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Andrew E. Swan

Litigation Attorney at Denver, CO

5.0   9 reviews
  • State Years
    Colorado - CO 9 years
    Alaska - AK 10 years
    Washington - WA 12 years
  • Licensed for 9 years
    State CO
    Acquired 2013
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 10 years
    State AK
    Acquired 2012
    Status
    Active No misconduct found
  • Licensed for 12 years
    State WA
    Acquired 2011
    Status
    Active No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Andrew

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Andrew Swan is a founding shareholder of Leventhal Lewis, an AV Preeminent®-rated civil litigation firm (Martindale-Hubbell’s highest possible rating for professional ability and ethical standards). Andrew litigates high-stakes cases throughout the United States. He has represented internationally prominent individuals and a number of high-profile companies. Andrew practices employment law, general civil and commercial litigation, class and collective actions, and crisis management.

Repeatedly voted by his peers as a “Top Attorney” in multiple practice areas, Andrew has been awarded Avvo’s top rating of Superb. Now selected as a “Super Lawyer,” Andrew was a Super Lawyers® “Rising Star” litigator for four years. An experienced litigator described Andrew as “one of the best attorneys in the country,” and a federal judge praised his “excellent legal and litigation abilities.” Because of those abilities, Andrew has represented lawyers, judges, and political figures in a variety of matters.

Andrew Swan Andrew zealously pursues successful resolution of his clients’ legal issues in adversarial proceedings. He has served as lead counsel in numerous multi-million dollar actions and has won trials in state, federal, and administrative courts. In his successful appellate practice, Andrew has set precedent in a variety of fields, including, among others, subject matter jurisdiction and whistleblower protection. Another attorney said that “Andrew is an extraordinarily effective advocate because he knows how to distill complex legal issues to their core.”

Noted by his clients and other attorneys for his creativity, attention to detail, and absolute dedication, Andrew brings this same focus to mediations and settlement conferences and has reached remarkable outcomes for his clients without having to go through trial (including several seven-figure settlements).

Andrew assists in developing proactive approaches to minimize risk and liability, ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and respond to the fallout, both legal and public relational, of operational complications. He works directly with diverse stakeholders not just to understand, but to hone and clarify, his clients’ objectives.

Andrew studied law at the University of Denver, George Washington University, and Georgetown University. He was a teaching and research assistant in constitutional law and legal research and writing courses. After law school and post-graduate legal study, Andrew served a judicial clerkship in Washington.

He has written in a wide range of fields, including environmental law, oral advocacy, and bioethics. Andrew consults nationally on litigation strategy and has taught public speaking at the United States Air Force Academy, the University of Colorado at Boulder, the University of California Los Angeles, and Stanford University. Outside of the office and the courtroom, Andrew enjoys travel, opera, and spending time with his family.

Contact Andrew

Leventhal Lewis Kuhn Taylor Swan PC
3773 Cherry Creek North Drive, Suite 710
Denver, CO, 80209
Leventhal Lewis Kuhn Taylor Swan PC
620 North Tejon Street, Suite 101
Colorado Springs, CO, 80903
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Posted by Paul | August 22, 2022
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Supportive and accommodating
I was in distress and needed guidance before signing a severance agreement. Andrew Swan patiently explained the concerning details and explored my situation. If I had anything more complex, I would feel confident in hiring him.
Posted by Katherine | January 18, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Sharp Legal Mind and Talented Negotiator
Andrew Swan is one of the sharpest legal minds I've ever had the opportunity to have on my side. His legal work and top-notch negotiating delivered results that were well beyond my expectations. My employment issue involved contested equity grants, in an industry with complex ownership structures due to regulations. I met with over a dozen ' top attorneys - that didn't impress me or wouldn't take the case due to the complexity. Then I met with Andrew, within the first fifteen minutes, I knew I had found the right legal partner. Andrew broke down and mapped out the issues in my case so swiftly and clearly that he blew me away. I would not hesitate to work with him and the firm again.
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Posted by Andy | September 29, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Strategic and Sophisticated
If you're looking for a litigation attorney, something has gone wrong. You won't go wrong by hiring Mr. Swan. He has a great sense of what steps to take to address whatever has gone wrong. He quickly understood our goals, pushed back to make sure we were being reasonable, and then proposed a strategy. Mr. Swan is refreshingly candid but understanding. He gave us confidence about where things stood.
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Posted by Nathaniel | August 23, 2021
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| Consulted Attorney
Polite Straight Shooter
Andrew is certainly on the nicer and more polite side of lawyers I've encountered. What really set him apart was he managed to mix politeness with directness. He didn't beat around the bush and objectively examined my case before giving his legal opinion.
Posted by Victor | June 10, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Skip the rest
I have worked with a lot of attorneys in complex civil litigation and Mr. Swan is the top of the top. Don't waste your time, just go see him.
Posted by Sam | May 14, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
The best in the business
I talked with a lot of attorneys about my issue and several of them referred me to Mr. Swan. I know why, he's the best around. Mr. Swan is scary smart and knows his stuff.
Posted by Sandra | May 13, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Exceptional
I have never met a better lawyer than Andrew Swan. From our consultation, Mr. Swan was insightful and blunt and told me exactly what I needed to hear even when I didn't want to hear it. Plus he's so nice! I was successful in my employment case because of his strategy and hard work. Yes, you can find cheaper lawyers but you get what you paid for. He's worth every cent.
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Posted by Penny | August 11, 2015
Professional, diligent & articulate, with thorough knowledge of proceedings and risk/cost ratios of litigation.
What I found most valuable about Andrew Swan, is that he very carefully explained any risks and associated costs of particular legal proceedings surrounding our case. When he explained that we had a certain percentage of a chance toward getting a motion granted or denied, he was spot-on in his assessment of those percentages, and the risks involved. In addition, he was very aggressive with our counter-suit claims (which made all of the difference in terms of the end outcome) in our final proceedings. This is the best legal counsel myself, any my company, has ever received from any attorney. He was happy to discuss, in detail, all of the components and variables surrounding the issues in our case. Andrew didn't just take legal action when needed, he gave valuable counsel regarding the outcome, risks and costs of those actions and proceedings. As a client who is unfamiliar with many such proceedings, this enabled us to make careful, calculated decisions regarding how to move forward, and what it would cost. Most importantly, he was JUST as articulate and detailed in his filings and motions. The value of this notion of perfectionism when it comes to filing motions, claims, and other written correspondences to the court simply cannot be emphasized enough. From the beginning, it was obvious that he likes what he does, and he is very good at what he does. My business partner and I were confident in his professionalism, and his abilities, and as a result of Andrew's competence, we won our case in a timely manner without delay. Would we hire him again? Absolutely, and without question.
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Posted by Melanie | March 10, 2015
If you are a business owner involved in litigation, this is the guy you want to handle your case.
Hire him before your opposition can retain him. Andrew Swan is what every lawyer should be. I was lucky enough to hire him to handle some litigation for me. He's trustworthy, and he knows the law like the back of his hand. Moreover, he keeps an eye on costs, and doesn't empty your bank account. He's done such a good job for my company, I'd give him ten stars, if I could.
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Resume

AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Shareholder
  • Leventhal Lewis Kuhn Taylor Swan PC
  • 2013 - Present
  • Attorney
  • Choate Law Firm
  • 2011 - 2012
  • Judicial Law Clerk
  • Washington State Superior Court
  • 2010 - 2011
  • Clerk
  • Law Offices of Donald Goldy
  • 2009 - 2010
  • Teaching Assistant, Constitutional Law
  • University Of Denver Sturm College Of Law
  • 2009 - 2009
  • Legal Intern
  • Platte River Power Authority
  • 2008 - 2009
  • Teaching Assistant, Lawyering Process (Legal Writing/Research)
  • University Of Denver Sturm College Of Law
  • 2008 - 2008
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Education

  • George Washington University
  • LL.M - Master of Laws
  • 2011
  • George Washington University National Law Center
  • LL.M - Master of Laws
  • 2011
  • Georgetown University Law Center
  • LL.M - Master of Laws
  • 2011
  • University of Denver Sturm College of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 2010
  • Willamette University
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 2005
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Legal Cases

  • Nickerson v. Network Solutions, LLC; 339 P.3d 526 (Colo. 2014)
  • Successful outcome from Colorado Supreme Court.
  • Dietz v. Cypress Semiconductor Corporation; 2014-SOX-2 (OALJ 2014)
  • Seven-figure verdict for client after trial.
  • Shaw et al. v. Interthinx, Inc. et al.; 2013cv01229 (D. Colo. 2013)
  • Seven-figure settlement for hundreds of professionals throughout the United States in the mortgage and loan industry.

Associations

  • Faculty of Federal Advocates
  • Member
  • 2015 - Present
  • Ben S. Wendelken American Inn of Court
  • Chair
  • 2013 - Present
  • American Inns of Court
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Colorado Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • El Paso County Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2013 - Present
  • Alaska Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2012 - Present
  • Washington State Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
  • American Bar Association
  • Member
  • 2011 - Present
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • French

Honors and Awards

  • AV Preeminent Top Rated Law Firm
  • Martindale-Hubbell®
  • 2022
  • Top Attorney
  • Colorado Springs Style Magazine
  • 2018
  • Top 100 High Stakes Litigator
  • America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators
  • 2018
  • Labor & Employment Law, Civil Litigation, and Business Law
  • Lead Counsel Rated
  • 2018
  • Rising Star: Employment Litigation
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2018
  • Top Attorney
  • Colorado Springs Style Magazine
  • 2017
  • Top 100 High Stakes Litigator
  • America's Top 100 High Stakes Litigators
  • 2017
  • Labor & Employment Law, Civil Litigation, and Business Law
  • Lead Counsel Rated
  • 2017
  • Rising Star: Employment Litigation
  • Super Lawyers
  • 2017
  • Top Attorney
  • Colorado Springs Style Magazine
  • 2016
  • Top Attorney
  • Colorado Springs Style Magazine
  • 2015
  • Davis Scholar
  • Davis Foundation
  • 2008
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Publications

  • Forbes
  • How To Find The Millennials Who Will Lead Your Company (by Sher, Robert)
  • 2014
  • Planning & Environmental Law
  • The Growing Role of Nonuse Values in Land Use Planning and Environmental Law (with Laitos, Jan)
  • 2011
  • Victory Briefs
  • Advanced Extemp (Textbook)
  • 2005
  • Victory Briefs
  • How to Extemp (Textbook)
  • 2005
  • Victory Briefs
  • Economics for Extempers (Textbook)
  • 2005
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Attorney endorsements

Received (5)
Given (18)
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Personal injury Attorney | Jan 27
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Andrew is a skilled, dedicated, and conscientious advocate for his clients. I wholeheartedly endorse Andrew."
Personal injury Attorney | Jan 20
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have had the distinct please of working with Andrew on a number of matters, including a hard-fought and complex premises liability case. Andrew is an extremely smart, passionate, and hardworking lawyer. He is a talented writer and has a thorough understanding of the law. He provides incomparable client service, and he has a great track record of success. I enthusiastically endorse Andrew for your legal needs, especially when the stakes are high."
Employment and labor Attorney | Aug 10
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked with Mr. Swan on a number of matters. He is well-versed in the law, a superb writer, a keen tactician, and an overall excellent advocate for his clients. Whether it is a simple dispute or complex litigation, I highly recommend Mr. Swan."
Employment and labor Attorney | Aug 07
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I have worked extensively with Andy on a number of matters, and have been continually impressed with his understanding of the law and his genuine concern for doing the best job possible for his clients, with both empathy and focus."
Litigation Attorney | Mar 10
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse Andrew wholeheartedly! He is knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and courteous. His personable demeanor, sharp mind, and excellent legal skills always make him very pleasant to work with."
Criminal defense
Divorce and separation
Medical malpractice
Employment and labor
Criminal defense
Employment and labor
Personal injury
Personal injury
Employment and labor
Class action
Estate planning
Intellectual property
Personal injury
Criminal defense
Employment and labor
Chapter 11 bankruptcy

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Denver Litigation Lawyer Andrew E. Swan
Andrew E. Swan
Litigation Attorney
Denver, CO
Licensed for 12 years