John provides practical solutions for complex personal and legal matters, specializing in Elder Law, Wills, Estates, Trusts, Special Needs, Business, and Tax Law. His approach focuses on resolving your issues in the most efficient way, without relying on complicated legal jargon. For John, it’s not just about the law or tax codes; it’s about helping people navigate their problems with clarity and compassion.

With a background as an accountant, tax adviser, insurance professional, and experienced businessman, John brings a broad range of skills to his legal practice. He’s held roles as General Counsel, Chief Financial Officer, and Vice President of Tax for major corporations like AIG, ING, Aetna, Hanover Insurance, and the NYS Insurance Department Liquidation Bureau. His diverse experience across large and small companies, as well as a brief stint in government, gives him a unique perspective on solving legal and financial issues.

John doesn’t talk in legalese. He uses plain language and provides real-world solutions that fit your situation. He understands that legal issues can affect your family and personal life, which is why he emphasizes empathy and compassion in his approach. His honest, direct, and practical style focuses on what’s best for you.

John’s experience isn’t just professional—it’s personal. He has two teenage sons, so he understands the challenges families face. He also recently went through the experience of caring for aging parents, including the transition of his mother to a new living arrangement after his father’s passing. These personal experiences have shaped his approach to helping families through difficult times.

Practicing primarily in Fairfield County, Connecticut, and Westchester County, New York, John offers services to clients facing a range of legal issues. He holds a BS in Accounting from Arizona State University, a JD from Pace Law School, and an LLM in Taxation from NYU. He is licensed to practice law in New York, Connecticut, and Washington, D.C., and also holds a Green Belt in Lean Six Sigma. While his education is extensive, John is always learning, curious about new ideas and approaches.

Outside of work, John is an avid outdoorsman. He enjoys mountain biking, skiing, kayaking, and skydiving, spending his free time in the woods, on the water, in the mountains, or in the sky. He values his time in nature and brings that same sense of adventure and energy to his work, always striving to make a positive impact for his clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting — Arizona State University
Juris Doctor (J.D.) — Pace Law School
Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation — New York University

Local Counsel Directory

John Sweeney