Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations
Connecticut
12 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Brian Spears
USA 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
Provided by Spears Manning & Martini, LLC
Practice Areas
Brian Spears practices in the area of government investigations, white-collar defense and regulatory enforcement. His practice also includes appeals, commercial litigation, employment law, securities litigation and internal investigations. He has significant trial and appellate experience in federal and state court.
Career
Partner, Spears Manning & Martini LLC (2013 to present); Partner, Levett Rockwood (2005-2013); Assistant U.S. Attorney, District of Connecticut (1998-2005); Associate, Zeldes Needle & Cooper (1994-1998); Law Clerk, Hon. Warren W. Eginton, U.S. District Judge (1993-1994); Law Clerk Barry Schaller Connecticut Appellate Court (1992-1993).
Professional Memberships
Federal Bar Council; Connecticut Bar Association; American Bar Association; National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Chambers Review
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Chambers Guide to the USA
Litigation: White-Collar Crime & Government Investigations - Connecticut
Band 2
Individual Editorial
Brian Spears offers notable strength in defending clients in a range of high stakes investigations. He often works on matters concerning securities fraud and public corruption.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Brian is a terrific lawyer who has been handling a lot of high profile and serious cases.
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Ranked Individuals at Spears Manning & Martini, LLC (2)
Connecticut
Brian Spears
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Joseph W Martini
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