Valensi Rose, PLC is pleased to announce that Wayne R. Johnson has been appointed chair-elect of the California State Bar's Taxation Section Executive Committee. His term as chair-elect will run from September 30, 2007 through September 28, 2008, at which time he will become chair of the Taxation Section. "I'm truly honored to have been appointed to this position, and I hope it will allow me to promote the Section's interests even more," said Johnson, a partner at Valensi Rose.  "I believe strongly in the Section's purpose and goals, and look forward to the opportunity to continue my service to the Taxation Section."

"The firm has always encouraged active involvement in the community, from nonprofits to public policy," said Arlen Gunner, managing partner of Valensi Rose. "We congratulate Wayne on his appointment, and applaud him for continuing our firm's dedication to the community and to the profession."

The Taxation Section is California's only statewide tax bar association.  The Taxation Section's current membership is approximately 3,000.  In addition to his involvement with the California Taxation Section, Johnson currently serves as Chairman of the Board of the Los Angeles Chapter of The Make-A-Wish Foundation. 

Johnson represents high net-worth individuals in planning their business and personal affairs.  Prior to practicing law, Johnson was a public accountant.  He holds a masters' degree in taxation law from New York University School of Law.  Johnson earned his law degree from the University of North Dakota School of Law.

Law and Politics Magazine and Los Angeles Magazine named Johnson a "Rising Star" among Southern California lawyers in each of 2004, 2005 and 2006.  The Rising Star designation is awarded to attorneys who are 40 years of age and under - or have been practicing law for 10 years or less - who have shown themselves to be among the very best young lawyers practicing in Southern California.  Johnson is one of only a hand-full of Southern California tax attorneys to be awarded this distinction.