on representing individuals. In the 1970s, they were joined by Keith Swanson, Neil Lathen, Mic Alexander, and Don McCann, and the firm became one of Oregon’s premier personal injury law firms known as Burt, Swanson, Lathen, Alexander & McCann, PC. Travis Prestwich and Brian Lathen ushered in the third generation of lawyers, focusing solely on personal injury, car accident, and wrongful death claims and changing the name to Swanson, Lathen, Prestwich, PC.

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Practice Areas:
1
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
4

Rankings

Regional

Salem

Tier
1
Salem
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Rankings

Regional

Salem

Tier
1
Salem
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Practice Areas

Swanson Lathen Prestwich PC has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 1 specialty, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Swanson Lathen Prestwich PC proudly has 4 lawyers recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2026 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Awards

Swanson Lathen Prestwich PC is honored to be recognized for excellence by Best Law Firms and other leading legal industry organizations. Our rankings and awards reflect the dedication, skill, and results our attorneys deliver across a wide range of practice areas. In addition to our Best Law Firms awards, Swanson Lathen Prestwich PC has earned accolades from respected national and regional publications for outstanding legal service and professional achievement. Explore our awards below to learn more about how Swanson Lathen Prestwich PC continues to set the standard for quality legal representation.
Pro Bono Law Firm of the Year
Martindale Hubbell multiple years AV rated
US News Best Law Firms
US News Best Law Firms
Super Lawyers -- multiple years
US News Best Law Firms
Pro Bono Law Firm of the Year
Martindale Hubbell multiple years AV rated
US News Best Law Firms
Super Lawyers -- multiple years

Offices & Contacts

Salem, OR
3040 Commercial Street, SE, Suite 200
Salem, OR 97302
United States
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