Atty. Richard Collier Sears

Atty. Richard Collier Sears

Richard Collier Sears is a lawyer practicing international business, litigation, small business and 2 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Richard Collier Sears at a glance

Richard Collier Sears is a Member based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Richard Collier Sears. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on family law, business, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in California (inactive) (1972), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1972), U.S. Supreme Court (1975), and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of International Trade (1979). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1971) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco State Bar of California Canadian American Society New Zealand-American Association. Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Richard Collier Sears is a lawyer practicing international business, litigation, small business and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Richard practices at Richard Collier Sears in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Collier Sears's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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International Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Francisco are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Collier Sears

Where is Richard Collier Sears's law office located?
Richard Collier Sears's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Richard Collier Sears. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Collier Sears handle?
Richard Collier Sears focuses on family law, business, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Collier Sears practiced law?
Richard Collier Sears has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Richard Collier Sears go to law school?
Richard Collier Sears earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Richard Collier Sears for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Collier Sears received?
Richard Collier Sears's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1971
B.A.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California (inactive)
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of International Trade
Admitted: 1979

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