Atty. Brian Charles Swanson

Atty. Brian Charles Swanson

Brian Charles Swanson is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud, commercial litigation. Brian received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1994, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Chicago Chicago 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Charles Swanson at a glance

Brian Charles Swanson is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on formation, business, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Illinois (2001). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Amherst College (B.A., 1994). Active member of 2014-16, PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES AND COMMUNITY SERVICE Adjunct Professor, Northwestern University School of Law, High Tech Trial Techniques Chicago Run, Board Member Common Ground Foundation, Board Member. Serands clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Brian Charles Swanson is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud, commercial litigation
  • Brian received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1994, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Brian practices at Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP in Chicago, IL

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Charles Swanson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Charles Swanson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Illinois

Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Brian Charles Swanson

Where is Brian Charles Swanson's law office located?
Brian Charles Swanson's law practice is located in Chicago, Illinois. The firm is Bartlit Beck Herman Palenchar & Scott LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Charles Swanson handle?
Brian Charles Swanson focuses on formation, business, securities, litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Illinois.
How long has Brian Charles Swanson practiced law?
Brian Charles Swanson has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Brian Charles Swanson go to law school?
Brian Charles Swanson earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Brian Charles Swanson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 2001
B.A.
Amherst College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 2001

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