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Brian Sears represents financial institutions in complex commercial and real estate litigation in both state and federal court in New York. He defends claims brought under the federal consumer protection acts, including the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA), the Real Estate Settlement and Procedures Act (RESPA), and the Truth in Lending Act (TILA). Brian also handles a wide range of appellate cases.

Honors & Awards

  • Suffolk University Law School
    • Dean’s List
    • Harrington Scholar
    • Jurisprudence Award in Property
    • Puerto Rico Trial Advocacy Competition, Perfect Advocate Score
    • American Association of Justice (AAJ) Student Advocacy Trial Competition, Regional Finalist
    • Peter James Johnson National Civil Rights Trial Competition, Second Place
    • Phi Delta Phi

Personal

  • 2017 Chicago Marathon, Participant
  • Former Collegiate Division I Track & Field, Athlete

Community/Civic Activities

  • Eagle Scout
  • Annual Fundraiser for Faith’s Holiday Toy Drive

Industries

J.D., Suffolk University Law School, 2018

B.A., Politics and Law, Bryant University, 2015