Licensed for 51 years

State CA

Acquired 1972

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Jeffrey Lewis Bear

Personal injury Attorney at Encino, CA

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Best Personal Injury in Town

Incredibly professional and helpful

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I have successfully represented personal injury victims and persons accused of crime with passion and compassion for over 40 years.

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Sommer and Bear

15840 Ventura Boulevard

Suite 201

Encino, CA, 91436

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Posted by R Story | June 6, 2016

Best Personal Injury in Town

I am an actual client of Jeff's. He is one of the finest personal injury attorneys in L.A., if not the state of CA. He is kind, courteous, and understanding but yet a bulldog when he needs to be to get the best outcome for you. He took on my case and performed with skill that exceeded my expectations. When you need a great attorney, consult with Jeff first! You won't regret it.

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Posted by Brianne | June 6, 2016

Incredibly professional and helpful

I worked with Jeff on a case for nearly two years. During that time Jeff made sure I felt comfortable and informed throughout the whole process. I strongly feel that he worked tirelessly on my case and we were able to settle out of court. I can't thank him enough!

Posted by Luke | May 22, 2016

Professional and Knowledgable

I spent about 3 years on a case with Jeff and I can tell you that my case would not have been resolved if it wasn't for him. He practices law with integrity and is very skilled at what he does. The 3 years was a long process so every couple of months I would check in and find out that my case was still being worked and not forgotten. He is very quick to respond to emails and produce results. I recommend him to anyone looking for a great lawyer.

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Posted by Jeff | May 18, 2016

The right choice

Needing a criminal attorney usually means that a person is fighting for the one thing that is given freely in America, your freedom. I never thought I would be the one needing help to preserve that right, but indeed I was. I went through several attorneys, all who just wanted me to accept whatever the DA presented. Not Jeff Bear. The moment we talked about my case, it was about freedom and finding what's just and not the easiest way to close my case. Jeff Bear fought for me, making sure I was comfortable with the proceedings and most importantly being honest with me about the facts surrounding and facing me in court. Its NOT about a fancy website or how many clients an attorney has, it's how you'll be treated along the way and ultimately believing in one another. Even after my case was over, Jeff Bear made sure of my well being and kept in contact to ensure he did everything he could and can do for me. I would suggest meeting with Jeff Bear before looking anywhere else.

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Posted by Melissa | May 13, 2016

So great

Jeff absolutely knows his stuff. I was referred to him by a friend and after explaining all issues needed, he made me completely comfortable with the law process. Any time I needed to ask questions he was very prompt and would go over multiple points with me. When it came down to court time, even though I was nervous I felt like I had a pitbull in my corner making sure I was protected. Can't thank him enough for all his help and wise advice.

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Posted by Jesse | December 22, 2014

Jeff is a LEGITIMATE defense attorney

After wasting my money on a previous attorney, I was referred to Jeff by a trusted acquaintance. What a difference! Jeff is very knowledgable and his experience was obvious in the manner of which he exposed EVERY available option to benefit my case.

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AVVO RATING 10.0 (Superb)

Work Experience

Partner
Sommer and Bear
1977 - Present

Deputy Public Defender
Los Angeles County Public Defenders Office
1973 - 1977

Deputy Attorney General
California Attorney General's Office
1971 - 1973

Education

Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University
J.D.
1971

California State University-Northridge
B.A.
1968

Legal Cases

People v. Cundle
Client's conviction reveresed

People v. Faitdon Gipson
Defendant convicted

McCartney v. Commission on Judicial Qualifications
Censure (Win)

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Associations

Criminal Courts Bar Association
Member
1980 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association
Member
1977 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of California
Member
1977 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
Member
1977 - Present

Association of Former Deputies Attorneys General
Member
1973 - Present

State Bar of California
Member
1972 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association
Member
1972 - Present

Los Angeles Public Defendaer's Association
Board of Directors
1976 - 1977

Association of Deputy California Attorneys General
Board of Directors
1972 - 1973

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Languages Spoken

English

Honors and Awards

Preeminent Attorney Rating
Lawyers.Com
2016

Top Rated Lawyers - Personal Injury
Corporate Counsel
2016

Top Rated Lawyers - Personal Injury
The National Law Journel
2016

Legal Leaders: Top Rated Lawyers - Personal Injury
The American Lawyer
2016

Honoree
Who's Who In California
2016

Honoree
Who's Who In American Law
2016

Honoree
Who's Who In America
2016

Honoree
Who's Who In The World
2016

AV Rating
Martindale-Hubbell
2016

The Recorder
Southern California Top Rated Personal Injury Lawyer Rating
2013

Southern California Top Rated Lawyer Rating
Los Angeles Times
2013

Certificate of Appreciation For Services As An Arbitrator
Burbank Superior Court
2002

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5
Martindale Hubbell
2000

5.0 out of 5 peer Review Rated
Martindale Hubbell
2000

5.0 out of 5 Client Rated
Martindale Hubbell
2000

Los Angeles Superior Court
Certificate of Appreciation For Services As An Arbitrator
1990

Certificate of Appreciation For Services As A Judge Pro Tem
Los Angeles Superior Court
1990

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Publications

California Public Defenders' Association Drunk Driving Trial Seminar Syllabus
Trial Preparation And Discovery
1978

Speaking Engagements

Conference On Women And The Law
Current Developments In Prostitution And Related Laws
1977

Annual Drunk Driving Seminar
Trial Techniques In Attacking Chemical And Testimonial Evidence
1976

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Personal injury Attorney | Jun 08
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Criminal defense Attorney | Apr 28
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