15+ Years
Legal Experience
About James S. Sweeney
James S. Sweeney, the founder and managing member of James Sweeney Law, LLC, has deep roots in Central Ohio, having been born in Columbus and raised in Marysville. Before establishing his own firm, James gained valuable experience at the Franklin County Prosecuting Counsel’s Office. During law school, he honed his legal skills at the Reynoldsburg City Counsel’s Office, serving as a Prosecutor in the Reynoldsburg Mayor’s Court, and also worked at the Ohio Attorney General’s Office.
In addition to his prosecutorial roles, James has served as the Village Solicitor of Alexandria, Ohio. Prior to his legal education, he spent several years in Washington, D.C., where he worked on Capitol Hill for U.S. Senator John Breaux and interned for Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist.
James completed his legal education at Capital University Law School in 2010. He is an alumnus of Marysville High School, graduating in 1999, and earned his degree in History from Ohio University in 2003.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Ohio Car Accident Laws
Understanding Ohio's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
2 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is James S. Sweeney's law firm located?
James Sweeney Law, LLC is based in Delaware County, Ohio.
What experience does James S. Sweeney have in public service?
James has worked at the Franklin County Prosecuting Counsel’s Office, Reynoldsburg City Counsel’s Office, Ohio Attorney General’s Office, and served as Village Solicitor of Alexandria.
Where did James S. Sweeney attend law school?
James Sweeney completed his legal education at Capital University Law School.
What was James S. Sweeney's role in Washington, D.C.?
He worked for U.S. Senator John Breaux and interned for Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist.
What is James S. Sweeney's educational background?
He graduated from Marysville High School, earned a History degree from Ohio University, and completed law school at Capital University.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact James S. Sweeney for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact James for a free case review
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