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Edward O. Lear is the Founding Partner and Trial Attorney at Century Law Group LLP, representing clients across California in complex business disputes, eminent domain, real estate, wildfire litigation, personal injury, and professional license defense. With more than 38 years of trial experience, he is admitted to all California state courts, multiple federal courts, and the Ninth Circuit. A UCLA School of Law graduate and Dartmouth alumnus, Mr. Lear has earned recognition as a Super Lawyer since 2017 and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He practices from Los Angeles and Fair Oaks offices.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Edward O. Lear

Real Estate License Discipline in Los Angeles: How to Respond to a California DRE Investigation or Accusation (2026)

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Last Modified on Feb 13, 2026

Real estate salespersons, brokers, and other licensees work hard for their positions. It can be overwhelming and confusing when facing an investigation or accusation of wrongdoing. That’s why it’s important to know about real estate license discipline in Los Angeles...

Defending Your Law License From Malpractice and Ethics Allegations 2026

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Last Modified on Jan 12, 2026

If you are an attorney, you know the monumental effort it takes to complete your education and get your legal license. It requires countless hours of studying, case studies, internships, licensure exams, and more. Once you have that license, it...

What Happens When a Client Disputes a California Attorney’s Fees?

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Last Modified on Jul 07, 2026

Choosing to hire an attorney is a huge deal, regardless of the reason for which you have decided to hire them. It may feel even more overwhelming when they overcharge you or bill you for services they did not provide....

What Disciplinary Actions Can Be Taken Against Healthcare Professionals in California?

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Last Modified on Sep 03, 2026

“What disciplinary actions can be taken against healthcare professionals in California?” is an important question for anyone who holds such a license. It can be answered by means of the various regulatory boards that oversee professional healthcare licensees within the...

The Role of Due Process in California Medical License Defense (2026)

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Last Modified on Jul 07, 2026

When your medical license is in jeopardy, it’s understandable to want to act fast and ensure your defense is strong enough to withstand the licensing board’s investigation. To accomplish this, you will want to hire a professional licensed defense lawyer...

Step-by-Step Guide to Handling a Contract Dispute (2025)

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Last Modified on Aug 19, 2025

It can be infuriating and overwhelming to handle a contract dispute on your own, especially if you don’t have any prior litigation or contract negotiation experience. You shouldn’t have to handle such a situation on your own. A California business...

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