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Hunter A. Swain
About Hunter
Biography
My law practice is dedicated to helping employees fight for fairness and dignity in the workplace. I represent employees at all levels (from minimum wage workers to highly compensated executives) in all types of employment-related legal matters.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Discrimination
30%
12 years
Employment and Labor
30%
12 years
Sexual Harassment
30%
12 years
Wrongful Termination
10%
12 years
Fees and Rates
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 11 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Licensed in Colorado for 12 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in New Jersey for 11 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Swain Law, LLC
1721 North High Street, Denver, CO, 80218
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Hunter A. Swain's Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Sheena | January 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
He really fought for me!
Hunter was on my side through a somewhat complicated matter with an employer. He was pretty quick, incredibly caring and thorough in dealing with the other party. He was a really great asset to have on my side.
Posted by Deb | June 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The best to have in your corner
Hunter helped us with a very difficult situation of which I had no idea how to resolve. He got us through it and listened even when we were a bit frustrated. I would recommend him to anyone needing good legal advice for any employment matter. Deb Kennedy
Posted by Kyle | April 8, 2019 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Helped in a time of need.
I was able to go an talk to Hunter. He listened when no one else did. He helped me walk through what actions I could take and assisted me in anyway he could. He would call and answer questions and reach out via phone call almost every email just to make sure I was alright. He is a lawyer who treated ...
Posted by David | December 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Creative Director
Hunter Swain was extremely helpful when I was faced with a very difficult and unfortunate situation. He really took the time to listen, and was genuine in advocating on my behalf. He is personable, professional, and was successful in helping me navigate through my matter. I highly recommend him.
Hunter A. Swain's Lawyer Endorsements
"Hunter is a top notch lawyer. He is always one of my go to attorneys when I need to refer a potential client to someone who specializes in employment law. I also had the pleasure of going to law school with Hunter where he always excelled academically. I would highly recommend Hunter!"
"I endorse this lawyer. I've had the pleasure of working with Hunter. He has the ability to deal with minute detail and strategic complexity. I believe anyone who works with or hires Hunter will be very well served."
"Hunter is an excellent attorney, one I'm proud to know. He works hard for his clients, knows the law well, has great litigation skills, and is always working to improve his skills through attending seminars and continuing legal education events. Hunter is dedicated to representing employees. If I needed an employment attorney, he's at the top of the list."
"Hunter is smart, tough and passionate about protecting employees from exploitation and fighting for a fair day's pay"
"You cannot go wrong with Hunter Swain on your side. His legal skills are top notch, he is smart and competent, he cares about his client's and their interests, and he is very easy to work with. If Hunter Swain is on your team, then you can rest easy with the knowledge that your ultimate results will be as favorable for you as possible. I highly recommend Hunter Swain for any employment law related issue that you may face."
Anthony Munter
Employment and labor lawyer
Javed Abbas
Family lawyer
Experience
Honors
2020
2020 Rising Star in Employment & Labor Law, Colorado Super Lawyers
2019
2019 Rising Star in Employment & Labor Law, Colorado Super Lawyers
2018
2018 Rising Star in Employment & Labor Law, Colorado Super Lawyers
2017
2017 Rising Star in Employment & Labor Law, Colorado Super Lawyers
2015
Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Pro Bono Service, Civil Pro Bono Panel - United States District Court for the District of Colorado
2013
First Place, Louis Jackson Memorial Student Writing Competition in Labor and Employment Law
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Owner and Principal Attorney, Swain Law, LLC
2014 - 2018
Attorney, King & Greisen, LLP
2013 - 2014
Attorney, Outten & Golden, LLP
Associations
2019 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationTreasurer - Civil Rights Section (2019 - Present)
2016 - Present
Colorado Hispanic Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Civil Pro Bono Panel - United States District Court for the District of ColoradoPro Bono Counsel
2015 - Present
Colorado Women's Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Faculty of Federal AdvocatesMember
2013 - Present
National Employment Lawyers AssociationAnnual Convention Planning Committee (2017 - 2019)
2012 - Present
Colorado PELABoard of Directors (2020 - Present); President (2018 - 2019)
2008 - Present
American Civil Liberties UnionMember; former Board Member of Boulder County Chapter
Education
2013
University of Colorado School of Law
Juris Doctor
2009
Colorado College
Bachelor of Arts cum laude
Speaking Engagements
2019
Colorado Civil Claims Seminar
Negligent Hiring
2018
Connect, Build, Advance: 2018 National Employment Lawyers Association Annual Convention
Deadlines and Administrative Exhaustion
2018
2018 National Employment Lawyers Association Affiliate Leadership Workshop
Money for Impact: Managing Your Affiliate’s Budget, Membership Dues & Strategic Expenditures
2017
Be the Change: 2017 National Employment Lawyers Association Annual Convention
Starting Out: Basic Skills Training for New Lawyers
2016
Plaintiff's Employment Law 101
Exhaustion and Administrative Agencies
Publications
2019
Colorado Civil Claims: Elements, Defenses, and Sample Pleadings
Negligent Hiring (chapter)
2016
University of California Press
Research Assistant for "The Last Great Strike: Little Steel, the CIO, and the Struggle for Labor Rights in New Deal America"
2015
LexisNexis publication
Cited in the law school textbook "Work Law: Cases and Materials"
2014
Harvard Civil Rights-Civil Liberties Law Review
Research Assistant for "Workers Disarmed: The Campaign Against Mass Picketing and the Dilemma of Liberal Labor Rights"
2013
Institute for Law and the Workplace
Sinking the Unpaid Externship: How Many Unpaid Externships Violate the Fair Labor Standards Act and Yield Exceptionally Broad Joint Liability
Languages
English