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Molly Elisabeth Swartz, Business Attorney in San Francisco, California

Over 15 years of legal practice · focused on Business and Environmental

AttorneyatPaul Hastings LLP

San Francisco, CA

Practicing business in San Francisco since 2011.

15+
Years practicing
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Molly Elisabeth Swartz is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Environmental. Molly has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paul Hastings LLP.

Based in
San Francisco, CA
Experience
over 15 years
Known for
Business · Environmental
  • Handles Business and Environmental matters from San Francisco, CA.
  • Over 15 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Molly Elisabeth Swartz: Molly Elisabeth Swartz is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Environmental. Molly has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paul Hastings LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Molly takes on

Molly concentrates on business and environmental. Each area below outlines the kind of case Molly handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in San Francisco, California

Molly takes business matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Molly agrees to represent you.

Environmental cases in San Francisco, California

Molly takes environmental matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Molly agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Molly Elisabeth Swartz — business lawyer in San Francisco

Molly Elisabeth Swartz is an attorney based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business and Environmental. Molly has over 15 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Paul Hastings LLP.

Molly Elisabeth Swartz is a lawyer practicing environmental law, business law. Molly received a degree from Univ of Pennsylvania LS, and has been licensed for 15 years. Molly practices at Paul Hastings LLP in San Francisco, CA.

How Molly handles business matters

Molly Elisabeth Swartz is a lawyer practicing environmental law, business law. Molly received a degree from Univ of Pennsylvania LS, and has been licensed for 15 years. Molly practices at Paul Hastings LLP in San Francisco, CA.

Who Molly represents

Molly reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and environmental matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Univ of Pennsylvania LS Philadelphia PA Yale Univ New Haven CT

Jurisdictions

Molly's state bar admissions

  • California

    2011 · ACTIVE

Molly studied at — in Univ of Pennsylvania LS Philadelphia PA Yale Univ New Haven CT.

Law school and academic background

Molly completed — in Univ of Pennsylvania LS Philadelphia PA Yale Univ New Haven CT. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Molly runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Locations

Molly Elisabeth Swartz's office in San Francisco

Molly's primary office is at 55 Second Street, Twenty-Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA, 94105. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Paul Hastings LLP

55 Second Street, Twenty-Fourth Floor

San Francisco, CA 94105

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Hiring guide

How to hire Molly Elisabeth Swartz — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Molly usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Molly charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Molly'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; Molly will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in San Francisco, California

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 Molly

Molly 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. Molly confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Molly'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 Molly Elisabeth Swartz

  • How much does it cost to hire Molly for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Molly walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Molly offer a free consultation?

    Molly charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Molly's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Molly's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in California 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. Molly gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Molly take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?

    Molly is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Molly 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 Molly?

    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. Molly will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Molly accepting new business clients right now?

    Molly's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California

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