Atty. Brian Shear
Mr. Shear has practiced as a business litigator in federal and state courts in CA and throughout the US for over 30 years.
Bad Faith & More Attorney · Serving Pasadena, CA · 40+ Years Experience
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About Brian Shear at a Glance
Brian Shear is a Senior Associate Attorney based in Pasadena, California, practicing at Law Offices Of Todd B Becker. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Centra (1986). Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Los Angeles (B.A., 1983). Active member of State Bar of California. Serves clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Shear
- Mr. Shear has practiced as a business litigator in federal and state courts in CA and throughout the US for over 30 years
- His practice encompasses complex business litigation in the areas of insurance coverage, professional malpractice, employment, real estate, securities, corporate governance and aviation
- Mr. Shear attended UCLA, where he graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree
- He studied law at Oxford University in England and obtained his Juris Doctor from the Pepperdine University School of Law, where he graduated cum laude and received American Jurisprudence Awards for Evidence and Corporations
Practice Areas Explained
Brian Shear's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Shear handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Pasadena.
Employment Law in Pasadena
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Brian Shear is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Pasadena
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Brian Shear is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Pasadena
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Brian Shear is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Securities Law in Pasadena
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Civil Litigation in Pasadena
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Pasadena
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pasadena are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Pasadena Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Pasadena-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Pasadena Choose Brian Shear
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian Shear's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, securities, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Shear brings 40+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern, Eastern and Centra, Brian Shear can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and real estate, Brian Shear can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Pasadena
A Pasadena-based practice means Brian Shear attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Brian Shear Handles in Pasadena
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian Shear has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Brian Shear directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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