Patrick J. Sweeney
Partner | Group Leader, Business Law, Attorney at UB Greensfelder
About
Patrick J. Sweeney, a UB Greensfelder partner, advises buyers and sellers of middle-market manufacturers and distributors on mergers. He also handles acquisitions in energy, retail, and professional services. He represents borrowers and lenders in commercial and industrial loans. He also handles real estate-based transactions and asset-based loans. As business law group leader, he works with ERISA attorneys on ESOP formations for trustees and sponsors. He earned his J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law in 2006. He earned his B.A. from Washington University in 2001. He brings in-house counsel experience from a private equity-sponsored apparel company. Companies call on him to serve as outside general counsel. Over the past decade, he has represented ESOP buyers and sellers in acquisitions and sales.
Who is a good fit for Patrick J. Sweeney
- Buyers of middle-market manufacturing companies who need counsel on a merger.
- Sellers of distribution, energy, or retail companies preparing a sale.
- Lenders and borrowers closing commercial or industrial loans in a purchase.
- Trustees and sponsors forming or selling an ESOP-owned company.
Education and admissions
- Education
- Northwestern University School of Law, J.D., 2006
- Washington University, B.A., 2001
- Bar admissions
- Missouri, Illinois
Recognition
- Named to The Best Lawyers in America®, Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law (2024-2027); Corporate Law (2018-2027)
- Named to the Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers Rising Stars list, Mergers & Acquisitions (2011, 2013-2019)
- St. Louis Small Business Monthly, Best M&A Providers (2016)
Specialties
Deal profile
- Typical deal size
- Any deal size
- Remote work
- In-person / regional