Susan Swan

Susan Swan is an accomplished employment attorney with a proven record of fighting for employees who have experienced unfair treatment at work. She has led twenty jury trials as first and only chair, winning key verdicts in cases involving sexual harassment and wage theft. Her approach is assertive, strategic, and client-focused.

Susan began her academic path with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She later earned her Juris Doctor from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law in 2005. While in law school, she co-led a legal clinic for the homeless and was honored for outstanding performance in advocacy and systemic reform.

Susan’s legal experience is broad and impactful. Susan started as a Labor Litigation Associate in Los Angeles, representing workers in union-related disputes. She also served as a Deputy District Attorney in Ventura County, where she completed 19 jury trials and over 75 hearings, earning a Trial Leader award in 2009. Her background spans public and private sectors, including civil rights and employee litigation.

Susan’s practice includes claims of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and wage violations. She has secured multiple six- and seven-figure settlements and has earned recognition as one of San Diego’s Top 25 Women Attorneys by Super Lawyers. Her courtroom success is backed by years of litigation, mediation, and legal writing experience.

Licensed to practice in California and multiple federal courts, Susan is also admitted to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Her professional affiliations and consistent advocacy highlight her leadership in employment law. She continues to serve as a resource for employees seeking justice and equitable treatment in the workplace.

Susan Swan brings dedication, sharp litigation skills, and a commitment to empowering workers. Her legal victories and community leadership make her one of San Diego’s most respected employment attorneys.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Swan Employment Law

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University of California, Hastings College of the Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Wisconsin-Madison
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Awards & Badges