Tara Swartz
| Name: | Tara Swartz |
| Location: | Massachusetts, Suffolk County, Boston |
| General Information: | 21 years of experience | Employment Law | Kansas, Massachusetts, Missouri |
Throughout her distinguished career, Ms. Swartz has held significant leadership roles within the legal community. Notably, she served as the Chair of the Amicus Committee for the Massachusetts Chapter of the National Employment Lawyers Association from 2012-2014. Her expertise and dedication to employment law have been consistently recognized by her peers. She has been named by Massachusetts SuperLawyers as a “Rising Star” for three consecutive years from 2007 to 2009 and again in 2013. Subsequently, from 2014 to 2020, she was honored as a “Super Lawyer” in the field of labor and employment law.
Bringing almost two decades of experience to the table, Attorney Swartz is committed to providing diligent, collaborative, and cost-effective representation. She believes in giving each case her personal attention and guidance. Her approach involves:
- Listening attentively to client concerns,
- Analyzing key components of each case,
- Exploring creative solutions,
- Maintaining a global perspective,
all while guiding clients through every step of their legal journey. Attorney Swartz’s methodical yet compassionate approach ensures that each client receives thorough and personalized legal advice tailored to their unique situation.
In her practice, Tara Swartz specializes in employment law, focusing on a broad spectrum of issues including Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA compliance, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower cases, and Wrongful Termination. Her expertise extends to handling cases related to Discrimination—be it age, race, national origin, gender, sex, pregnancy, or religion—Sexual Harassment Retaliation, Whistleblowing under the False Claims Act across Healthcare and Financial sectors, Wage & Hour disputes involving Unpaid Wages or Overtime claims for both employees and independent contractors, along with Employment Agreements encompassing Non-competition, Non-Solicitation, and Non-Disclosure clauses. Additionally, she adeptly manages cases regarding Medical Conditions under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), ensuring reasonable accommodations are made for those in need.
Tara is admitted to practice in multiple jurisdictions since 2002: Massachusetts and the 1st Circuit Federal Court; since 2015: Kansas (including the Kansas Supreme Court) and Missouri through The Missouri Bar. This wide-ranging admission across state lines showcases her versatility and dedication to advocating for employee rights irrespective of geographic boundaries.
Understanding the financial constraints that may come with legal battles, Tara offers various fee structures to accommodate her clients’ needs. She accepts Credit Cards (Visa, MC, Discover, American Express), Venmo, and PayPal for convenience. Furthermore, while not all cases may qualify for contingency plans due to their nature or complexity, Tara strives to accept contingencies wherever feasible. For scenarios where contingency agreements are not viable options, she collaborates closely with her clients to develop a customized fee schedule that ensures access to justice without undue financial burden.
Throughout her illustrious career, Tara has been honored with numerous awards that highlight her standing as a top-tier lawyer in Employment Law. These recognitions are a reflection of her deep understanding of the law, strategic legal acumen, and the high esteem in which she is held by both her peers and clients:
- Named Super Lawyer, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2020
- Named Super Lawyer, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2019
- Named Super Lawyer, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2018
- Named Super Lawyer, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2017
- Named Super Lawyer, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2016
- Named Super Lawyer, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2015
- Named Super Lawyer, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2014
- Named Rising Star, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2013
- Named Rising Star, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2009
- Named Rising Star, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2008
- Named Rising Star, Employment Law: Massachusetts and New England Super Lawyers 2007
This impressive list not only showcases Tara’s consistent excellence over more than a decade but also her growth from a Rising Star to an established Super Lawyer in her field. Her awards mirror her dedication to upholding the highest standards of legal service and advocacy for those she represents. Tara Swartz is indeed an exemplary lawyer whose contributions to employment law have left an indelible mark on the legal landscape of Massachusetts and New England.