Atty. James Michael Sweeney

Atty. James Michael Sweeney

James Michael Sweeney is a lawyer practicing business litigation, real estate litigation, trusts and estates litigation. James received a B.A. degree from Point Loma Nazarene University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About James Michael Sweeney at a glance

James Michael Sweeney is a Partner based in Santa Barbara, California, practicing at Allen & Kimbell, LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, estate litigation, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1999). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1999) and Point Loma Nazarene University (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Michael Sweeney is a lawyer practicing business litigation, real estate litigation, trusts and estates litigation
  • James received a B.A. degree from Point Loma Nazarene University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • James practices at Allen & Kimbell, LLP in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Michael Sweeney's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Estate & Trust Litigation

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Santa Barbara 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Michael Sweeney

Where is James Michael Sweeney's law office located?
James Michael Sweeney's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. The firm is Allen & Kimbell, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Michael Sweeney handle?
James Michael Sweeney focuses on trusts, business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Michael Sweeney practiced law?
James Michael Sweeney has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did James Michael Sweeney go to law school?
James Michael Sweeney earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact James Michael Sweeney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1999
B.A.
Point Loma Nazarene University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1999

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