Atty. Scott Ford Pearce

Atty. Scott Ford Pearce

Scott Ford Pearce is a lawyer practicing estate planning, criminal defense, trusts and 2 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from Pacific University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

San Diego San Diego 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Scott Ford Pearce at a glance

Scott Ford Pearce is a trusts, criminal defense, estate planning, litigation, and government attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in California (1984), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1984), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1984). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1984) and Pacific University (B.A., 1980). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Scott Ford Pearce is a lawyer practicing estate planning, criminal defense, trusts and 2 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Pacific University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Scott practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Ford Pearce's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Ford Pearce handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Scott Ford Pearce is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Scott Ford Pearce is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 San Diego 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Scott Ford Pearce

Where is Scott Ford Pearce's law office located?
Scott Ford Pearce's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Ford Pearce handle?
Scott Ford Pearce focuses on trusts, criminal defense, estate planning, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Scott Ford Pearce practiced law?
Scott Ford Pearce has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Scott Ford Pearce go to law school?
Scott Ford Pearce earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Scott Ford Pearce for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1984
B.A.
Pacific University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1984

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