January 27, 2026

Payne & Fears Earns State Bar DEI Leadership Seal

Payne & Fears is proud to announce that the firm has been recognized as a recipient of the State Bar’s DEI Leadership Seal. This distinction reflects our ongoing commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion across our organization and within the legal profession.

This achievement is the result of the leadership and dedication of our Diversity Committee, including Sarah Odia, Alex Ruiz, Tyler Runge, and Taylor Brown, whose efforts continue to drive meaningful and measurable impact. As a recipient, Payne & Fears is now listed on the State Bar’s DEI Leadership Seal website.

We thank our entire team for contributing to a culture rooted in inclusion, accountability, and excellence.