Andy Swartz, Of Counsel

Since November 1973, Mr. Swartz has specialized in civil litigation with over 15 civil jury trials, 100 civil court trials and 100 or more arbitrations for both plaintiff and defense. Multiple million dollar verdicts or settlements.

In early 1980s Mr. Swartz served as Chairperson of the State of California Committee on Professional Responsibility and Conduct also known as the State Ethics committee on which he served for five years. Appointed by Superior Court of Monterey County as Mediator, Receiver and Referee.

Mr. Swartz has received numerous awards including by readers of the Carmel Pine Cone  “Best Attorney if You need to Sue Somebody” (or if you are being sued) seven years in a row.  Also awarded the prestigious Lewis L. Fenton Award for Excellence in Advocacy.  Mr. Swartz is and has been for five decades AV rated by Martindale Hubbell.

Mr. Swartz practice will continue with Walker & Reed in Litigation and Mediation.

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Education

  • 1970 Graduate of University of Pittsburgh

  • 1973 Graduate of University of Santa Clara School of Law (Magna cum Laude).

  • Licensed to practice law in California in 1973  

Professional Associations and Memberships