Stuart A. Sears

Stuart A. Sears is a Partner at Schertler Onorato Mead Sears & Manning with a broad range of experience representing individuals and companies in high-stakes and often high-profile white-collar investigations, congressional inquiries, criminal prosecutions and related civil and administrative proceedings. He has represented U.S. and foreign clients in global investigations involving the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), the False Claims Act, criminal antitrust allegations, fraud, and national security matters. Mr. Sears is a Fellow in the American College of Trial Lawyers and has been recognized by Best Lawyers, Super Lawyers, and Washingtonian Magazine as a top tier criminal defense and white-collar lawyer. Over his career, Mr. Sears has earned a reputation for a being a zealous and persuasive advocate for his clients. His credibility and judgment have been recognized by opposing counsel, judges and peers. Whether it’s presenting to the government, a judge, or a jury, Mr. Sears is regarded for his ability to communicate his client’s story in a simple, effective and convincing manner.