Atty. Robert L. Sweeney

Atty. Robert L. Sweeney

Robert L. Sweeney is a lawyer practicing environmental, land use and development, litigation and appeals and 3 other areas of law.

Albany Albany 45 J. Erfahrung 45 year
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About Robert L. Sweeney at a glance

Robert L. Sweeney is a real estate, zoning, environmental, and appellate attorney based in Albany, New York. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in New York (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1981), Massachusetts (1996), and U.S. Supreme Court (2003). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1980) and State University of New York (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Affiliations Mr, Sweeney is admitted to practice in New York State and the State of Massachusetts and a member of the State Bar Associations in those jurisdictions, and He is admitted to practice in the Federal Courts for the Northern District of New York, Second Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert L. Sweeney is a lawyer practicing environmental, land use and development, litigation and appeals and 3 other areas of law
  • Robert L. received a B.A. degree from State University of New York in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Robert L. practices in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert L. Sweeney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert L. 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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Land Use & Zoning

Robert L. Sweeney is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in New York →

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Robert L. Sweeney is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in New York →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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 Albany 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 andnue, 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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Where is Robert L. Sweeney's law office located?
Robert L. Sweeney's law practice is located in Albany, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert L. Sweeney handle?
Robert L. Sweeney focuses on real estate, zoning, environmental, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert L. Sweeney practiced law?
Robert L. Sweeney has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Robert L. Sweeney go to law school?
Robert L. Sweeney earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
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What awards or recognition has Robert L. Sweeney received?
Robert L. Sweeney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1980
B.A.
State University of New York
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1981
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2003

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