Atty. Michael C. Sweeney

Atty. Michael C. Sweeney

Michael Sweeney is counsel in the Technology Transactions and Licensing Group. He advises life science companies, investors and other financial institutions on complex corporate transactional matters, with a specific focus on the biopharmaceutical industry.

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About Michael C. Sweeney at a glance

Michael C. Sweeney is a real estate and ip attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California. Educated at Columbia University (—, 2017) and Northwestern University (JD, 2012). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Sweeney is counsel in the Technology Transactions and Licensing Group
  • He advises life science companies, investors and other financial institutions on complex corporate transactional matters, with a specific focus on the biopharmaceutical industry
  • Mr. Sweeney represents clients in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, including license, research and collaboration, manufacturing, co-commercialization and co-promotion, royalty purchase and sale, services, distribution, clinical trial and supply agreements
  • He also assists with intellectual property due diligence for mergers and acquisitions and private and public financings, including IPOs and follow-on offerings

Practice Areas Explained

Michael C. Sweeney's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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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 Los Angeles 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

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Where is Michael C. Sweeney's law office located?
Michael C. Sweeney's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael C. Sweeney handle?
Michael C. Sweeney focuses on real estate, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Michael C. Sweeney go to law school?
Michael C. Sweeney earned their education at (—, 2017); (JD, 2012); (BA, 2006).
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What awards or recognition has Michael C. Sweeney received?
Michael C. Sweeney's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law.

Practice Areas

Education

Columbia University
- 2017
JD
Northwestern University
- 2012
BA
University of California - Santa Barbara
- 2006

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Intellectual Property Law
- 2026

Bar Admissions

California, The State Bar of California

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