Atty. John Sweeney
John Sweeney is a lawyer practicing criminal defense. John received a B.M. degree from Manhattan School of Music in 1978, and has been licensed for 37 years.
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John Sweeney is an Asst. Corp. Coun. based in New York, New York. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1989) and New Jersey (1989). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1988) and Manhattan School of Music (B.M. Manhattan, 1978). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- John Sweeney is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
- John received a B.M. degree from Manhattan School of Music in 1978, and has been licensed for 37 years
- John practices in New York, NY
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Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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