Atty. Thomas Patrick Sweeney

Atty. Thomas Patrick Sweeney

Thomas Patrick Sweeney is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation (local, personal property, state, federal or international) law, federal income, estate and gift taxation law and 1 other area of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Utah in 1957, and has been licensed for 65 years.

Wilmington Wilmington 65 Years Experience 65 year
Call (302) 600-4202

Profile Summary

About Thomas Patrick Sweeney at a glance

Thomas Patrick Sweeney is a trusts, estate planning, tax, estate tax, and international attorney based in Wilmington, Delaware. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1961), Missouri (1963), and Delaware (1967). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Taxation, 1962) and University of Utah (B.S., 1957). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Wilmington, DE and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Thomas Patrick Sweeney is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation (local, personal property, state, federal or international) law, federal income, estate and gift taxation law and 1 other area of law
  • Thomas received a B.S. degree from University of Utah in 1957, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • Thomas practices in Wilmington, DE

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Patrick Sweeney's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Thomas Patrick Sweeney is one of 94,411 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Delaware →

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.

Thomas Patrick Sweeney is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Delaware →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Thomas Patrick Sweeney is one of 77,130 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Delaware →

Estate & Gift Tax

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Delaware

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Patrick Sweeney

Where is Thomas Patrick Sweeney's law office located?
Thomas Patrick Sweeney's law practice is located in Wilmington, Delaware. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Patrick Sweeney handle?
Thomas Patrick Sweeney focuses on trusts, estate planning, tax, estate tax, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Delaware.
How long has Thomas Patrick Sweeney practiced law?
Thomas Patrick Sweeney has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did Thomas Patrick Sweeney go to law school?
Thomas Patrick Sweeney earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1962); (B.S., 1957).
How can I contact Thomas Patrick Sweeney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Patrick Sweeney received?
Thomas Patrick Sweeney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
New York University
- 1962
B.S.
University of Utah
- 1957

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1961
Missouri
Admitted: 1963
Delaware
Admitted: 1967

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