Atty. Matthew Miles Sweeney

Atty. Matthew Miles Sweeney

Matthew Miles Sweeney is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, nursing home litigation, criminal law and 4 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.S. degree from Humboldt State University in 2004, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Portland Portland 17 yrs experience 17 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew Miles Sweeney at a glance

Matthew Miles Sweeney is an Associate based in Portland, Oregon, practicing at Brownstein Rask LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, litigation, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Oregon (2009) and Washington (2022). Educated at Lewis & Clark Law School (J.D., 2009) and Humboldt State University (B.S. Political, 2004). Active member of Oregon State Bar. Serands clients in Portland, OR and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Matthew Miles Sweeney is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, nursing home litigation, criminal law and 4 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.S. degree from Humboldt State University in 2004, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Matthew practices at Brownstein Rask LLP in Portland, OR

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Miles Sweeney's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Matthew Miles Sweeney is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Oregon →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Matthew Miles Sweeney is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Oregon →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Matthew Miles Sweeney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Oregon →

Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

Matthew Miles Sweeney is one of 11,568 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in Oregon →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oregon

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Matthew Miles Sweeney

Where is Matthew Miles Sweeney's law office located?
Matthew Miles Sweeney's law practice is located in Portland, Oregon. The firm is Brownstein Rask LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Miles Sweeney handle?
Matthew Miles Sweeney focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, workers comp, litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oregon.
How long has Matthew Miles Sweeney practiced law?
Matthew Miles Sweeney has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Matthew Miles Sweeney go to law school?
Matthew Miles Sweeney earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.S. Political, 2004).
How can I contact Matthew Miles Sweeney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Lewis & Clark Law School
- 2009
B.S. Political
Humboldt State University
- 2004

Bar Admissions

Oregon
Admitted: 2009
Washington
Admitted: 2022

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