Mildred B. Sweeney

Mildred B. Sweeney

4.0
Rating: 9.2

Licensed for 34 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Cranberry Twp, PA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family, Child Custody ... +2 more

Cranberry Township Office - Main, 20581 US-19 #1, Cranberry Twp, PA

About Mildred

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 40%

Practice devoted to divorce and family law. Handling all types of divorce from uncontested to very complex. Collaborative certified and also a divorce mediator. All issues related to divorce from equitable distribution of property, child support, spousal support, alimony to child custody and visitation. Mildred is also a licensed social worker and dedicated to putting the needs of children first in her practice. Serving Allegheny, Butler, Beaver, Lawrence, Westmoreland Counties.

40%
Family 30%

Practice devoted to family law. Well know in the area for child custody cases with a particular focus on grandparents' rights and fathers rights. Family law includes all areas related including support and custody, adoption, paternity, visitation, prenuptial agreements, postnuptial agreements and more.

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 33 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1992

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Nebraska for 34 years

State: Nebraska

Acquired: 1992

Resigned

No misconduct found

Location

Sweeney Family Law

Cranberry Township Office - Main, 20581 US-19 #1, Cranberry Twp, PA, 16066

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Mildred B. Sweeney's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Staff & Support

Posted by anonymous | March 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Compassionate Advocates

When going through such a rough time in your life such as a divorce, it is so important to hire an attorney who shows compassion for your situation and advocates for your best interest. Mrs. Sweeney was there for me every step of the way and her entire staff always offered a kind ear when I had quest...ions. I would highly recommend this law firm.

Posted by anonymous | October 21, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Support

Awful

Never return calls or emails. Total waste of money. after our first emergency hearing that we lost, I was never told there were steps we could of taken to help my case, I was then passed to Heather her associate and more of the same, No answers to phone calls or emails My child support reduction pap...ers were never filed. after repeat phone calls and emails that were unanswered the front desk clerk told me I could file them my self???? Why did I hire this firm if I should do their work? I have wasted almost a year paying child support to my ex who the courts think I only have my son every other weekend but we have a 50/50 split. My ex abandoned our son for 7 weeks and she was no where to be found, and I tried to get ahold of Heather to ask what we can do, and I'm still waiting for that return phone call.

Posted by anonymous | May 21, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Look elsewhere

Front office staff frequently messed up appointments, sent document out with incorrect information including case numbers. Many times had to wait over a week to get a response to email or call back and when she was running late never got any update or courtesy call. She is knowledgeable however not... responsive or proactive in handling a case. Frequently when going in for meetings she was unprepared.

Posted by anonymous | February 03, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Bad Attorney. Very $$$ NO RESULTS

She is overpriced and needs to catch up on new and current laws. Half the time she doesn't know why we are at court. She has cost us thousands of dollars and all we got in return was bad advice. You if you hire her, most likely you will pay a ton of money, and only talk her intern Dan. Fyi. If yo...u have Judge Bubash for an upcoming case and Mildrid as your attorney. .... RUN

Posted by Nate | August 08, 2012 | Family

Great Family Lawyer

Mildred assisted me last year with getting more time with my 2 children as a father with limited income this can be very difficult. She was thorough in explaining to me what I needed to do and what she was going to do. She is by far one of the best Family Lawyers I have worked with, I did get more ti...me with my children and alot of other issues worked out that with my previous Lawyer were over looked while he was getting even more $$. I appreciate all of Mildred's time and paitence as it was not an easy case as well as her staff they were always in contact via phone email or regular mail. I am grateful I had her on my side.

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Mildred B. Sweeney's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Karavias

Family lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Patrick Sullivan

Child support lawyer | Feb 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mildred is a very successful family law attorney."

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Kenneth Hardin

Family lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Gerson

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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John D'Onofrio

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 06

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"I endorse this lawyer. Top-notch attorney."

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Caitlin Harrington

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mildred is an excellent attorney. She is passionate about her work."

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Peter Acker

Family lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mildred is a well known and respected family law attorney."

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Kathleen Robertson

Family lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mildred is a very successful and experienced family law attorney."

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Jason Dunkle

Family lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mildred is an exceptional attorney, well respected in the legal community, and takes care of the needs of her clients. I highly recommend her services."

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Douglas Olcott

Family lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mildred is a well known family law and divorce lawyer in Pittsburgh and Butler."

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Thomas Berret

Family lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Flora Sweeney

Family lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I became a family law attorney because of my Mother, Mildred Sweeney. Her dedication to doing what is best for children involved in domestic disputes is unmatched. She is a strong advocate for her clients as well as an asset to the legal community."

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Experience

Rating:  9.2 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel

2018

Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel

2017

Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel

2016

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top Attorneys in Pennsylvania, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Top Family Lawyers in Pennsylvania, Philadelphia Magazine

2012

Clients Choice Award, AVVO

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Top Family Lawyers in Pennsylvania, Philadelphia Magazine

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Owner, Sweeney Family Law

1992 - 1997

Owner, Sweeney Law Office

1975 - 1988

Director of Children's Services, Tri-County Community Mental Health Center

Associations

2009 - Present

Collaborative Law Association of Southwestern Pennsylvania

Member

1997 - Present

Pennsylvania Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Butler County Bar Association

Member

1997 - Present

Pittsburgh Family Inns of Court

Member

1992 - Present

Matrimonial American Inn of Court

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

In the Interest of: E.L., A.L., S.L.

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Education

1992

University of Nebraska College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1974

Marywood University

M.S.W.

1969

Duquesne University

B.A.

Speaking Engagements

2015

Spring Conference

School Issues and Custody

2014

Spring Conference

Family Law Jeopardy

2013

Spring Conference

Family Law Issues

2012

Monthly Conference

Family Law Jeopardy

2011

Monthly Conference

Same Sex Marriage

2010

Monthly Conference

Complex Custody Issues

Publications

2014

Family Law Blog Divorce Mediation Pros and Cons

2012

Family Law Blog How is Life Insurance Managed in a Divorce Settlement

2012

Family Law Blog Same Sex Marriage in Pennsylvania

2011

Family Law Newsletter Military Pensions and Your Divorce

Languages

English

Activity

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