Protecting Your Rights Through Confidential Advocacy
For 30 years, Mission Viejo, California-based criminal defense attorney James S. Sweeney has been aggressively representing area residents charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes. Coupled with that diligent approach is respect for your reputation and good name. We work hard to make sure that your criminal concerns are kept as private as possible.
We approach your criminal charge with the utmost concern for your privacy. We work hard to keep the focus on your defense and appear in court on your behalf. Contact us online today or call us at 949-582-0022.
Three Decades of Aggressive Advocacy
For 30 years, James S. Sweeney, the founder of our firm, has represented Orange County residents charged with crimes ranging from misdemeanor fraud to felony DUI crimes. He entered private practice in 1980 after years as a public defender. That initial experience gave him insight into how criminal cases are prosecuted, and he puts that in-depth knowledge to work for you. James Sweeney is AV®-rated* under Martindale-Hubbell’s peer review rating system, having been recognized by his peers for excellence in legal services.
First-Time Offenders' Fears
Discretion and protection of your rights are paramount at our firm. Many clients come to us after they have been arrested for the first time. A criminal charge of domestic violence or a drug offense has thrown their normal life into chaos. Turn to our firm for the aggressive representation that you need.
Convenience for You
We offer a free initial consultation at our Mission Viejo office. Our law firm is conveniently located off the 5 Freeway at Crown Valley Parkway and across from the shops at Mission Viejo. We are available by appointment on weekends and evenings to better serve you. In addition, Visa and MasterCard are accepted as forms of payment.
Contact Us
For more information, or to schedule an appointment with an experienced lawyer regarding an arrest for fraud, a hearing for a suspended license or expungement of a criminal record, please contact us today.
*CV, BV, and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards, and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer-review rating process. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell ratings fall into two categories - legal ability and general ethical standards.
