Prior to joining Coffey Modica, Schuyler developed a diverse litigation background across insurance defense, veterans’ disability law, civil rights, and criminal defense matters. He most recently served as a VA-accredited attorney, where he managed a substantial caseload of disability claims and appeals, conducted evidentiary development, drafted legal briefs, and appeared at hearings before the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Board of Veterans’ Appeals. Earlier in his career, he worked in insurance defense litigation, conducting depositions, drafting dispositive motions, and appearing in state court.

Schuyler also brings a strong foundation of leadership and service from his prior military career. He served honorably in the United States Navy as a Master-at-Arms, where he trained and supervised security personnel, ensured compliance with military justice and training standards, and supported critical defense operations during an overseas deployment.

He served from 2012 to 2019, achieving the rank of E-5. During his service, he deployed to Naval Support Facility Deveselu, Romania, in support of a Presidential Directive implementing Aegis Ashore Missile Defense capabilities. He is a three-time recipient of the Navy-Marine Corps Achievement Medal in recognition of his performance and dedication.

Schuyler’s work in veterans’ disability advocacy is deeply personal. After witnessing his father endure years of denied VA claims despite favorable evidence, Schuyler undertook representation and successfully guided him through the process. That experience revealed the systemic challenges many veterans face and solidified his commitment to this area of law.

For the past three years, Schuyler has focused his legal practice on assisting veterans through claims development, appeals, and strategic record building. He approaches each matter with persistence, attention to detail, and a strong belief that veterans deserve clear guidance and committed advocacy.

He considers this work a continuation of service — applying legal skill and personal experience to support those who have served our country.

He earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad College of Law, where he received multiple academic honors, including CALI Book Awards in Legal Research and Writing. Swanton holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, cum laude, from Saint Leo University. Schuyler is admitted to practice in the State of Florida.