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 13 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Denise | May 04, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

Peace Restored

My elderly parents were taken advantage of by a shady contractor. The situation was messy and heartbreaking at the same time (father passed). The contractor did not care and attempted to “ruin” our family after my father’s passing. My family could not grieve or heal due to the relentless harassment a...nd threats. Brendan and his team were the saving grace. They were prepared with all the details and provided the upmost service anyone could ask for or even expect. My sister and I really felt like their only client. When it was our time it was really our time. The support, knowledge, and guidance Brendan and team gave us was pleasantly unexpected and put my faith back into humanity. Thank you Mr. Sweeney and team. Thank you for giving our family back our peace.

Posted by anonymous | June 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommended

Attorney Sweeney and his team were professional, responsive, and knowledgeable. They took the time to understand my case, kept me informed, and helped guide me through a complex legal process. I appreciated their dedication and straightforward communication. Highly recommend.

Posted by Daymel | February 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Construction & Development

Construction lien litigation

We are extremely grateful for the exceptional service and care Mr. Sweeney and Ms. Rabiah provided during our year-long battle with a construction lien on our property. We were wrongfully sued due to our roofing contractor's unpaid debts, and the situation worsened after the roofer's tragic passing, ...leaving us unfairly responsible. Throughout this stressful time, Mr. Sweeney and Ms. Rabiah offered expert legal advice and compassion. They were always available, attentive to our concerns, and worked diligently on our case. Thanks to their dedication, we reached a favorable settlement and can now move forward. We highly recommend their services and are forever thankful for their support.

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 Eduardo | February 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

Excellent Work in a fee dispute resolution

I found myself embroiled in a fee dispute with an unscrupulous law firm based in the Fort Lauderdale area. I had engaged their services to defend me in a Commercial Foreclosure case, only to discover they made no effort to advocate for my interests and presented me with an exorbitant bill. In my sear...ch for resolution, I turned to Mr. Sweeney for assistance. Mr. Sweeney not only provided invaluable support throughout the fee dispute but also took the time to elucidate numerous complexities involved in the negotiations. His professionalism shone brightly, demonstrating a keen understanding of navigating intricate negotiations and discerning when to engage in conflict rather than negotiation. I can unequivocally attest that if you seek legal representation that is both ethical and fiercely committed to defending your rights, Mr. Sweeney and his firm are the epitome of what you need in your corner. Don't hesitate to enlist Mr. Sweeney's services; he was a beacon of hope during my ordeal and offered indispensable assistance during trying times. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Sweeney for his invaluable support.

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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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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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