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Sweta Bhikhu Patel
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
60%
16 years
Criminal Defense
40%
16 years
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 13 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2013
No misconduct found
Licensed in Florida for 15 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Bruckheim & Patel- Washington DC
1100 H St NW, # 830, Washington, DC, 20005
Bruckheim & Patel- Rockville MD
401 E Jefferson St, 201 b, Rockville, MD, 20850
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Sweta Bhikhu Patel's Reviews
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Posted by Ashley | June 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Amazing
I was facing Pwid While armed and Ms Patel worked hard to get me a possession deal with six months of probation. She’s the best !
Posted by anonymous | June 7, 2023 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great result, actually cares
I hired Sweta Patel for a DUI that occurred last year. Not only was Ms. Patel honest and optimistic about the outcome, although this had not been my first offense, she was also caring about the conditions that caused this incident. She really helped by suggesting treatment options and getting to the ...
Posted by Satvik | December 8, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great experience
Great experience, it was my first time hiring a lawyer, especially for a particularly challenging problem, but Sweta Patel as my lawyer was able to get a highly satisfactory outcome that I don't think could have been matched by other law firms in the area, based on my research.
Posted by RH | August 30, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
10/10 Representation
I've had representation before years ago for my first DUI violation. I was recommended the "best" lawyer in my area at the time. I can now say with my experience of working with Sweta, I did not know what I was doing back then. I was recommended Sweta from a family friend for her superb representati...
Posted by anonymous | August 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
10/10 Criminal Lawyer in the District of Columbia!
Ms. Sweta Patel represented me for a distribution of controlled substance charge in Washington DC and was able to get the felony drug case dismissed with a diversion program so I will not have a conviction on my record. I will be able to have my arrest record sealed. The results on my case are not ty...
Sweta Bhikhu Patel's Lawyer Endorsements
"Sweta is a true believer in delivering great defense for her DWI, felony and misdemeanor clients. She and her law partner Mike Bruckheim make a powerhouse of an attorney team. When I sat down to talk with Sweta and Mike recently about fighting for our clients, her devotion to her clients shined through. I regularly refer potential clients to Sweta and Mike, and know they will be in good hands. I highly recommend Sweta Patel."
"Ms. Patel is an aggressive, intelligent defense attorney who is willing to go the extra mile for her clients. She knows when to negotiate and when to fight, and always exercises excellent judgment. I fully endorse her."
"Anyone who knows Sweta knows that she is just awesome - in and out of the courtroom. She has been a friend and colleague for years. I referral all criminal matters that occur in Washington DC to her. I know I can trust my clients with her legal expertise."
"I worked with Attorney Patel in a co-defendant case involving immigration consequences, if convicted. From the get go, it appeared that trial was our only option. Attorney Patel presented with the mastery, confidence and know how of a lawyer far beyond her years. These traits, no doubt, contributed largely to a resolution of the matters with a dismissal. On a personal note, she was a pleasure to work with. I recommend this lawyer."
"Ms. Patel and I worked together on numerous cases. She is a superb advocate for her clients and truly goes over and beyond to insure that every angle is looked at. I would highly recommend her for any of your criminal defense needs."
"Ms. Patel is an experienced, competent, ethical, and professional attorney who goes the extra mile for her clients. Without hesitation, I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Patel is very professional and skilled attorney. It was a pleasure working with her on numerous cases."
"Ms. Patel is an exceptionally talented criminal defense attorney, an extremely hard worker, and dedicated advocate for her clients. I would not hesitate to retain her services if i ever needed a defense attorney!"
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"Sweta is a committed and effective criminal defense attorney. She is passionate about her clients' causes, and is a tireless advocate of the rights guaranteed to those who face prosecution. I endorse this lawyer."
"During my days as a prosecutor, Ms. Patel took me to task on a regular basis. She is a passionate advocate and will never be outworked. I fully endorse Ms. Patel."
"Dedicated to work and zealous representation….Ms. Patel has both of these qualities. I endorse her 100%."
"I've worked with Sweta and I've seen her passion and dedication for her practice. She's definitely a rising star! I endorse this lawyer."
"Sweta Patel is an amazing criminal defense attorney. I've worked with her and I've seen her talent first hand. I endorse this lawyer!"
"Sweta Patel is a rising star as a criminal defense attorney. Her knowledge, discipline and dedication make her a pleasure to work with and a great team member. I endorse this lawyer."
"Sweta is an awesome attorney. She has great courtroom presence and a strong will to succeed. I've worked with her before and have no problem doing it again. I endorse this lawyer."
"Sweta is very knowledgable in her area of practice and dedicated to getting the most favorable results for her clients. She's truly a pleasure to work with. I endorse this lawyer."
"Sweta is a very talented attorney who knows her practice. I endorse this lawyer."
"Sweta Patel is very knowledgable and dedicated to her practice. She's definitely a rising star! I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Under 40, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyer, The National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Partner, Bruckheim & Patel
2013 - 2015
Attorney at Law, Price Benowitz, LLP
2010 - 2013
Assistant Public Defender, Hillsborough County Public Defender's Office
2008 - 2010
Certified Legal Intern, Miami Dade State Attorney's Office
Associations
2014 - Present
South Asian Bar Association of Washington, D.C.
2014 - Present
Superior Court Trial Lawyers Association
2013 - Present
Women's Bar Association of district of columbia
2013 - Present
The Bar Association of the District of Columbia
Education
2010
St. Thomas University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2007
Florida State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2019
Grand Jury and Pre-Indictment Issues in Criminal Cases
Grand Jury and Pre-indictment Seminar
2018
Defending DUI's in the District
DC DUI/DWI
2017
Applying Daubert Standard to DUI cases in the District
DUI's and the Daubert Standard
2013
Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Course
Brady Material
Languages
Gujarati
Hindi
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can a nolle prosequi DUI case be reopened in DC?
25 May 2020
Q&A
Pending DV Misdemeanor Charge on a Federal Background Check? Affidavit of non-prosecution was signed and I have no prior C. Hist
23 May 2019
Q&A
How Do I get a Divorce if I live in DC but was married in Virginia?
12 Mar 2019