Daniel F. "Dan" Fears
About Daniel F. Fears
Daniel F. Fears is a lawyer based in Irvine, CA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2008. Daniel F. Fears is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Irvine, California
- Employment Law - Management
- Labor Law - Management
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
Current Firm: Payne & Fears LLP
Education: University of San Diego, J.D., graduated 1983
Location: Irvine, CA
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