Eric W. Swanis, Business Attorney in Las Vegas, Nevada
focused on Business and Litigation
Las Vegas, NV
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Eric W. Swanis is an attorney based in Las Vegas, NEVADA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
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- Las Vegas, NEVADA
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- Business · Litigation
- Handles Business and Litigation matters from Las Vegas, NEVADA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
About Eric W. Swanis: Eric W. Swanis is an attorney based in Las Vegas, NEVADA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Eric takes on
Eric concentrates on business and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Eric handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Las Vegas, Nevada
Eric takes business matters in Las Vegas, Nevada. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Las Vegas, Nevada
Eric takes litigation matters in Las Vegas, Nevada. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Eric agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Eric W. Swanis — business lawyer in Las Vegas
Eric W. Swanis is an attorney based in Las Vegas, NEVADA. The practice focuses on Business and Litigation.
Eric W. Swanis is an experienced trial lawyer who represents local, national and international companies in a wide array of complex litigation cases, including financial services, bankruptcy, product liability, business and shareholder disputes, technology, intellectual property, employment, construction, mechanic’s lien, and real estate matters. A native of Nevada, Eric has wide-ranging experience trying and arbitrating cases in both federal and state courts.
How Eric handles business matters
Eric W. Swanis is an experienced trial lawyer who represents local, national and international companies in a wide array of complex litigation cases, including financial services, bankruptcy, product liability, business and shareholder disputes, technology, intellectual property, employment, construction, mechanic’s lien, and real estate matters. A native of Nevada, Eric has wide-ranging…
Who Eric represents
Eric reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and litigation matters in Las Vegas and the surrounding Nevada area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Pepperdine University
J.D. · 1999
Jurisdictions
Eric's state bar admissions
Nevada, State Bar of
ACTIVE
Eric studied at J.D. in Pepperdine University.
Law school and academic background
Eric completed J.D. in Pepperdine University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Eric runs in Nevada is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Eric has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — U.S. Office of Personnel Management, Presidential Rank Award Recipient, 2002
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nevada Business magazine, "Southern Nevada Legal Elite," 2010
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, Mountain States Super Lawyers, 2012-2013
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — U.S. Office of Personnel Management, Presidential Rank Award Recipient, 2002 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Nevada Business magazine, "Southern Nevada Legal Elite," 2010 (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers magazine, Mountain States Super Lawyers, 2012-2013 (2026).
Locations
Eric W. Swanis's office in Las Vegas
Eric's primary office is at 10845 Griffith Peak Drive, Las Vegas, Nevada, 10845. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Eric W. Swanis — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Eric usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Eric charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric'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; Eric will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Las Vegas, Nevada
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Eric
Eric discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Eric confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Eric's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Eric W. Swanis
How much does it cost to hire Eric for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Eric walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Eric offer a free consultation?
Eric charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Eric's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Eric's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Nevada typically take?
Simple business 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. Eric gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Eric take my case if I'm outside Las Vegas?
Eric is licensed in Nevada. Matters governed by Nevada law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Eric 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 Eric?
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. Eric will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Eric accepting new business clients right now?
Eric's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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