Brian Shea, Esq., has been selected by the Mercer County Bar Association (MCBA) as the recipient of the Honorable Neil H. Shuster Professional Lawyer of the Year Award. The award recognizes a Mercer County attorney who exemplifies professionalism, integrity, collegiality, and dedication to the legal profession and community, qualities that defined the legacy of Judge Neil H. Shuster throughout his distinguished career.
“I’m honored and deeply grateful to the Mercer County Bar Association for this recognition. I’ve been fortunate throughout my career to be surrounded by colleagues and mentors—especially at Stark & Stark—who exemplify professionalism through their daily actions, and I’m thankful for their support and example.”
– Brian Shea
The award honors attorneys who demonstrate a strong commitment to professionalism through their interactions with clients, colleagues, adversaries, and the broader legal community, while also serving as mentors and role models within the profession.

Brian Shea is a Shareholder and member of Stark & Stark’s Workers’ Compensation Group, where he represents injured workers in claims for workers’ compensation benefits.
For more information on the Neil H. Shuster Professional Lawyer of the Year Award please see here.
Congratulations Brian!
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