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Biography
Attorney James S. Sweeney has practiced criminal defense for the entire duration of his 30+ year legal career which makes him well-qualified as an Orange County criminal defense attorney. Throughout his career as an attorney, he’s handled thousands of cases that cover the entire spectrum of criminal law.
His law focus is on DUI charges, alcohol charges, drug charges, felony cases, misdemeanor cases and clearing records for clients. He knows just how important it is to have one area of focus, rather than working as a general practice attorney, so that he can best serve his clients. He’s able to dig deep in to criminal laws and keep up to date with changing legislation so that he knows the best way to proceed with each case in order to obtain the desired results for the client. He serves the residents of Los Angeles and those in all of the surrounding communities in Orange County.
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Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
49 years | 12,000 cases
DUI and DWI
50%
49 years | 6,500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 500-500 per hour
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 34 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Licensed in California for 48 years
State: California
Acquired: 1977
No misconduct found
Location
James S. Sweeney APC
(949) 635-7221
Mobile
4425 Jamboree Road, Suite 130, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
jamesssweeney.comJames Stephen Sweeney's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 7 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Steve | November 7, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Sweeney is Sweet!
James Sweeney is unparalleled in his professional and easy-going handling of his cases, the meticulous research he engages with, and the drive to success in his cases. I can say that because he won my case. He aims to win and has the drive to follow it through to the end. If you need an attorney to g...
Posted by Joshua | February 6, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Awesome Attorney
Mr. Sweeney is one of the smartest people I have ever met in my life. He knows the law better than I could imagine and was able to help me win 2 court cases with the background and knowledge he has learned throughout the years. A family friend recommended him to me and I am surely grateful to have hi...
Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Just a good guy. .. and lawyer
All I had was a traffic ticket, so I went online to ticket snipers to remove it and they failed and offered no way to fix the issue. Mr. Sweeney refilled and has given me a strategy that I can stand behind. I'll update my review when I win the case!
Posted by Leslie | November 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Attorney
He went over my daughter's case explained the chargesituation and length of jail time. Her charges were narcotics, driving under the influence, continuous driving on a suspended license, not showing up for court and a petty theft eating a donut in the bathroom of a grocery store of course under the...
Posted by anonymous | April 6, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
DON'T WORRY BE HAPPY
After a traffic stop in L.A. County, as an unlicensed driver (suspended license), I was subject to a search of by car regardless of my objection. Shortly thereafter the police discovered and took into evidence 5 + pounds of connoisseur marijuana packaged in 10 different vacuumed sealed bags of variou...
James Stephen Sweeney's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I worked on a co-defendant matter with Jim. He is excellent. Has an aggressive style and knows his way around all orange county courts. This is especially true in South OC as he knows all the judges and da's extremely well, which really helps in negotiating. We were able to get a very favorable outcome for our clients."
"37 years of practicing criminal law is what we call experienced. As a former public defender his training decades ago gives him a distinct advantage over other counsel. Experience counts! His avvo rating should be a 10 due to experience alone. If you are in or near Mission Viejo do yourself a favor and call him for a consultation."
"I have known Mr. Sweeney since I started practicing law and he is one of the best. He has an outstanding reputation among Orange County courts and is respected by judges, prosecutors, and his peers. A great attorney who gets results."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Sweeney is an outstanding criminal defense attorney, I have known him and referred cases to him over 20 years. He knows the law, cares for his clients and works hard to achieve the best result for his clients."
"During the past 25 years that I have known this brilliant attorney, I have seen him handle numerous cases in court and have always been impressed. When you have a criminal defense case, you want the brightest attorney in the building, one who impresses Judges, Commissioners, Juries, Prosecutors, Court Staff, Bailiffs, and Defendants with great persuasion. If I were in need of legal representation, I would not hesitate to have Mr. Sweeney handle my case. For a plethora of reasons which would take up character space in excess of the space allotted, I wholeheartedly endorse this exceptional lawyer's fine work."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Sweeney has exceptional legal skills, a deep knowledge of the law and is very experienced. I often refer co-defendants to him and would not hesitate to recommend him to a family member or close friend. I have worked with him as co-counsel on many cases and find him to be a top notch criminal lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Without a doubt, Mr. Sweeney is one of the top attorneys in the Southland. If you or someone you care about is in legal trouble, whether in Federal or State court, do not think twice about picking up the phone and calling Mr. Sweeney. He has gotten some of the most amazing results on cases that his clients thought they were in serious trouble until Mr. Sweeney was on the case. He is a true professional."
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Experience
Honors
2018
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Client Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2009
Hghest Pofessional & Ehical Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1977 - 1980
Deputy Public Defender, Orange County Public Defender
Associations
State Bar of California
Member
New York State Bar Association
Member
Education
1976
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1972
Georgetown University School of Foreign Service
BSFS
Languages
English
Activity
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