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Richard Swartz, Esquire, is a founding member of Swartz Swidler, LLC, a boutique law firm that focuses on employment litigation and counseling in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Previously, Richard practiced law in the labor and employment departments of Ballard Spahr, Pepper Hamilton, and Blank Rome. Drawing on this big firm experience, Richard offers the "know how" associated with big firms along with the "personal contact" associated with the boutique.
Richard received his Juris Doctorate from Temple University School of Law in 1997. While at Temple, he interned for the Honorable Robert S. Gawthrop, III, U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
Prior to attending law school, Richard received his Bachelor of Arts from the Curtis Institute of Music where he majored in French Horn. He played the French Horn professionally with such organizations as the Opera Company of Philadelphia, the Philly Pops with Peter Nero, the Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, the Pennsylvania Ballet, and, as a substitute, with the Philadelphia Orchestra.
Richard is admitted to the Supreme Courts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, and to the United States District Courts for the District of New Jersey and the Eastern and Middle Districts of Pennsylvania, and to the Third Circuit.
Richard is conversational in Spanish and welcomes the opportunity to brush up on his Spanish with clients. While at Temple, Richard was a member of L.A.L.S.A.
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Practice Area
Employment and Labor
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29 years
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Licenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 28 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1997
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 41 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
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Posted by Leslie | August 15, 2023 | Employment & Labor
Employment issue
My husband and I had an employment question. Richard was thorough, patient, and actually listened to our issue. We felt overwhelmed with the situation we were facing and he put us at ease. I highly recommend Richard and his firm. The bonus to all of this his staff, Donna, called us right away, go...
Posted by David | September 15, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Richard is awesome
Richard helped me with an employment contract and was hugely helpful and responsive. He has a deep understanding of employment law and is very easy to work with. I highly recommend him!
Posted by anonymous | April 25, 2022 | Contracts & Agreements
Global Sales Director
I spoke to Richard about a noncompete agreement in place with my current employer. He was very knowledgeable and took the time to review everything with me in detail. He patiently answered all of my related questions and left me with a clear legal understanding of my situation. I will absolutely u...
Posted by anonymous | October 08, 2021 | Employment & Labor
Listened carefully and well, very helpful
I consulted with Mr. Swartz about law related to separating from my current employer, about Title IX concerns, and about FMLA eligibility and procedures to follow. His answers were succinct and on point. I feel much more certain about how to move forward, after his talk. I would have no hesitatio...
Posted by John | August 27, 2021 | Lawsuits & Disputes
The proof is in the pudding!!
He was fair on his decision. On what could happen and what mite happen. Next stop for me civil court. I definitely learned a lot. When it comes to lawyers and corporations
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Cathy Brackin
Social Security & Disability lawyer
Francis Cosky
Real estate lawyer
Ryan Wertman
Corporate and incorporation lawyer
Justin Swidler
Employment and labor lawyer
Kenneth Kleinman
Employment and labor lawyer
Edward Groh
Employment and labor lawyer
David Zatuchni
Employment and labor lawyer
Michael Homans
Employment and labor lawyer
John Penberthy
Business lawyer
Ian Siminoff
Employment and labor lawyer
Edward Groh
Employment and labor lawyer
Alexander Nemiroff
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
Honors
2014
Awesome Attorney, South Jersey Magazine
1990
Winner of Chamber Music Competition, Los Angelos Philharmonic Institute
Work Experience
1998 - 2006
Associate Attorney - Labor & Employment, Blank Rome, Pepper Hamilton, Ballard Spahr
Associations
2004 - 2008
Camden County Partnership for ChildrenBoard of Directors
2003 - 2009
Cerebral Palsy of New JerseyBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
C. Amuso v. N.B.S., Inc.
Verdict for my client, the plaintiff
G.F. v. P.M.
Case settled after close of second day of arbitration hearing.
Education
N/A
Temple University - James E. Beasley School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
The Curtis Institute of Music
Bachelor of Music
Speaking Engagements
2014
Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI) - 19th Annual Employment Law Institute
FLSA - Wage and Hour - Minimum Wage and Overtime Primer
2013
Understanding Damages & Indemnities in Commercial Contracts (Employment Related Contracts Section)
Contracts in the Employment World - Damages Available
2013
Rutgers Law School Employment Law Class
FLSA - Wage and Hour, Overtime Primer
2012
SJPA: CLE for NJCP
Relevant Court Rules for Paralegals
2012
PBI - 18th Annual Employment Law Institute
Litigating Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) Claims
2011
Ethical Issues in FLSA Collective Actions
FLSA Wage and Hour Ethical Issues
2011
Employment Law from A to Z in PA
Employment Law from A to Z in PA
2010
PBI Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Damages in the Employment Arena
2008
Understanding and Complying With the Ever- Changing Employment and Labor Laws in Pennsylvania
Understanding and Complying With the Ever- Changing Employment and Labor Laws in Pennsylvania
2007
Employment Law A-Z
Employment Law A-Z in Pennsylvania
2007
Employment Discrimination Law
Employment Discrimination Law in New Jersey
2005
Lorman Education Services
Payroll Management in New Jersey
Publications
2015
Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI)
Consequences of Misclassifying Employees
2015
Rutgers Law School
Guest Speaker
2014
Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI)
PA and Federal Wage and Hour Law Basics
2013
Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI)
Understanding Damages & Indemnities in Commercial Contracts (Employment Related Contracts Section)
2012
nj-discrimination.com blog
Facebook Passwords . . . Employers, Be Careful What You Ask For
2012
PBI - 18th Annual Employment Law Institute
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) Legal Update
2011
CLE
FLSA Wage and Hour Ethical Issues
2011
Lorman Education Services publication
Employment Law from A to Z in Pennsylvania
2007
Lorman Education Services publication
Employment Law A-Z in Pennsylvania
2005
Lorman Education Services publication
Payroll Management in New Jersey
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
IS THERE A LAW THAT AN EMPLOYER HAS TO ABIDE BY DOCTORS ORDERS/NOTE?
13 Nov 2013
Q&A
Fmla and a sick child?
14 Jun 2013
Q&A
Question on NJ employment law relating to bonus 'holdback'.
19 Jun 2013