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Atty. Eric M. Sears

Atty. Eric M. Sears

Eric M. Sears is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, appellate practice, civil rights and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (845) 493-2194 Book Appointment

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About Eric M. Sears at a glance

Eric M. Sears is a Member based in New York, New York, practforg at Law Office of Eric M. Sears, P.C.. They haand 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in New York (1975), U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern District of New York (1977), U.S. Supreme Court (1978), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1980). Educated at Columbia University Law School (J.D., 1974) and Princeton University (B.A. History, 1969). Actiand member of New York State Bar Association Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • Eric M. Sears is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, appellate practice, civil rights and 3 other areas of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Eric practices at Law Office of Eric M. Sears, P.C. in New York, NY

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantiand law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Eric M. Sears's law office located?
Eric M. Sears's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Law Office of Eric M. Sears, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Eric M. Sears practiced law?
Eric M. Sears has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Eric M. Sears go to law school?
Eric M. Sears earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A. History, 1969).
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Education

J.D.
Columbia University Law School
- 1974
B.A. History
Princeton University
- 1969

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1980

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