State Bar Defense Overview

State Bar Attorneys Serving the State of California

Century Law Group represents attorneys during all phases of the disciplinary process, including State Bar defense in disciplinary actions, and admissions and reinstatement proceedings. In addition to these services, Century Law Group also serves as a resource for other attorneys who need consultations regarding ethical issues that arise in their everyday practices.

Experienced Representation for both Los Angeles and San Francisco

At Century Law Group, we provide clients with advice, counsel and defense in many areas of State Bar discipline, including:

· Legal Ethics and Practice Management:
We consult with attorneys who have questions about issues of ethics, professional responsibility and conduct in their legal practice.

· State Bar Defense:
When attorneys are faced with ethics complaints, retention of skilled counsel can be the difference regarding dismissal of the complaint, reproval, suspension or even disbarment.

· Expert Witness Testimony:
Credible and informed analysis of the ethics of attorney conduct can be provided for civil litigation in disputes such as legal malpractice and disciplinary proceedings.

· Fee Disputes:
When fee disputes occur between clients and lawyers, or between lawyers, we can represent them in fee arbitration or act as expert witnesses. Our firm provides cost-effective results for our clients.

· Alternative Discipline Program:
When attorneys are dealing with drug, alcohol and mental health issues, they can apply for an Alternative Discipline Program that may result in lower levels of discipline. We have had great success getting clients admitted into the program.

· State Bar Admission:
The moral fitness component of the bar admissions proceeding requires candor and honesty of all applicants. If you have questions or concerns about your Bar application, we can provide helpful assistance to facilitate the process.

· State Bar Reinstatement:
Reinstatement to the bar requires a showing or rehabilitation and present moral qualification. Counsel can help make sure your petition for reinstatement is thorough enough to meet the rigors of the reinstatement process.

· Conflicts of Interest and Disqualifications:
When attorneys run across these issues in their practice, we can provide advice and counseling and draft a declaration on their behalf.

Attorneys Edward Lear and Paul Virgo have more than 47 years of combined experience in State Bar discipline. While many lawyers feel that they do not need to hire an attorney for discipline proceedings and ethical issues in their practice, by representing themselves, they can severely limit their options and make themselves more vulnerable to professional discipline. We offer reasonable fees and dedicated service.

Contact Us at Century Law Group

When you are facing difficult challenges in State Bar discipline, contact us at Century Law Group LLP and let us provide your representation in legal ethics, State Bar defense and expert witness testimony. We also represent clients in the State Bar courts in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Call us at 310-642-6900 or toll free at 866-522-2642.