James D. Nutter

James D. Nutter is a director at Parkowski, Guerke & Swayze, P.A. who practices in Delaware. He advises businesses, nonprofit organizations, and individuals on government relations, administrative and regulatory compliance, personal injury litigation, and criminal defense. His government practice includes representation before the Delaware General Assembly and state agencies. He also appears in Delaware courts and brings prior public-defense experience to matters involving criminal charges, juvenile justice, and complex litigation.

Nutter earned a J.D. from Widener University School of Law in 1997 and completed his undergraduate education at the University of Delaware in 1993. His legal development included substantial courtroom work early in his career, particularly in serious criminal cases. That background supports his current ability to evaluate legislative, regulatory, litigation, and defense matters from several practical perspectives.

Nutter began his legal career with the Delaware Public Defender, where he handled serious felony matters and served as lead counsel in major criminal cases. He later entered private practice, worked as an attorney for the Democratic Caucus of the Delaware House of Representatives, and developed a government-relations practice. His clients have included utilities, healthcare organizations, businesses, and individuals facing regulatory or legal issues.

James D. Nutter combines courtroom experience with an understanding of Delaware’s legislative and administrative processes. His work often requires translating legal and policy developments into practical advice for organizations and individuals. He assists clients with government relations, compliance, litigation, and criminal defense while drawing on experience in public service, private practice, and advocacy before state decision makers.

Law Office Affiliations

• Attorney, Parkowski, Guerke & Swayze, P.A.
• Member, Delaware State Bar Association
• Associate Member, Delaware Board of Bar Examiners (2010)
• Member, Delaware State Bar Association Nominating Commission (2011)
• Member, Delaware Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, Sussex County Bar Association
• Chairman, Delaware Commission on Adult Entertainment Establishments (2008)
• Member, Magistrate Screening Committee
• Member, Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay, Southern Delaware Advisory Council

Licensed State

• Delaware

Education

• Widener University School of Law, Wilmington, Delaware
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Delaware
  Bachelor’s Degree

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