Atty. David W. Sweet

Atty. David W. Sweet

David W. Sweet is a lawyer practicing administrative law, federal regulation, government relations and 4 other areas of law.

Harrisburg Harrisburg 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About David W. Sweet at a glance

David W. Sweet is a business, zoning, government, and energy attorney based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, practicing at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylva (1981). Educated at The Penn State Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of Chicago (M.A. University, 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of National Association of Bond Lawyers Pennsylvania Association of Bond Lawyers Dauphin County Bar Association. Serands clients in Harrisburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David W. Sweet is a lawyer practicing administrative law, federal regulation, government relations and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a M.A. degree from University of Chicago in 1971, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • David practices at Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC in Harrisburg, PA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

David W. Sweet's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

David W. Sweet is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Land Use & Zoning

David W. Sweet is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

David W. Sweet is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

David W. Sweet is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Harrisburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David W. Sweet

Where is David W. Sweet's law office located?
David W. Sweet's law practice is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The firm is Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David W. Sweet handle?
David W. Sweet focuses on business, zoning, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has David W. Sweet practiced law?
David W. Sweet has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did David W. Sweet go to law school?
David W. Sweet earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.A. University, 1971).
How can I contact David W. Sweet for a consultation?
You can contact David W. Sweet directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David W. Sweet received?
David W. Sweet's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
The Penn State Dickinson School of Law
- 1981
M.A. University
University of Chicago
- 1971

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylva
Admitted: 1981

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