About

Edward Lear is a highly skilled attorney in Los Angeles, California, with a sturdy heritage in litigation and a commitment to civic involvement. Edward Lear is a distinguished lawyer based in Los Angeles, California. He graduated cum laude from Dartmouth College in 1983 and went directly to earn his law degree from U.C.L.A. School of Law in 1987. During his time at regulation faculty, he turned into a member of the Law Review and the Moot Court Honors Program, showcasing his willpower to the felony field from an early degree in his profession. After finishing his education, Mr. Lear joined Thelen, Marrin, Johnson & Bridges, in which he worked as a litigation associate for 4 years. He then transitioned to become a State Bar prosecutor in Los Angeles, wherein he efficaciously prosecuted California attorneys for 3 years with out losing a tribulation. In 1994, he co-founded Gerry & Lear, and in 2002, he set up Century Law Group LLP, a distinguished 5-lawyer litigation boutique company. Throughout his profession, Mr. Lear has attempted over 2 hundred cases and handled a extensive variety of litigation topics, including actual property, industrial, and expert liability instances. He is thought for his understanding in threat control and compliance, often advising certified individuals and entities in these regions. Additionally, he's a sought-after speaker at prison seminars, has authored numerous articles, and has been identified as an professional witness in each kingdom and federal courts. In popularity of his exceptional felony abilities, Mr. Lear changed into inducted into the American Board of Trial Advocates in 2014 and turned into named a SuperLawyer for 2017. Beyond his prison exercise, he's actively worried in the network, serving on the Manhattan Beach Mayor’s Youth Council and retaining positions as Commissioner for the City of Manhattan Beach and Chairman of the Manhattan Beach Unified School District Bond Oversight Committee. With his wealth of enjoy, dedication to excellence, and commitment to civic engagement, Edward Lear stands out as a pinnacle legal professional in Los Angeles, California.

Legal Issues

Real Estate Law
Commercial Real Estate, Condominiums, Easements, Eminent Domain, Homeowners Association, Land Use & Zoning, Mortgages, Neighbor Disputes, Residential Real Estate, Water Law
Health Care Law
  • Eminent Domain Law
  • License Defense Law

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages
  • English
Accepted Jurisdictions
California Jurdictions
California
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Experience
  • Founder & Partner
    Century Law Group LLP
    2001
  • Partner
    Gerry & Lear LLP
    1994
  • Deputy Trial Counsel
    State Bar of California
    1992
Education
University of California - Los Angeles Education School Logo
University of California - Los Angeles
Law Degree (1987)
Graduation year: 1987">
Dartmouth College Education School Logo
Dartmouth College
Undergraduate Degree (1983)
Graduation year: 1979">
Associations
Association of Disciplinary Defense Counsel Professional Association
Association of Disciplinary Defense Counsel
has membership
Current">
American Board of Trial Advocates Professional Association
American Board of Trial Advocates
Inducted has membership
2014 - Current">
California State Bar
                        
                                                     # 132699 Professional Association
California State Bar  # 132699
has membership
1987 - Current">
Costs
  • Free Consultancy Service
  • Payment With Credit Card
  • Conditional Fees
Location

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