Edward Patrick Swan Jr. (Pat)

With more than 40 years of experience as a trial lawyer, Pat Swan has been recognized dozens of times for his representation of clients in commercial litigation and white collar matters. Pat has handled complicated commercial cases, including business disputes, antitrust, copyright, unfair business practice, trade secrets, securities fraud, and products liability. He also has been responsible for the defense of nationwide class actions and criminal investigations and prosecutions. Pat served as a federal criminal prosecutor for more than seven years and has substantial grand jury and jury trial experience.

As lead counsel, Pat has tried to conclusion numerous civil and criminal cases. He has successfully litigated and resolved significant matters involving alleged insider trading, attempted monopolization, health care fraud, breach of contract, and consumer class actions. He is currently handling several complicated commercial disputes and defending several ongoing government investigations involving allegations of civil and/or criminal wrongdoing.

Pat serves on the board and is the past president of the San Diego County Bar Foundation. He serves on the board and the Executive Committee of Pro Kids | The First Tee of San Diego, on the Executive Committee of The Legacy Foundation, and on the board of Voices for Children. He is the Firm's pro bono coordinator in San Diego and devotes time annually to pro bono activities. He was awarded "Volunteer of the Year" by the San Diego Volunteer Lawyers program, the largest nonprofit in San Diego providing legal services to the indigent population. In addition, Pat is an active member of various local, state, and national legal and bar organizations. Pat is currently on the advisory board of Best Lawyers^®.