Edward O. Lear, Esq.

Ed Lear is an attorney and founder of the boutique litigation firm Century Law Group.  His legal career has spanned “big firm” litigation, state bar prosecution, and ethics/professional responsibility, business and real estate law.  Ed has tried over 200 cases, was elected to the American Board of Trial Advocates, is a frequent legal speaker, published author, and expert witness for attorney standard of care.  He is a graduate of UCLA School of Law and Dartmouth College cum laude.  In the community, Ed served as a Commissioner for 12 years and as Chair of the MBUSD Bond Oversight Committee.  Ed is very pleased to share his career experience and advice with the students of MYC.