At Century Law Group, LLP, attorney Edward O. Lear provides expert witness testimony in the field of attorney conduct for both plaintiffs and defendants in civil litigation matters, including legal malpractice claims.

Where the ethical conduct of an attorney is the key issue of your case, it is important to have credible and informed analysis from a state board defense lawyer with years of experience in legal ethics, disciplinary proceedings, and any other claims where an attorney’s conduct is a material issue.

Mr. Lear has tried over 150 cases and is a recognized speaker at legal seminars on professional responsibility and conduct. He has published numerous articles and has been qualified as an expert witness in state and federal courts.

The State Bar Defense Law Firm To Contact When Your Career Is On The Line

As attorneys who place special focus on practice areas of state bar discipline and defense, we know how to communicate with judges and other lawyers who may be involved in your case.

As an expert witness, Edward O. Lear offers testimony regarding the Rules of Professional Conduct and the State Bar Act, including claims of:

  • Attorney malpractice and client counterclaims
  • Fee disagreements and collection
  • Inadequate legal investigations
  • Attorney prejudice to clients resulting in legal issues
  • Sanctions motions
  • Client communication problems
  • Conflicts of interest
  • Issues involving statutes of limitations or deadlines

When your case requires an expert witness in legal ethics and professional conduct, contact Century Law Group, LLP, to learn more about our informed and understandable expert testimony — and to secure your initial consultation. Call us toll free at 310-693-6097. We represent clients in Los Angeles, San Diego, Northern California and throughout the state.

Issues Involving Adequacy Of An Attorney’s Investigation in California

When notified of an investigation that could lead to an appearance before the state bar, lawyers should retain experienced representation that correctly assesses the threat to a legal practice.

At Century Law Group, LLP — serving attorney clients in California statewide for decades — our law firm can advise in practice areas of inadequate preparation by attorney, adequacy of counsel and any aspect of the uphill legal battle you are facing.

Members of our firm have decades of combined experience and a track record of success, in and out of the courtroom, that translate to aggressive protection of your rights when your practice is being questioned. We know how to negotiate, litigate and address the state bar on your behalf, in ways that preserve your right to earn a living.

No California law firm defends more licensed professionals against their boards than Century Law Group, LLP.

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We invite you to contact any of our law offices in Los Angeles, San Diego or Northern California for purposes of securing an initial consultation. Call us toll free at 310-693-6097 or reach us by email message.

Aggressive Advocacy For Attorneys Accused Of Malpractice In California

California lawyers accused of legal malpractice have rights that must be protected. At Century Law Group, LLP, we are a team of experienced state bar defense attorneys whose extensive knowledge, aggressive advocacy and personal service can make a positive difference.

Whatever the source of your legal problems, you can rely on Century Law Group, LLP, to conduct an in-depth investigation of the malpractice charges you face, thoroughly prepare your case and pursue either negotiation or litigation on your behalf. With offices in Los Angeles, San Diego and Northern California, we are available to represent clients throughout the state.

Defending Against A Wide Array Of Allegations

Our law firm defends fellow lawyers who have been accused of myriad forms of legal malpractice and wrongdoing, including:

  • Conflicts of interest
  • Failing to perform due diligence
  • Failing to conduct proper discovery
  • Missing deadlines or ignoring statutes of limitations
  • Failing to file motions
  • Failing to oppose summary judgments
  • Commingling funds or fee splitting
  • Substance abuse involving drugs or alcohol
  • Abandoning clients

Providing Discreet Assistance In Sensitive Situations

A client’s counterclaim of legal malpractice can have a direct and devastating impact on a lawyer’s professional image and reputation. For this reason, we strive to minimize publicity whenever possible, providing highly discreet representation in these high-stakes cases. Count on us for the confidentiality you deserve.

Handling Legal Malpractice Counterclaims Statewide

Century Law Group, LLP, represents more professionals facing the loss of their board licensing than any other firm in California. To learn more about how we can help you in your battle against malpractice claims, contact us for an initial consultation. Call us toll free at 310-693-6097 or reach us by email message.

Protecting Attorney Rights Against Conflicts Of Interest And Disqualification Issues

At Century Law Group, LLP, our experienced state bar defense law firm provides advice and counseling for lawyers who have questions about ethical issues involved in their legal practices.

Attorneys Edward O. Lear and Paul Virgo have spent more than 50 years providing counsel and representation for clients in the areas of state bar discipline, and professional responsibility and conduct.

Our firm has a thorough understanding of legal ethics, legal malpractice and the California State Bar, and can assess and evaluate any potential conflicts of interest. Anticipating these problems, and knowing the impact that they may have on your legal practice and your standing with the bar, are of utmost importance.

Filing Motions Of Disqualification

In some cases, it is easy to recognize a conflict of interest with a potential or current client. In other cases, attorneys may run across issues in their practice that they may be unsure about, and may or may not be an actual conflict of interest.

A lawyer may be disqualified from representing a client if they have a relationship with their client in a matter that is non-related to their current case. In civil court, filing a motion of disqualification can protect you when you anticipate a conflict of interest. Century Law Group, LLP, will analyze your situation and can draft a declaration on your behalf that will either support the granting or denial of the disqualification.

We can also help you set up an ethical screen in your legal practice to identify and avoid potential problems with clients.

Serving Los Angeles, San Diego, Northern California And Statewide

For any question regarding potential conflicts of interest in your legal practice, or how to disqualify yourself from representing a client, contact Century Law Group, LLP. Experienced guidance can ensure that you avoid any problems and maintain your ethical standards. Call toll free to 310-693-6097 or reach us by email message.

Sanctions Motions Under Rule 11 Representation For California Attorneys

If you are a California attorney handling a case, and your opposing counsel is seeking Rule 11 sanctions against you because you failed to do an adequate prefiling investigation into your client’s claims — and if the status of your practice depends on the outcome of such a dispute — you need the experienced state bar defense representation that Century Law Group, LLP, provides.

During our lawyers’ decades of combined experience, we have been down these roads with our clients many times. We know how to exercise reasonable due diligence that will help you avoid sanctions. We are also highly familiar with requirements when seeking sanctions, and we know legal strategies to employ when sanctions are sought.

Contact Our California Law Firm For Statewide Assistance

Century Law Firm, LLP, is the state’s acknowledged leader when it comes to aggressive, effective protection of professional licensees against their boards. We can help you too, wherever you are in Los Angeles, San Diego, Northern California and statewide.

To arrange an initial consultation, call toll free — 310-693-6097. We also respond promptly to all email messages.

Skilled Guidance For Every Phase Of The State Bar Defense Legal Process

When an attorney faces a formidable threat to his or her legal license from investigations and accusations filed with the state bar, factors such as statutes of limitation, waiver of claim and deadline issues for the case loom large.

Century Law Group, LLP, takes charge of embattled lawyer clients’ cases immediately — monitoring deadlines that must be adhered to, waivers of claims and statutes of limitations that govern effectiveness, and generally protecting your rights throughout the process.

No law firm in California represents more licensed professionals against their accusers, and state boards, than Century Law Group, LLP. Our state bar defense practice is no exception. We have every aspect, every detail, of your case covered, start to finish. We even offer last-minute trial representation when time gets away from you. And our track record of success with attorney clients in California statewide is proof of our abilities.

Reach Out To The Law Firm You Need When Your Career Is On The Line

Are you dealing with a waiver of attorney-client privilege as you sort out legal struggles? Are you unclear on statutes of limitations that apply to certain charges, in the event of conviction? You need to contact Century Law Group, LLP, right away. For an initial consultation, call us toll free at 310-693-6097 or reach us by email message. We represent clients in Los Angeles, San Diego, Northern California and throughout the state.

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