Paul L. Schmitz

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Biography

Paul has long used his legal knowledge and experience to stand up for employees, and he is committed to protecting the interests of his clients whose workplace rights have been violated. He has represented employees in cases involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation claims, whistleblower claims, NLRA and FLSA claims, wrongful termination, workers’ compensation claims, severance agreements, employment contracts, and non-compete, non-solicit, and confidentiality covenants. Paul has also represented many clients in labor law and union disputes and has represented public employees in administrative appeals of wrongful discipline and termination.

In addition, Paul represents local, national, and international business and corporate clients in various disputes with competitors, customers, regulatory agencies, and other entities. Paul has utilized his extensive knowledge and experience in employment and labor law to counsel employers on regulatory and compliance issues to help them ensure compliance with state and federal employment laws. He oversees, counsels, and assists with various companies’ ethics and compliance programs across a wide spectrum of legal issues, and he is skilled in the art of tailoring compliance programs that are unique and specific to each client’s industry.

Paul also has extensive experience handling criminal cases — both as an attorney and in his prior career in law enforcement. He leads the criminal law practice at UGBB and provides a comprehensive approach in his assistance to clients. Paul represents people facing criminal charges ranging from minor infractions up to serious felony indictments. He has handled cases involving violent crimes, drug crimes, sex crimes, property crimes, DWIs, traffic violations, white-collar crime, and a variety of other charges.

Paul has successfully argued dozens of cases before the Missouri Court of Appeals in the Eastern and Western Districts of Missouri, and he coordinates representation with other UGBB attorneys in a broad range of civil litigation matters.
Paul’s varied experience, empathy in recognition of the difficult situations each of his clients faces, and his passion for meeting the needs of his clients are all factors that contribute to strong legal representation. All this, when combined with a spirit of collaboration, allows him to bring a comprehensive perspective to his clients’ cases. As one of the firm’s partners, Paul seeks practical, cost-effective resolutions while keeping in mind the long-term implications of each matter.

Education

Saint Louis University School of Law, St. Louis, Missouri
  • J.D.
  • Honors: cum laude
University of Missouri – St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
  • M.A.
  • Major: Criminology and Criminal Justice
  • Honors: With Honors
Truman State University, Kirksville, Missouri
  • B.S.
  • Major: Justice Systems

Bar Admissions

  • Missouri
  • Illinois
  • U.S. District Court Eastern District of Missouri
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of Illinois

Professional Associations

  • Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
  • Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
  • Chicago Bar Association
  • American Bar Association

Fraternities

  • Pi Kappa Phi

Honors & Awards

  • Dean’s List
  • Academic Excellence Award in Labor and Employment Law
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