Atty. Ryan Paulus

Atty. Ryan Paulus

Ryan M. Paulus is a civil rights attorney who represents clients in discrimination, retaliation, harassment, whistleblower, consumer rights, personal injury, severance, and wage-and-hour matters.

Kansas City Kansas City 19 Years Experience 19 year
Call (816) 631-6755 Email

Profile Summary

About Ryan Paulus at a glance

Ryan Paulus is a Principal based in Kansas City, Missouri, practicing at Cornerstone Law Firm. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on sexual harassment, personal injury, employment, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2007) and Kansas United States District Court for the District of Nebraska United States District Court for th (2016). Educated at University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law (J.D., 2007) and University of Northern Iowa (B.A., 2004). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of National Employment Lawyers Association Missouri State Bar Association Kansas City Metropolitan Bar Association Clay County Bar Association Platte County Bar Association. Serves clients in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ryan M. Paulus is a civil rights attorney who represents clients in discrimination, retaliation, harassment, whistleblower, consumer rights, personal injury, severance, and wage-and-hour matters
  • Known for his confidence, perseverance, and meticulous attention to detail, Ryan has handled both large class actions and individual cases, building a record of success in significant, complex litigation
  • He combines courtroom experience with strategic advocacy to advance his clients’ interests in high-stakes disputes
  • A combat veteran, Ryan served in Afghanistan as a SAPPER Company Operations Officer and earned the Bronze Star Medal and the Combat Action Badge before resigning his commission at the rank of Captain

Practice Areas Explained

Ryan Paulus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ryan Paulus handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Sexual Harassment

Ryan Paulus is one of 5,389 sexual harassment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse sexual harassment attorneys in Missouri →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Ryan Paulus is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Missouri →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Ryan Paulus is one of 151,622 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Missouri →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Ryan Paulus is one of 63,079 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

Practicing law in Missouri. Legal matters in Missouri are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Kansas City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Missouri state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Missouri brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Missouri courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ryan Paulus

Where is Ryan Paulus's law office located?
Ryan Paulus's law practice is located in Kansas City, Missouri. The firm is Cornerstone Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ryan Paulus handle?
Ryan Paulus focuses on sexual harassment, personal injury, employment, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has Ryan Paulus practiced law?
Ryan Paulus has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Ryan Paulus go to law school?
Ryan Paulus earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact Ryan Paulus for a consultation?
You can contact Ryan Paulus directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Ryan Paulus received?
Ryan Paulus's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law
- 2007
B.A.
University of Northern Iowa
- 2004

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 2007
Kansas United States District Court for the District of Nebraska United States District Court for th
Admitted: 2016

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