Brendan A Sweeney

Brendan A Sweeney

4.8
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 20 years

Real estate Lawyer at Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Construction & Development, Consumer Protection, Business

401 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 1400, Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Licenses

Licensed in Maryland for 14 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 20 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2005

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

SWEENEY LAW, P.A.

401 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 1400, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301

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Brendan A Sweeney's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

74 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Real Estate

Posted by Darren | July 18, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Outstanding Legal Expertise and Client Service

Working with Brendan Sweeney has been nothing short of exceptional. Brendan brings a rare combination of deep legal knowledge, strategic thinking, and a genuinely client-first attitude. His expertise in real estate, construction law, and consumer protection is second to none. He was able to navigate ...complex legal matters with precision and always took the time to explain everything in clear, actionable terms. What truly sets Brendan apart is his responsiveness and attention to detail. Whether it was reviewing contracts, advising on disputes, or providing proactive guidance, I always felt confident knowing Brendan was in our corner. He consistently prioritized our best interests and helped us avoid costly mistakes. If you're looking for a lawyer who is sharp, reliable, and fully committed to your success, I highly recommend Brendan Sweeney. He’s a trusted advisor and a true professional.

Posted by Marta Bosmenier | February 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Construction lien lawsuit

No puedo expresar suficiente lo agradecidos que estamos con el excepcional servicio y cuidado que nos brindaron el Sr. Sweeney y la Sra. Rabiah durante nuestro largo proceso con un embargo de construcción en nuestra propiedad. Desde el principio, fuimos injustamente demandados debido a la falta de pa...go de nuestro contratista de techado a la empresa de materiales. Para empeorar las cosas, nuestro contratista falleció y se nos culpó injustamente de la deuda pendiente. Durante este tiempo tan estresante y difícil, el Sr. Sweeney y la Sra. Rabiah estuvieron a nuestro lado, brindándonos orientación legal experta y una gran compasión. Fueron muy atentos, siempre disponibles para resolver nuestras inquietudes y trabajaron incansablemente para manejar nuestro caso con gran cuidado. Gracias a su esfuerzo, logramos un acuerdo con el que estamos muy satisfechos. Ahora podemos dejar atrás este capítulo y seguir adelante con nuestras vidas. Estamos profundamente agradecidos por su profesionalismo y dedicación, y recomendamos sus servicios a quien necesite una representación legal competente y compasiva. Siempre les estaremos agradecidos.

Posted by Vern | February 26, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Construction lien lawsuit

I cannot express enough how grateful we are for the exceptional service and care provided by Mr. Sweeney and Ms. Rabiah during our year-long battle with a construction lien on our property. From the beginning, I a registered nurse and my fiancé a hard working and diligent fireman, were wrongfully tar...geted in a lawsuit stemming from our roofing contractor's failure to pay the materials company. To make matters worse, our roofer tragically passed away, and we were unfairly blamed and held responsible for the outstanding debt. Scared and unfamiliar with such a situation, we turned to Sweeney Law for guidance and representation. Throughout this incredibly stressful and uncertain time, Mr. Sweeney and Ms. Rabiah stood by us, offering not only expert legal guidance but also a level of compassion that truly made a difference. They were incredibly attentive, always available to address our concerns, and worked tirelessly to ensure our case was handled with the utmost care and precision. At times even providing us with their honest advice, even when it was hard to hear or accept. Their dedication to our case was clear, and we always felt supported, knowing they were fighting to protect our interests. Thanks to their hard work and commitment, we were able to finally reach a settlement that we are pleased with and not lose our home that we worked so hard for. We can now finally put this chapter behind us and move forward with our lives. We are deeply thankful for the professionalism and genuine care shown by Mr. Sweeney and Ms. Rabiah, and we highly recommend their services to anyone in need of skilled, compassionate legal representation. We will forever be grateful for everything they worked so hard for us to achieve.

Posted by Ellen | June 25, 2024 | Real Estate

Reliable, honest, prompt, and courteous legal advice

We recently entered a purchase agreement to buy a home. However, after the home inspection revealed several serious issues, we wanted to withdraw from the agreement . Although our concerns were very legitimate, the seller did not want to release us from the agreement and return our earnest money. We... consulted Mr. Sweeney about the situation , and he provided us with clear, honest advice as to how to proceed. Due to his recommendations, the seller acquiesced without us having to resort to litigation. And we got back all of the earnest money. We highly recommend using Mr. Sweeney's services when buying or selling real estate. His advice and guidance are invaluable.

Posted by Jordan | November 15, 2023 | Real Estate

Excellent attorney

As outside counsel for numerous contractors and real estate investment firms I frequently consult with Brendan for construction law issues and general business and legal advice to assist my clients. I never hesitate to send my clients to him directly when necessary.

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Brendan A Sweeney's Lawyer Endorsements

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Quentin Ballot-Lena

Consumer protection lawyer | Sep 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brendan Sweeney has always struck me by his extensive knowledge of the law and his devotion to the welfare of his clients. Truly one of the best in Broward County!"

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Austin Nowakowski

Business lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Excellent attorney that really has a passion for the law. I worked with him on a few matters when I was just out of law school and was very impressed with his knowledge and court room tact. Also, his team gave my Buckeye's a great present in 2002!"

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Gregory Nussbickel

Litigation lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Brendan is a very skilled and conscientious advocate."

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Iman Ghasri

Litigation lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jose Rodriguez

Litigation lawyer | Aug 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jeffrey Solomon

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Gregory Nussbickel

Real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyer

2015

Up and Comer, Florida Legal Elite

2015

Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyer

2014

Up and Comer, Florida Legal Elite

2014

Rising Star, Florida Super Lawyer

Sample of Legal Cases

Deutsche Bank Nat’l Trust Co. v. Estrella Perez, et al., No. 3D15-58, 2015 WL 8347002 (Fla. 3d DCA Dec. 9, 2015)

Prevailed at appellate level

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Education

2007

University of Miami School of Law

LL.M - Master of Laws

2005

University of Miami School of Law

Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor

2001

University of Wisconsin, Madison

Bachelor of Arts

1997

Thomas S. Wootton High School

Speaking Engagements

2016

Various Legal Aid Organizations throughout Florida

Florida Pleading and Motion Practice

Languages

English

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