Atty. John L Sweeney

Atty. John L Sweeney

John L Sweeney is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, real estate, federal taxation and 2 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Morristown Morristown 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About John L Sweeney at a glance

John L Sweeney is a Member based in Morristown, New Jersey, practicing at John L. Sweeney, Esq.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on trusts, business, real estate, tax, and elder law. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1990), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1990), New York (1991), and U.S. Tax Court (1994). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Seton, 1993) and Yale University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Morris County, New Jersey State (Member, Taxation Section) and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Morristown, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John L Sweeney is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, real estate, federal taxation and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • John practices at John L. Sweeney, Esq. in Morristown, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

John L Sweeney's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Tax Law

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Elder Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John L Sweeney

Where is John L Sweeney's law office located?
John L Sweeney's law practice is located in Morristown, New Jersey. The firm is John L. Sweeney, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John L Sweeney handle?
John L Sweeney focuses on trusts, business, real estate, tax, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has John L Sweeney practiced law?
John L Sweeney has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did John L Sweeney go to law school?
John L Sweeney earned their education at (LL.M. Seton, 1993); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact John L Sweeney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John L Sweeney received?
John L Sweeney's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

LL.M. Seton
New York University
- 1993
B.A.
Yale University
- 1984

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1990
New York
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1994

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