Atty. Sierra Shear

Atty. Sierra Shear

Clients can count on Sierra’s legal knowledge to advise them in securities litigation and enforcement actions, white collar litigation, and general commercial litigation.

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Profile Summary

About Sierra Shear at a glance

Sierra Shear is a business and litigation attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 2016). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

Clients can count on Sierra’s legal knowledge to advise them in securities litigation and enforcement actions, white collar litigation, and general commercial litigation

Practice Areas Explained

Sierra Shear's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Sierra Shear

Where is Sierra Shear's law office located?
Sierra Shear's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sierra Shear handle?
Sierra Shear focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did Sierra Shear go to law school?
Sierra Shear earned their education at (J.D., 2016).
How can I contact Sierra Shear for a consultation?
You can contact Sierra Shear 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 Sierra Shear received?
Sierra Shear's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 2016

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026

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