Atty. Howard Patrick Sweeney
Howard Patrick Sweeney is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, employment law and 2 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A. degree from Loyola Marymount University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Walnut Creek, CA · 57+ Years Experience
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About Howard Patrick Sweeney at a Glance
Howard Patrick Sweeney is a Partner based in Walnut Creek, California, practicing at Mcnamara Ney Beatty Slattery Borges And Ambacher Llp. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on employment, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1969), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1969), and U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1971). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1968) and Loyola Marymount University (B.A., 1965). Active member of American Bar Association. Serves clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Howard Patrick Sweeney
- Howard Patrick Sweeney is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance defense, employment law and 2 other areas of law
- Howard received a B.A. degree from Loyola Marymount University in 1965, and has been licensed for 57 years
- Howard practices at McNamara, Ney, Beatty, Slattery, Borges & Ambacher, LLP in Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Howard Patrick Sweeney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Howard Patrick Sweeney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Walnut Creek.
Employment Law in Walnut Creek
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Howard Patrick Sweeney is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Walnut Creek
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Howard Patrick Sweeney is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Insurance Law in Walnut Creek
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Howard Patrick Sweeney is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →
Mediation & Arbitration in Walnut Creek
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Howard Patrick Sweeney is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Walnut Creek
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Walnut Creek are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Walnut Creek Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Walnut Creek-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Walnut Creek Choose Howard Patrick Sweeney
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Howard Patrick Sweeney's practice in the field of employment, litigation, insurance, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Howard Patrick Sweeney brings 57+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, and U.S. Court of Military Appeals, Howard Patrick Sweeney can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, litigation, and insurance, Howard Patrick Sweeney can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Walnut Creek
A Walnut Creek-based practice means Howard Patrick Sweeney attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Howard Patrick Sweeney Handles in Walnut Creek
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Howard Patrick Sweeney has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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