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Timothy A. "Tim" Davis, Employment Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri

Over 34 years of legal practice · focused on Employment and Litigation

Kansas City, MO

Practicing employment in Kansas City since 1992.

34+
Years practicing
3
Bar admissions

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Timothy A. "Tim" Davis is an attorney based in Kansas City, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Timothy has over 34 years of legal experience.

Based in
Kansas City, MISSOURI
Experience
over 34 years
Known for
Employment · Litigation
  • Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Kansas City, MISSOURI.
  • Over 34 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment, Kansas City (MO) (2022).

About Timothy A. "Tim" Davis: Timothy A. "Tim" Davis is an attorney based in Kansas City, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Timothy has over 34 years of legal experience.

Areas of practice

Timothy's practice areas in Kansas City

Timothy concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Timothy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Timothy takes employment matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Timothy agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Timothy takes litigation matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Timothy agrees to represent you.

Biography

Timothy A. "Tim" Davis, employment attorney serving Kansas City

Timothy A. "Tim" Davis is an attorney based in Kansas City, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation. Timothy has over 34 years of legal experience. Timothy works from Kansas City, Missouri and takes on employment matters across the region.

Tim Davis advises clients on all aspects of the employer/employee relationship, including compliance with the NLRA, FMLA, Title VII, ADA, FLSA, EPA, OSHA, Executive Order 11246, ERISA and state and local employment statutes. He has assisted numerous clients in proactively addressing issues involving complex termination scenarios, the maintenance of union-free operations, the development of non-discrimination policies, investigation procedures and training materials, the development of FMLA and ADA compliance policies, the design and implementation of internal FLSA and EPA audits and the preparation of employee handbooks and procedure manuals.

In addition to his advice in the area of policy development and problem avoidance, Tim has extensive experience representing clients before the National Labor Relations Board, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Department of Labor’s Wage & Hour Division and in federal and state court. He has also represented employers in all aspects of union organizing campaigns, including interpreting the NLRA as it relates to union organizing efforts, developing responses to these efforts and advising employers on what they can and cannot do during a union campaign. Tim is a sought after speaker on a variety of employment law issues and has given numerous training seminars and speeches to human resources, trade, and employer groups. Tim is also the office head of the firm’s Kansas City Office.

Before joining Constangy, Tim was with the law firm of Sonnenschein, Nath & Rosenthal.

Working with Timothy on a employment matter

Tim Davis advises clients on all aspects of the employer/employee relationship, including compliance with the NLRA, FMLA, Title VII, ADA, FLSA, EPA, OSHA, Executive Order 11246, ERISA and state and local employment statutes. He has assisted numerous clients in proactively addressing issues involving complex termination scenarios, the maintenance of union-free operations, the development of…

Clients Timothy works with

Timothy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Kansas City and the surrounding Missouri area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Timothy studied and practices

  • The University of Iowa

    J.D. · 1992

  • Iowa State University

    BA · 1989

Jurisdictions

Timothy's state bar admissions

  • Kansas

    1998 · ACTIVE

  • Missouri

    1998 · ACTIVE

  • Georgia

    1992 · ACTIVE

Timothy studied at J.D. in The University of Iowa and BA in Iowa State University.

Law school and academic background

Timothy completed J.D. in The University of Iowa and BA in Iowa State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Timothy runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Timothy's legal honors and published work

Timothy has received 8 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment, Kansas City (MO)

    2022

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Top One Hundred Labor Attorneys in the United States by Labor Relations Institute, Inc.

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Selected as "Contributor of the Year" to the Human Resources community by the Metropolitan Kansas City SHRM Chapter

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Labor and Employment, Kansas City (MO) (2022). Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).

Locations

Timothy A. "Tim" Davis's office in Kansas City

Timothy's primary office is at 1201 Walnut Street Suite 2350, Kansas City, Missouri, 64108-4600. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1201 Walnut Street Suite 2350

Kansas City, Missouri 64108-4600

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Hiring guide

How to hire Timothy A. "Tim" Davis — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Timothy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Timothy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Timothy's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Timothy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Kansas City, Missouri

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Timothy

Timothy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Timothy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Timothy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Timothy A. "Tim" Davis

  • How much does it cost to hire Timothy for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Timothy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Timothy offer a free consultation?

    Timothy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Timothy's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Timothy's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Missouri typically take?

    Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Timothy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Timothy take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?

    Timothy is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Timothy will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Timothy?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Timothy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Timothy accepting new employment clients right now?

    Timothy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Kansas City, St Louis and Jefferson City in Missouri

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