Atty. John Hays Sweeney
John Hays Sweeney is a lawyer practicing probate and estate planning law, trusts law, general practice. John received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1956, and has been licensed for 67 years.
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John Hays Sweeney is a Partner based in Michigan City, Indiana, practicing at Sweeney, Dabagia, Thorne & Pagos, L.L.P.. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1959). Educated at Indiana University (LL.B., 1959) and Indiana University (B.S., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Michigan City, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Hays Sweeney is a lawyer practicing probate and estate planning law, trusts law, general practice
- John received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1956, and has been licensed for 67 years
- John practices at Sweeney, Dabagia, Thorne & Pagos, L.L.P. in Michigan City, IN
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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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Why local counsel matters in Indiana
Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Michigan City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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