Payne & Fears LLP is a distinguished law firm based in Irvine, California, specializing in labor and employment law, business litigation, and insurance coverage matters. Known for its boutique approach, the firm positions itself as a true advocate and strategic partner to its clients, deeply familiarizing itself with all aspects of their businesses to provide tailored legal solutions.
The firm serves a diverse clientele, including businesses of all sizes—from start-ups to established corporations—across various industries. With a comprehensive and proactive approach, Payne & Fears emphasizes practical advice, vigorous litigation defense, and preventive counseling to help clients navigate complex legal landscapes, minimize risk, and achieve favorable outcomes.
Services Offered
- Labor & Employment Law
- Labor & Employment Litigation
- Wage-and-Hour Litigation
- Employee Mobility & Trade Secrets
- Class Action Defense
- Discrimination & Harassment (Age, Disability, Pregnancy, Race, Sex)
- Hostile Work Environment
- Equal Pay
- Family Care & Medical Leave
- Employment Advice & Counseling
- Employee Termination
- Employer Support & Training
- Labor Law
- Labor & Employment Investigations
- Retaliation
- Employment Law Appeals
- Business Litigation
- Non-Compete, Non-Solicitation, & Restrictive Covenants
- Unfair Competition & Unlawful Business Practices
- Computer Fraud
- Intellectual Property Litigation
- Appellate Law
- Business Transactions
- Outside General Counsel
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Business Formation
- Contracts & Agreements
- Start-Up & Early-Stage Companies
- Breach of Contract & Business Disputes
- Vendor Disputes
- Partnership & LLC Disputes
- Consumer Class Action
- Healthcare Litigation
- Construction & Real Estate Litigation
- Insurance Coverage & Litigation
- Procuring & Renewing Insurance Policies
- Navigating the Insurance Claims Process
- Negotiating With Insurers
- Insurance Litigation
- Commercial General Liability Policies
- Directors and Officers Liability Policies
- Professional Liability Policies
- Employment Practices Liability Policies
- Builders Risk Policies
- Commercial Property Policies
- Owner-Controlled Insurance Programs
- Risk-Specific Insurance Products
- Construction-Related Liability Claims
- Environmental Liability Claims
- Professional Liability Claims
- Property & Business Interruption Losses
- Cyber Risks
The firm operates offices in multiple locations, including Irvine, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, and San Francisco, allowing it to serve clients across the western United States with a regional focus and national capabilities.
