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Stacy Ward Swor
Law & Mediation
One Harbor Drive
Suite 106
Sausalito, CA 94965
Phone: (415) 383-2889
Legal Topic
Business Law
Preferred New Clients
I like to work with serious business owners who know what they want to do and are interested in no-nonsense legal counsel.
Sub-Categories
Business Law
- Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Unfair Competition
- Commercial Banks & Loans
- Commercial Leasing
- Venture Capital
- Business Successions
- Buying & Selling
- Closely Held Businesses
- Corporations
- Directors' & Officers' Liability
- Franchising
- Joint Ventures
- Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)
- Mergers, Acquisitions & Divestitures
- Nonprofits & Tax-Exempt Corporations
- Partnerships
- Professional Corporations
- Shareholders' Rights
- Breach of Contract
- Contract Disputes
- Contract Drafting & Review
- Employment Contracts
- Franchises
- International Transactions
- Non-Compete Contracts
- Uniform Commercial Code
- Warranties
- Commercial Construction Contracts
- Construction Defects
- Construction Disputes
- Mechanics' Liens
- Commercial Insurance
- Business & Trade
- International Transactions
Bar Admissions
CA, Jun 1970
Bar Number: 47183
Specialty Certifications
None applicable.
Other Court Admissions
United States Supreme Court, State and Federal Courts of California and Montana, Northern and Central District Courts of California, United States Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit, Temporary Emergency Court of Appeals.
Association Memberships
California State Bar, Montana State Bar and Marin County Bar Association.
Continuing Education
Hundreds of hours in several areas with an emphasis on business, corporate and commercial studies.
Papers and Publications
Yes. I have also appeared on numerous television and radio shows, seminars, publications and industry presentations. I have had several interviews for various magazines, industry papers and newspapers.
Example Cases
I settled a 19 year dispute with the government of Iran over the collection of unpaid contract money owing a U.S. contractor. My client received full payment and 400% interest. I also resolved a five year tax dispute with Revenue Canada (their version of the IRS). I enlisted the support of the California Congressional Delegation, the United States Embassy in Ottawa, United States Consulate in Calgary and the office of the United States Trade Representative. My client received every tax/duty dollar paid. This case involved engineering, international politics, as well as law.
Education
Degree:
B.A. Pre-Law, History & Political Science
School:
University of Montana
City:
Missoula
State:
MT
Year:
1965
Honors:
Numerous
Focus and Accomplishments:
Many awards and achievements in academic, extra-curricular and community activities.
Degree:
Juris Doctorate
School:
University of Montana
City:
Missoula
State:
MT
Year:
1968
Honors:
Numerous
Focus and Accomplishments:
Editor, District Attorney's Journal; Federal Defender Program, Moot Court
Number of Attorneys
1
State Licensed In
California and Montana
Firm Focus and History
My practice provides day to day operating legal advice for business financing, government regulation, shareholder and partner rights, mergers, dissolutions, avoiding personal liability, employment law and law of organized labor, mediation and arbitration advocate in business and construction disputes, purchase and sale agreements among corporations and shareholders, and the private placement of stock sales in corporate financing. I also specialize in business organization and growth restructuring. I believe in problem resolution through creative solutions and legal coaching that will help a client solve their own problems whenever possible. I offer negotiation, mediation and arbitration services, and pre-litigation planning and preparation.
Previous Employment Summary
I have worn many different hats throughout my career including: Assistant State Attorney General, Chief of Appellate Division, Treasury Agent, Director of Federal Departmental Hearings and Appeals, Federal Executive Officer (twice recipient of Distinguished Service Awards), corporate director, officer and Chief Operating Officer, senior counsel in large case complex federal litigation, labor negotiator, private practice attorney and Superior Court Pro Tem Judge.
Activities and Awards
Throughout my career, I have been active on non-profit boards of directors, bar association business and alternative dispute resolution organizations and chair of various other community projects.
What is your opinion regarding clients educating themselves on legal issues?
Splendid. I think it is essential that anyone in business understand what they are doing and why. I do, however, ask that before any action is taken we discuss their research in the broader context of the law.
Are you willing to review documents prepared by clients?
I am happy to do this so long as there is a clear understanding, as required by bar ethics, as to my responsibility and that of the clients.
Are you willing to coach clients who want to represent themselves?
I do it everyday. Self help and learning through experience is important to business skill development. As a professional negotiator, I enjoy helping others deal with the day to day issues they face.
Why did you decide to be a lawyer?
I enjoy the intellectual challenge of the law, the practical challenge of dealing in the real world and the interaction with others.
What work experience and education helps you be a better lawyer?
I believe that providing legal services is an important trust. Business today operates in a complex, costly and often confusing environment. My goal is to provide a worthwhile service at a fair price. I am committed to practical, cost effective service, which is individually directed to meet my clients' needs and objectives.
Why did you decide on your primary area of practice?
I was raised in a small family business and understand the hard work and demands that small businesses face.
What do you like best about your career?
I like working with motivated, business oriented individuals.
Tell us about your law firm:
I was managing partner of an eight lawyer, thirty-five paralegal civil litigation firm in San Francisco. I elected to work on my own so I could utilize my experience and skill to provide more specialized attention to my clients.
What are your strengths and style?
Although I am not sure about "unique," I bring problem solving, negotiation skills, experience and sound business judgment to the table.
I am a listener. You will find me calm, confident, assertive as needed, as well as goal and success oriented.
Personal Interests:
Family, parents, children, grandchildren, community, self-awareness and health.
Office Manager/Assistant
None
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Emergency After Hours
Yes
Foreign Languages
None
Fixed-Price Services and Fees
I bill generally by the hour but will negotiate fixed prices for incorporations, contracts, complex correspondence and other document drafting.
Hourly Rates
$250
Free Initial Consultation?
I offer a free thirty minute consultation, and if reasonable, I will review documents at no charge prior to the consultation.
Typical Retainer
$500 - $1,000
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