Paul Pautler

Career

Raised in a family of journalists, Paul built his successful 25-year labor & employment litigation practice on communication basics.

For 25 years, Paul has used media fundamentals to advocate for clients: lead with the important, get to the point and focus on credibility with the jury. He has tried cases and counseled clients in more than 25 states, the District of Columbia and the United Kingdom.

Paul prevails for clients in jury trials of delicate harassment and discrimination cases. He also represents management clients in class and collective actions, complex employment lawsuits and arbitration proceedings. In arbitrations before American Arbitration Association (AAA) and Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) panels he represents employers. He represents clients across a broad range of industries, including hospitality and financial services.

Paul is a frequent speaker, trainer and author for business and professional organizations regarding employment obligations and management strategies.

Professional Memberships

Academy of Hospitality Industry Attorneys, 2005-present; President, 2020-2021; President Elect, 2019; Board of Directors, 2013-present

Human Resource Management Association of Kansas City

Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association

Society for Human Resource Management

American Bar Association, Labor & Employment and Litigation Law Sections