Michael John Sweeney

Michael John Sweeney

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Rating: 7.0

Licensed for 12 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Wheaton, IL
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

503 N. County Farm Rd. Dupage County Public Defender's Office, Wheaton, IL

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 12 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2013

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Dupage County Public Defender's Office

503 N. County Farm Rd. Dupage County Public Defender's Office, Wheaton, IL, 60187-3942

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Michael John Sweeney's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

62 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jarel | December 07, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Winner

Mr. Sweeney was my criminal attorney for a case that was taken all the way to trial. Throughout the process, Mr. Sweeney put my best interest first by fully explaining the law in detail to me before each proceeding, allowing me to make educated and clear choices as the law is not always easily interp...reted. His profound knowledge of the law and hard work ethic got the best result possible in any case “NOT GUILTY”

Posted by anonymous | May 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Honest man

Mr. Sweeny has helped me not only smile in court room (because at times it is hard to do, considering the situation you're in) but gave me hope for my case. He manage to drop my felony and helped me with my DUI case. All in a matter of a year, he has been there to give me legal advice and helped me s...tay on top of things. I am grateful to have a lawyer who not only cares but delivers ! Professional, sharp, and quick with making moves. Thanks Mr. Sweeny. "God works wonders now and then; behold a laywer, an honest man"

Posted by David | March 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Probation Violation

Mr.Sweeney in several ongoing probation violation cases.He ultimately closed my case and got me off of probation .He even went as far as creating a power point to prove my case.He was very encouraging and supportive through the whole process and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking council

Posted by Nia | January 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

ONE OF A KIND PUBLIC DEFENDER!

Usually public defenders and prosecutors “negotiate” pleas to push cases through the system faster, even when your case may be strong enough to go to trial because of the need to get cases off their desks as quickly as possible. Michael Sweeney is a one of a kind public defender, who has your best in...terest at heart. He will give you sound legal advice, despite being under the pressure of getting your case off his desk. Mr. Sweeney is highly intelligent and experienced in his profession. He has mastered excellence as an expert defense lawyer. He is confident, organized and well prepared with exceptional presentation talent. He knows the law and he knows how to back it up in court. His passion for what he does shows through his high level of commitment to his work. He has the perseverance to complete the work necessary to drive it to a successful finish. Michael Sweeney is a very caring person who puts your legal needs before anything else. His level of professionalism, knowledge and responsiveness was beyond amazing. Most Public defenders don't have the time to provide face or phone time. Not only was Mr. Sweeney available to discuss my case by phone, he also took the time to meet with me in person before my court date. He goes way above and beyond for his clients. He even called me after work hours the night before my court date "to go over a few things."He genuinely cares for people and it shows. He is kind, compassionate, and friendly. I can honestly not say enough good things about this man. I'm extremely lucky to have had him on my side and I would recommend him to absolutely anyone who is in need of a kind, genuinely good hearted, very talented lawyer.

Posted by Steven | January 09, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Domestic Violence

Awesome public defender!!!

Mr Sweeney handled my domestic violence case with diligence. Like a true professional lawyer should or what you expect seeking a legal adviser. I am still amazed by his fortitude in the courtroom. Mr. Sweeney beat my domestic violence and I was acquitted due to self defense. Thanks again Mr. Sweeney,... if I need legal advice again; I'll be seeking you.

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Benjamin Dacin

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"Mr. Sweeney is a great attorney whom I have known in law school and beyond. He combines sharp analytical skills with a penchant for research far above his colleagues. Overall, a professional, courteous, and highly competent attorney!"

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Experience

Rating:  7.0 (Very Good)

Honors

2020

Top Tier Lawyer, American Trial Academy

2018

Rising Star, American Institute of Legal Advocates

2018

Top 40 under 40, American Academy of Attorneys

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