About Scott Alexander
Scott Alexander Swain built his legal foundation at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles. He completed the work necessary to earn his law degree there, then moved into practice. His career has been steady rather than flashy. He has taken on a range of matters and developed a practical approach to solving legal problems.
After law school, Swain entered private practice and spent time learning the mechanics of courtroom procedure and client counseling. He has handled filings, motions and courtroom appearances, and has worked on transactional matters as clients required. Colleagues describe him as methodical and clear in his communication. He prefers plain language when explaining legal risks and options to clients.
Swain is currently an attorney at Block LLP. At the firm he participates in client representation, drafting and negotiation, and courtroom work when cases go to trial. He works alongside other lawyers at Block LLP on matters that require careful factual development and steady litigation strategy. His practice benefits from an emphasis on thorough preparation and a pragmatic view about how disputes are resolved.
He maintains active memberships in professional associations and takes part in continuing legal education to keep current on developments in the law. Those memberships provide a network of peers and a forum for discussing new authorities and legal techniques. Swain uses those resources to refine his practice and to ensure his work reflects recent legal developments.
Clients and colleagues note that Swain favors a disciplined, evidence-based approach. He aims to identify the key issues quickly, gather the necessary information and present a clear plan for moving forward. In negotiations he tries to balance firm advocacy with a realistic appraisal of settlement prospects. In the courtroom he focuses on clarity and organization rather than theatrics.
Outside of the immediate demands of client work, Swain contributes to the work flow of his office by mentoring junior staff and sharing practical tips on case management. He values efficient procedures that reduce duplication and keep matters on schedule. He has built a reputation within his firm for steady effort and for producing concise, useful work product.
He currently practices at Block LLP, where his work spans client counseling, transactional matters and litigation, handling cases and client matters across several areas of law.
