Gerald N. Swartz
Associate
New York Office
233 Broadway, Suite 2120
New York, New York 10279
Gerald N. Swartz is an associate in the New York office of Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A. With decades of experience in high-stakes litigation, he represents clients through all phases of legal proceedings, from initial case assessment and discovery through trial and the appellate process. His practice focuses on the trial defense of personal injury and property damage claims involving premises liability, products liability, major industrial and construction accidents, and complex elevator and escalator litigation.
Mr. Swartz's professional background is supported by a strong foundation in engineering principles, which provides a unique analytical lens when evaluating mechanical failures, industrial accidents, and complex liability claims. He is highly skilled in analyzing technical evidence, managing expert testimony, and drafting persuasive legal memoranda and dispositive motions that have led to significant reported decisions in both state and federal courts.
Throughout his career, Mr. Swartz has developed a reputation for technical precision in the courtroom, successfully defending a wide array of high-exposure cases. His expertise includes navigating complex regulatory frameworks and industry standards, particularly in matters involving mechanical systems and industrial safety. This specialized knowledge allows him to effectively cross-examine technical experts and simplify intricate scientific concepts for judges and juries.
Prior to joining the firm, he managed his own practice and served as a trial partner for prominent New York defense firms. Before entering the legal profession, he worked as a design engineer for a major international corporation, experience that continues to inform his technical approach to litigation and evidence analysis.
Mr. Swartz earned his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Albany Law School, where he served on the Albany Law Review and was a member of the Justinian Society. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
He is licensed to practice law in New York and is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Courts for the Southern, Eastern, and Northern Districts of New York, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, and the United States Supreme Court.
For the past thirty years, Mr. Swartz has held Martindale‑Hubbell's AV® Preeminent™ rating, the highest honor conferred by peers and the judiciary in recognition of exceptional ethical standards and professional excellence.
Memberships & Affiliations:
American Bar Association
New York State Bar Association
Society of Automotive Engineers (Lifetime Member)
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
