Atty. Alan Edward Swerdlow

Atty. Alan Edward Swerdlow

Alan Edward Swerdlow is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, indemnity, insurance bad faith and 5 other areas of law. Alan received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Alan Edward Swerdlow at a glance

Alan Edward Swerdlow is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, civil rights, insurance, and international. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific (J.D., 1987) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1984). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Alameda County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Alan Edward Swerdlow is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, indemnity, insurance bad faith and 5 other areas of law
  • Alan received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Alan practices at Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Alan Edward Swerdlow's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alan Edward Swerdlow handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Civil Rights

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Alan Edward Swerdlow is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →

International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Alan Edward Swerdlow

Where is Alan Edward Swerdlow's law office located?
Alan Edward Swerdlow's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Lewis, Brisbois, Bisgaard & Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan Edward Swerdlow handle?
Alan Edward Swerdlow focuses on personal injury, civil rights, insurance, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Alan Edward Swerdlow practiced law?
Alan Edward Swerdlow has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Alan Edward Swerdlow go to law school?
Alan Edward Swerdlow earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (A.B., 1984).
How can I contact Alan Edward Swerdlow for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Alan Edward Swerdlow received?
Alan Edward Swerdlow's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific
- 1987
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1984

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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