Atty. Paul John Sweeney

Atty. Paul John Sweeney

Paul John Sweeney is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, estate litigation, estate planning and 2 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years.

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About Paul John Sweeney at a glance

Paul John Sweeney is a Member based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Paul John Sweeney, Attorney at Law. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on divorce, probate, family law, estate planning, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1984) and U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts (1984). Educated at Boston University (LL.M., 1988) and University of Massachusetts at Amherst (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boston and Massachusetts Bar Associations. Serands clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul John Sweeney is a lawyer practicing domestic relations, estate litigation, estate planning and 2 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Paul practices at Paul John Sweeney, Attorney at Law in Boston, MA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul John Sweeney's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Probate

Paul John Sweeney is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Paul John Sweeney is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Estate & Trust Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul John Sweeney

Where is Paul John Sweeney's law office located?
Paul John Sweeney's law practice is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm is Paul John Sweeney, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul John Sweeney handle?
Paul John Sweeney focuses on divorce, probate, family law, estate planning, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has Paul John Sweeney practiced law?
Paul John Sweeney has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Paul John Sweeney go to law school?
Paul John Sweeney earned their education at (LL.M., 1988); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Paul John Sweeney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Paul John Sweeney received?
Paul John Sweeney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M.
Boston University
- 1988
B.A.
University of Massachusetts at Amherst
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts
Admitted: 1984

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