Atty. C. Hall Swaim

Atty. C. Hall Swaim

C. Hall Swaim is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, intellectual property.

Boston Boston 62 yrs experience 62 year
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Profile Summary

About C. Hall Swaim at a glance

C. Hall Swaim is a Retired Partner based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at WilmerHale. They have 62+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1964. Their practice focuses on ip and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1964), Texas (1965), Massachusetts (1971), and New York (1983). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1964) and Colorado School of Mines (Geophysical Engineer, 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • C. Hall Swaim is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, intellectual property
  • C. Hall received a degree from Colorado School of Mines in 1961, and has been licensed for 62 years
  • C. Hall practices at WilmerHale in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

C. Hall Swaim's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases C. Hall Swaim handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

C. Hall Swaim is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about C. Hall Swaim

Where is C. Hall Swaim's law office located?
C. Hall Swaim's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is WilmerHale. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does C. Hall Swaim handle?
C. Hall Swaim focuses on ip, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has C. Hall Swaim practiced law?
C. Hall Swaim has 62+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1964.
Where did C. Hall Swaim go to law school?
C. Hall Swaim earned their education at (J.D., 1964); (Geophysical Engineer, 1961).
How can I contact C. Hall Swaim for a consultation?
You can contact C. Hall Swaim directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has C. Hall Swaim received?
C. Hall Swaim's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1964
Geophysical Engineer
Colorado School of Mines
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1964
Texas
Admitted: 1965
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1971
New York
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Supreme Court registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 1984

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