Brian Stephen Schwartz, Securities Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 14 years of legal practice
AssociateatProskauer Rose LLP
Boston, MA
Practicing securities in Boston since 2012.
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Brian Stephen Schwartz is an associate based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Securities. Brian has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Proskauer Rose LLP.
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- Boston, MA
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- Securities
- Handles Securities matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Brian Stephen Schwartz: Brian Stephen Schwartz is an associate based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Securities. Brian has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Proskauer Rose LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Brian Stephen Schwartz
Brian concentrates on securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Securities cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Brian takes securities matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Brian Stephen Schwartz — Over 14 years of Massachusetts securities experience
Brian Stephen Schwartz is an associate based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Securities. Brian has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Proskauer Rose LLP.
Brian Stephen Schwartz is a lawyer practicing private investment funds. Brian received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years. Brian practices at Proskauer Rose LLP in Boston, MA.
How Brian handles securities matters
Brian Stephen Schwartz is a lawyer practicing private investment funds. Brian received a A.B. degree from Dartmouth College in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years. Brian practices at Proskauer Rose LLP in Boston, MA.
Who Brian represents
Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for securities matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Brian Stephen Schwartz's legal education and bar admissions
Duke University School of Law
J.D. · 2011
Dartmouth College
A.B. · 2008
Jurisdictions
Brian's state bar admissions
Massachusetts
2014 · ACTIVE
New York
2012 · ACTIVE
Brian studied at J.D. in Duke University School of Law and A.B. in Dartmouth College.
Law school and academic background
Brian completed J.D. in Duke University School of Law and A.B. in Dartmouth College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Brian Stephen Schwartz's office in Boston
Brian's primary office is at One International Place, Boston, MA, 02110-2600. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Brian Stephen Schwartz — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new securities attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a securities attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many securities matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian
Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in securities practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every securities matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many securities practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Brian Stephen Schwartz
How much does it cost to hire Brian for a securities case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Brian offer a free consultation?
Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some securities attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.
How long do securities cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple securities matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Brian is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Brian accepting new securities clients right now?
Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Securities attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
Brian handles securities matters throughout Massachusetts. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified securities attorneys in that community.
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