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Biography
For more than 25 years, Manhattan criminal defense attorney Eric M. Sears has fought for the rights and freedom of clients charged with breaking the law. Criminal defense lawyer Eric Sears is known for his effective representation of clients in federal and state courts. He fights hard to protect and preserve the rights of clients in negotiation, trial and appeal.
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Criminal Defense
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46 years | 1,000 cases
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Licensed in New York for 51 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1975
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Location
Law Offices of Eric M. Sears
111 Broadway, Suite 1305, New York, NY, 10006-2756
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Posted by Steven N. | November 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Excellent and Honest
Great lawyer. Got me a minimum sentence and I am forever grateful for it. Was my first time going to prison and you know you live and you learn. But Eric is a good lawyer.
Posted by Angelo Sanchez | May 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Drug Crime
Just another case!
Had a drug case and he could not even get me a drug program which was which is Standard. Ended with 2 1/2-5 yrs. When he decided not to fight for me he asked the court to relieve him and the court appointed a special attorney for me. Went to jail 2002
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Experience
Work Experience
1980 - Present
Lead Attorney, Law Office of Eric M. Sears, P.C.
Associations
2000 - Present
New York State Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Education
1974
Columbia University School of Law
J.D.
1969
Princeton University
B.A.
Speaking Engagements
2010
Trial Advocacy
Trial Advocacy
2006
NYC Criminal Defense CLE
Computer and Cell Phone Forensics