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.
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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
Timothy handles employment matters throughout Missouri. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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