Atty. Thomas Holbrook Sear

Atty. Thomas Holbrook Sear

Thomas Holbrook Sear is a lawyer practicing insurance, litigation, commercial. Thomas received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

New York New York 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Holbrook Sear at a glance

Thomas Holbrook Sear is a business, litigation, and insurance attorney based in New York, New York. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in New York (1973). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1972) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Holbrook Sear is a lawyer practicing insurance, litigation, commercial
  • Thomas received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Thomas practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Holbrook Sear's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Holbrook Sear 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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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive 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 substantive 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 Thomas Holbrook Sear's law office located?
Thomas Holbrook Sear's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Holbrook Sear handle?
Thomas Holbrook Sear focuses on business, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Thomas Holbrook Sear practiced law?
Thomas Holbrook Sear has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Thomas Holbrook Sear go to law school?
Thomas Holbrook Sear earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Thomas Holbrook Sear for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Thomas Holbrook Sear received?
Thomas Holbrook Sear's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1972
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973

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