Eric Swibel

Practice Areas

Eric Swibel, Co-Chair of the Litigation & Trial Department in the firm’s Chicago office, represents global market leaders in their most significant disputes. He advises clients in securities and complex commercial litigation in federal and state courts, arbitration, and government and internal investigations.

Eric advises public and private companies, broker-dealers, and investment advisers, as well as officers and directors. He helps clients navigate:

- Securities fraud lawsuits

- Shareholder derivative lawsuits

- Complex commercial litigation

- SEC enforcement investigations related to:

- Accounting

- Disclosures

- Regulatory compliance

- Insider trading

He leverages extensive experience representing large public companies and leading financial services firms to advise clients on all aspects of litigation and investigations, including business implications, sensitive whistleblower matters, and privilege.

Pro Bono

Complementing his business work, Eric has an active pro bono practice, representing clients in investigations and litigation involving various issues, including protection of constitutional rights.