Atty. John M Sears

Atty. John M Sears

John M Sears is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, drug crimes, possession and 32 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Prescott Prescott 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About John M Sears at a glance

John M Sears is a Member based in Prescott, Arizona, practicing at John M Sears Attorney At Law. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on drug crimes, probate, criminal defense, white collar, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Rhode Island (1975), Arizona (1978), and District of Columbia (1988). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1975) and University of Maryland (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Yavapai County and Arizona State Bar Associations National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers Arizona Attorneys for Criminal Justice. Serands clients in Prescott, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John M Sears is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, drug crimes, possession and 32 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Maryland in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • John practices at John M. Sears, Attorney at Law in Prescott, AZ

Practice Areas Explained

John M Sears's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John M Sears handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Drug Crimes

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Probate

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

John M Sears is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Arizona →

White Collar Crimes

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Domestic Violence Defense

John M Sears is one of 12,315 dv defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dv defense attorneys in Arizona →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John M Sears

Where is John M Sears's law office located?
John M Sears's law practice is located in Prescott, Arizona. The firm is John M Sears Attorney At Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John M Sears handle?
John M Sears focuses on drug crimes, probate, criminal defense, white collar, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
How long has John M Sears practiced law?
John M Sears has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did John M Sears go to law school?
John M Sears earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact John M Sears for a consultation?
You can contact John M Sears directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has John M Sears received?
John M Sears's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University
- 1975
B.A.
University of Maryland
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Rhode Island
Admitted: 1975
Arizona
Admitted: 1978
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1988

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