(live-PR.com) - - Payne & Fears LLP Dan Rasmussen, 949-797-1250 Payne & Fears LLP, a leading law firm specializing in employment law and business litigation, announced today that Daniel L. Rasmussen has been elected Managing Partner. As Managing Partner, Rasmussen will build upon Payne & Fears' reputation as one of the leading employment and business litigation firms on the West Coast, while expanding its representation of insurance policyholders and religious institutions.

The firm's co-founder, James L. Payne, served as Managing Partner for over 15 years before choosing to transition the management responsibilities to allow more time for his significant law practice and further business development. "I am honored to have been able to create a solid foundation for one of the finest law firms in the Western states, and to pass the torch of leadership to someone as capable and hard working as Dan", said Jim Payne. "Dan brings the perfect mix of experience and innovation to the position of Managing Partner, and we are confident that his talent and leadership skills will take our firm to the next level."

"Jim's commitment to best in class service and core values has led to enormous success and credibility for our firm over the last fifteen and a half years, and I am honored to assume the position of Managing Partner," said Rasmussen. "I am confident that we, with our talented team of professionals, will continue to build upon our track record of major client victories, top peer recognition and consistent growth."

Rasmussen has been a partner with Payne & Fears since 1994, and specializes in business litigation and appellate law. He has served as a member of the firm's management committee, and has been repeatedly honored in various legal and business publications.

Founded in 1992, by James L. Payne and Daniel F. Fears in Irvine, California, Payne & Fears has transformed from a two-lawyer labor law boutique into a four-office litigation enterprise, handling business, property, and insurance litigation as well. The firm's diverse clients include Fortune 100 corporations, emerging companies, non-profit organizations, churches, partnerships and individuals.

About Payne & Fears, LLP

Payne & Fears LLP provides the highest quality legal services for its clients in several practice areas including labor and employment counseling and litigation, business litigation, insurance coverage and business transactions. The firm's diverse clients include Fortune 100 corporations, emerging companies, non-profit organizations, churches, partnerships and individuals. Payne & Fears LLP is headquartered in Irvine, California with offices in Los Angeles, Las Vegas and San Francisco. For more information, visit www.paynefears.com.

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