Atty. Peter Swire

Atty. Peter Swire

A former White House privacy official and member of President Obama's Review Group on Intelligence and Communications Technology, Peter Swire is trusted by his clients to assure award-winning privacy & data security counsel. Peter is the J.Z.

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Profile Summary

About Peter Swire at a glance

Peter Swire is a internet attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • A former White House privacy official and member of President Obama's Review Group on Intelligence and Communications Technology, Peter Swire is trusted by his clients to assure award-winning privacy & data security counsel
  • Peter is the J.Z
  • Liang Chair in the Georgia Tech School of Cybersecurity and Privacy, a professor of Law & Ethics in the Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business, and has an appointment by courtesy with the Georgia Tech School of Public Policy

Practice Areas Explained

Peter Swire's Areas of Practice

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

Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter Swire

Where is Peter Swire's law office located?
Peter Swire's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter Swire handle?
Peter Swire focuses on internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
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What awards or recognition has Peter Swire received?
Peter Swire's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law.

Practice Areas

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law
- 2026

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