Shane Thomas Sears

Shane Thomas Sears

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Birmingham, AL
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Education, Criminal Defense

5809 Feldspar Way, The Sears Building - Suite 200, Birmingham, AL

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 26 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 1999

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

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Location

The Sears Firm, PC

5809 Feldspar Way, The Sears Building - Suite 200, Birmingham, AL, 35244

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Shane Thomas Sears's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

148 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Litigation

Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Difficult case - favorable outcome

Mr. Sears has an incredible understanding of the law and the legal process. Our case was extremely unique, difficult, and time-consuming. This was the first time anyone in our family had ever been involved in litigation of any kind. He took the time to explain every law and procedure along the way ...in a manner that made sense and eased our minds. He studied our case and made sure that he was applying every means available to him to not only ensure a favorable outcome at trial, but he also ensured the safety of our family. We felt as though he was truly fighting for us from day one. It was clear that he had our best interest at heart. He was always honest and open with us. We never felt as though we were just another number or client on his list. I know for a fact that he worked day and night on our case. We spoke with other attorneys before him and I honestly believe that they found our case to be intimidating. Mr. Sears gladly took it on as a challenge because I think he saw that he could truly make a difference. We were very pleased with the outcome of our trial and the entire process. We sincerely hope that our experience and Mr. Sears hard work will pay off for others in the state of Alabama.

Posted by DavidC | December 14, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Awesome Attorney and 100% Satisfied - A True Fighter for your Rights

My wife and I were struggling to get our daughter into the special needs program at her school. Her results were conclusive that she had a learning disability and ADHD after we had multiple appointments with her a Psychiatrist (April 2014) not to mention her own Pediatrician recognized the signs an...d performed some exams. I also have a learning disability and ADHD and I saw the similarities. After presenting all of the medical documentation to the school. They acted like they did not care and skirted their way around the results and placed her in a bogus internal program - do not agree to this program! We did believing the school had our daughters interests at heart which was not true. They actually stated in their review that she did not qualify overruling 2 medically trained professionals. Well, that program was a complete failure so at the beginning of the year, we hired Mr. Shane Sears without hesitation because you need a BIG GUN in your corner to assist your family in navigating through these educational law proceedings with the school board. It is quoted a lot that you never bring a knife to a gunfight. Well, he was and still is our big gun that handled the proceedings remarkably! He is the professional you want to represent your child in your case because he knows educational law very well and he helps you understand your rights and the law so you do not feel overwhelmed and confused. He always had an answer for each question I asked so he knows his law extremely well. I could not believe the results he got for us which was amazing and I thank God everyday that he assisted us in each step of the way during our proceeding with the school. He explained the process all the way to the end and he will always be there for us if the school slips up. I will say when I had my younger son tested and had the same results that my daughter was diagnosed with 2 years earlier. I handed the school the paperwork during registration prior to having Shane join our team with our struggles with the same school. Although I thought we were going to have the same issues all over again; however, when Shane took our case, the school board suprisingly put Connor on an IEP within 3 weeks after having Shane join our proceedings against the school. I know the school figured out that they would have face Shane again so I know deep down that is the reason they took care of our son quickly plus he truly Needed the extra help like my daughter. They did not want to mess with the BIG GUN for a second time! It took the school board 3 months to get Reagan eligible for special education needs services and it was Shane drilling them each every week. The school board is slow and they drag their so act quickly if you feel your child has any type of disability or needs any type of special needs assistance. I HIGHLY recommend Shane take your case. He is a fighter and he will go all the way to resolve your case. In our case he performed remarkably and fought hard!! He educated my family pretty well on what really goes on during these types of proceedings. Shane, we than you from that bottom of our hearts because this successful outcome would not have happened without your counsel! You are our number one ACE! I will recommend you to each person that needs advice in the situation we have just faced. You are 100% in our book and many thanks 1000 times over!! You are a 6 STAR performer in our book. Shane is an extremely hardworking and dedicated attorney that will battle all the way to the end to achieve the goals that your case needs in order to come to an amicable and successful conclusion! Thank you, Shane!

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Shane Thomas Sears's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Gels

Education lawyer | Jun 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Shane Sears for 10+ years. He possesses impeccable character and is an outstanding attorney. I am honored to endorse him."

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Andrew Ladores

Education lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Very knowledgeable. No nonsense approach and gets results!"

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Matthew Morley

Personal injury lawyer | May 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Aaron Dettling

Education lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shane is an expert in the special education area, and he really cares about his clients. He deals on the highest levels of professional integrity and ethics. I'm pleased to endorse this highly professional attorney."

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Gordon Nicol

Education lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Shane. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jonathan Lusk

Litigation lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Top Lawyers, B-Metro Magazine

2017

Top Lawyer 2017, B-Metro Magazine

2016

Top Lawyers 2016, B-Metro Magazine

2016

Top Lawyer, Birmingham Business Journal

2015

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2004

Top Ten Prolific Trial Attorneys for Civil Jury Trials, Alabama Jury Verdict Reporter

1999

George Peach Taylor Award, University of Alabama School of Law

1999

Regional Trial Competition Winner, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

1998

Bench and Bar Legal Honor Society, University of Alabama School of Law

1998

George Peach Taylor Award, University of Alabama School of Law

1998

Regional Trial Competition Winner, Association of Trial Lawyers of America

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Partner, The Sears Firm, P.C.

1999 - 2010

Partner, Bradford & Sears, P.C.

1999 - 1999

Judicial Law Clerk, The Honorable L. Scott Coogler

1997 - 1998

Judicial Law Clerk, The Honorable Gay Lake, Jr.

Associations

2014 - Present

National Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2004 - Present

Department of Veterans Affairs-TREAC

Community Member

Birmingham Bar Association

Member

Alabama State Bar

Member

Alabama Defense Lawyers Association

Member

Defense Research Institute

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

D.M. v. DeKalb County Board of Education

Student awarded CART as part of IEP and public school system order to pay for assistive technology for student.

Jane Doe v. Insurance Company

Settlement.

John Doe v. Sumter County School System

Decision/Judgment for our client.

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Education

1999

University of Alabama School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

University of Alabama

MS - Master of Science

1993

University of Alabama

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2014

Unlocking the Mystery

Understanding the Basics of IEP Implementation based on Alabama Case Law

2014

How to avoid traps and pitfalls in your child's IEP. Special Education and IEPs.

2014

Being Your Child's Best Advocate

Being Your Child's Best Advocate

2014

Avoiding Traps and Pitfalls in Your Child's IEP How to Avoid Traps and Pitfalls in Your Child's IEP

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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