Attorneys & Staff

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Mr. Burton’s practice focuses on business and personal transactions, probate, estate planning, tax, real estate matters, securities, trust litigation and general civil litigation.  In the course of his practice Mr. Burton has represented a wide variety of businesses.  He has extensive experience advising on sophisticated business transactions and complicated estate and tax issues.

Mr. Burton was an associate at the law firms of Coleman & Horowitt, LLP and Dietrich, Glasrud, Mallek & Aune prior to moving to Sutter Creek in 2009. Before practicing law, Mr. Burton worked in the Private Banking and Securities divisions of Bank of America.  In his free time, Mr. Burton enjoys boating, travel, and wine.

EDUCATION

• The University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, J.D., 2004
• Roanoke College, B.A., 1993

BAR ADMISSIONS

• All California State and Federal Courts

COMMUNITY

• Board of Trustees - Preston Castle Foundation
• Board of Directors - Hospice of Amador & Calaveras

Mr. Swett’s practice focuses on general business litigation, real estate matters, and land use law.  He has handled cases covering a wide variety of business and real property disputes, including access easements, purchase and sale contracts, and title claims for clients ranging from homeowners to national title insurance companies. Mr. Swett has also shepherded to approval several large purchase and sale agreements and land-use entitlement projects in Amador County.

Mr. Swett’s family is on its fifth generation in Amador County.  In addition to the practice of law, Mr. Swett’s career has also spanned the mining and forest products manufacturing industries.  In his free time, Mr. Swett enjoys fly-fishing in the Sierras and travel.  

EDUCATION  

• The University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, J.D., 2004, with Great Distinction (Salutatorian).
• Oregon State University, M.S., 1997
• University of Nevada, Reno, B.S., 1994

BAR ADMISSIONS

• All California State and Federal Courts

COMMUNITY

• Jackson Lions Club (Past Board Member)
• Ione Rotary Club
• Ione Business & Community Association Board
• Italian Benevolent Society

Mr. Wiggen's practice is focused on family law while providing support for probate, estate planning, business entity formation, unlawful detainer, and other general civil litigation cases. 

Prior to the practice of law, Mr. Wiggen held numerous positions in Information Technology as a programmer and project manager.  Upon completing the MBA program at UC Davis, Mr. Wiggen worked as an independent consultant residing in the suburbs of Sacramento. 

Mr. Wiggen has lived in many areas of the country while pursuing educational and professional goals, but has found a new home in the Foothills.  In his free time, Mr. Wiggen enjoys wine tasting, travel, and outdoor activities throughout the Western U.S.   

EDUCATION  

• University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, J.D., 2014
• University of California, Davis, M.B.A., 2006
• University of Arizona, B.S., 1995
• University of Arizona, B.A., 1995

BAR ADMISSIONS

• All California State and Federal Courts

COMMUNITY

• Volunteer work with several organizations, including Boys & Girls Club, Rotary Club, Ronald McDonald House, Special Olympics, multiple school districts and numerous youth sports teams.

Mr. Nunley's practice focuses on real estate matters and land use law, as well as civil harassment restraining orders and unlawful detainers, while providing support for general civil litigation matters. 

Mr. Nunley was previously an associate attorney in the Labor and Employment Department at Mastagni Holstedt, A.P.C., representing first responders and public sector employees in their administrative disciplinary investigations, critical incidents, grievances, and criminal allegations.

Mr. Nunley started his professional career in the United States Marine Corps. He deployed twice to Southeast Asia and earned an Honorable Discharge in 1998. 

Prior to becoming a member of the bar, Mr. Nunley served the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. During his first few years he worked the southwest county patrol division.  He was later accepted into the elite Special Enforcement Bureau ("SEB").  After several years on SEB, Mr. Nunley became a member of the Southwest Division Special Enforcement Unit conducting vice, narcotics, and major crimes enforcement. During his last year with the office, Mr. Nunley worked in Court Services to prepare for law school.

Mr. Nunley resides in Amador County and enjoys spending free time with his wife and children. 

EDUCATION 

• University of San Diego School of Law, J.D., 2012
• University of Phoenix, B.S., 2006  

BAR ADMISSIONS

• All California State and Federal Courts

Katie Jeffries is the Office Manager and Law Clerk for the main office of Burton & Swett in Sutter Creek.

A recent graduate of California State University, Stanislaus, Katie received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration in Juvenile Justice.

Katie handles a broad range of responsibilities for Burton & Swett, providing essential support to all of our attorneys.

When she's not coordinating our busy office, Katie enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending free time with her boyfriend, two dogs, and her cat.