Edward W. Swanson
About Edward W. Swanson
Edward W. Swanson is a lawyer based in San Francisco, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2003. Edward W. Swanson is recognized in the following practice areas:
- San Francisco, California
- Bet-the-Company Litigation
- Criminal Defense: General Practice
- Criminal Defense: White-Collar
Current Firm: Swanson & McNamara LLP
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 1991 and Stanford University, BA, graduated 1985
Location: San Francisco, CA
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