Atty. Bernadette Sweeney

Atty. Bernadette Sweeney

Ms. Bernadette Sweeney is a lawyer practicing estate & trust law, advanced directives, conservatorship and 21 other areas of law.

Rockville Rockville 33 yrs experience 33 year
Call (240) 885-8320 Book Appointment

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About Bernadette Sweeney at a glance

Bernadette Sweeney is a Member based in Rockville, Maryland, practicing at Bernadette Sweeney. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and ssd. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1993), U.S. District Court, District of Maryland (1995), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1996), and District of Columbia (2001). Educated at University of Maryland (J.D., 1993) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of Montgomery County Maryland State Bar Association District of Columbia Bar. Serands clients in Rockville, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Bernadette Sweeney is a lawyer practicing estate & trust law, advanced directives, conservatorship and 21 other areas of law
  • Bernadette received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Bernadette practices at Bernadette Sweeney in Rockville, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Bernadette Sweeney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bernadette Sweeney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Bernadette Sweeney is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in Maryland →

Trusts

Bernadette Sweeney is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Maryland →

Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

Bernadette Sweeney is one of 26,532 ssd attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ssd attorneys in Maryland →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rockville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Bernadette Sweeney's law office located?
Bernadette Sweeney's law practice is located in Rockville, Maryland. The firm is Bernadette Sweeney. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bernadette Sweeney handle?
Bernadette Sweeney focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, ssd. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Bernadette Sweeney practiced law?
Bernadette Sweeney has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Bernadette Sweeney go to law school?
Bernadette Sweeney earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Bernadette Sweeney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Bernadette Sweeney received?
Bernadette Sweeney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Maryland
- 1993
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1990

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1993
U.S. District Court, District of Maryland
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2001

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