William Michelangelo Sweetnam

William Michelangelo Sweetnam

also known as William M. Sweetnam, Bill Sweetnam

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 31 years

Class action Lawyer at Lake Forest, IL
Practice Areas: Class Action, Litigation, Lawsuits & Disputes

230 Northgate St, Ste 103, Lake Forest, IL

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Class Action 50%

Established in 2008, Sweetnam LLC was formed to represent victims of fraud at the hands of corporations, financial institutions and insurance companies.

16 years

50%
Lawsuits and Disputes 25%

Sweetnam LLC is a civil litigation boutique providing superior legal knowledge, courtroom skills and negotiation techniques to plaintiffs and defendants in state and federal courts throughout the United States.

25%
Litigation 25%

Representation of individuals and domestic and international business entities, ranging in size from fewer than 10 employees to more than 500 employees, in both civil litigation and appeals.

16 years

25%

Fees and Rates

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 31 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1994

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in Indiana for 15 years

State: Indiana

Acquired: 2011

Temporary Admission Expired

No misconduct found

Location

Sweetnam LLC

230 Northgate St, Ste 103, Lake Forest, IL, 60045

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William Michelangelo Sweetnam's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Billy H | May 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

First Rate Attorney

I retained Bill to pursue a case against a large financial services firm and was extremely pleased with that decision. Not only did he secure a positive outcome, but he did so with integrity and the highest degree of professionalism. He is smart, amiable, and legally savvy. I have dealt with a number... of attorneys throughout my life (on the state and federal level), and Bill is truly one of the best. If you are looking for first rate legal counsel, Bill Sweetnam is an outstanding choice.

Posted by anonymous | January 17, 2017 | Contracts & Agreements

Excellent Lawyer

Bill helped me draft a new contract. He asked all the right questions and was very professional and knowledgeable.

Posted by Carrie | June 30, 2015 | Financial Markets and Services

Peace of Mind

I cannot rave enough about my experience with William and his firm. I needed legal help, guidance in getting money owed to me by a financial advisor that made an incorrect disbursement to another party. Their knowledge in my matter was insurmountable. William was able to dive in and get familiar ...in my case within a couple days of engagement. He then proceeded to negotiate a settlement and the agreement with my best interest in hand. The contact and response time incredible. William kept me informed on every step and explained to me in detail the things I just didn't grasp. I have found it tough to find attorneys that I trust, that are accountable and that have my best interest in the past. William erased those past fears and I now have peace of mind. I will only work with William and his team in the future. Whomever is reading this and needs legal assistance ... look no further ... you have found a diamond in the rough!!

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William Michelangelo Sweetnam's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Rossetti

Litigation lawyer | Oct 28

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I had the privilege of clerking for Mr. Sweetnam in law school and continue to refer complex litigation matters to his firm today. Mr. Sweetnam is a superb litigator who excels intellectually and is a zealous advocate for his clients."

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Robert Kolasa

Class action lawyer | May 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I highly endorse Mr. Sweetnam's professional capabilities. Bill is an accomplished lawyer and a dedicated advocate who brings unbridled energy and enthusiasm, along with brilliant legal acumen and peerless dedication to the cases on which he works. He provides his clients with invaluable, wise counsel. His judgment and legal skill are well known to his clients, adversaries and the judges before whom he appears. I highly recommend him."

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Austin Tighe

Class action lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely smart and hard working, and is a problem solver. His knowledge of the law is extensive, but what sets him apart is his creative problem solving and commitment to his clients."

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Douglas Millen

Class action lawyer | Dec 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Bill Sweetnam is an exceptionally skilled class action attorney with experience and substantive knowledge to match. He litigates efficiently while fighting hard for his clients. As co-counsel, he is a valuable asset given his work ethic and the attributes described above."

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Stephen Newman

Class action lawyer

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Robert Kolasa

Estate planning lawyer

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Edmund Mcalister

Litigation lawyer

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Gary Heller

Litigation lawyer

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Douglas Millen

Antitrust and trade law lawyer

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Clinton Krislov

Class action lawyer

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Austin Tighe

Class action lawyer

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Stephen Corr

Class action lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

American Jurisprudence Award (Constitutional Law), Thomson Reuters

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Managing Partner, Sweetnam LLC

2002 - 2008

Partner, Freed & Weiss LLC

1999 - 2002

Senior Associate, Krislov & Associates Ltd.

1997 - 1999

Associate, Schiffrin Craig & Barroway LLP

1995 - 1997

Associate, Merlo Kanofsky Brinkmeier & Gregg Ltd.

1994 - 1995

Associate, Peter D. Kasdin Ltd.

Associations

2015 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Member

2015 - Present

Federal Bar Association chapter (Chicago)

1994 - Present

Chicago Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Old Nat. Bank v. Kelly, --- N.E.3d ----, 2015 WL 1851454 (Ind. App. 2015)

Affirmed

Nava v. Sears, Roebuck and Co., 995 N.E.2d 303 (1st Dist. 2013)

Summary judgment for Defendant reversed.

Kelly v. Old National Bank

Class certification granted

De Falco v. Vibram USA, Inc., 2013 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 36679 (N.D. Ill. Mar. 18, 2013)

Denial of motion to dismiss Illinois Consumer Fraud and Decptive Trade Practices Class Action

Fromer v. Comcast Corp., 886 F. Supp. 2d 106 (D. Conn. 2012)

Denial of motion to compel arbitration of antitrust tying claim

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Education

1994

DePaul University College of Law

Juris Doctor

1990

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Law School Course

Economic Damages

2008

Illinois Institute for Continuing Legal Education

The Class Action Fairness Act of 2005: Selecting a Forum and Keeping It

2006

The John Marshall Law School

Federalization of Consumer Class Action Litigation: The Class Action Fairness Act of 2005

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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