Richard Paul

Richard Paul serves as Professor of Practice at the University of San Diego, teaching Employment Law and Technology courses with over four decades of legal expertise.

His academic credentials include:

• JD from Stanford University (1973)
• BA from Valparaiso University (1970)

Professor Paul specializes in Employment Law and Technology Law, focusing on complex issues affecting California employers across high-tech, research, higher education, and arts sectors. His practical approach bridges legal theory with real-world organizational challenges in rapidly evolving technological landscapes.

His professional recognition includes:

• The Best Lawyers in America (annually since 1987)
• Best Lawyers in San Diego (San Diego Magazine)
• Best Employment Lawyers in San Diego (San Diego Daily Transcript)
• San Diego Super Lawyers (New York Times Supplement)
• Best Labor and Employment Counsel in California (Corporate Counsel Magazine)
• Southern California Super Lawyers (LA Times)
• Fellow, College of Employment and Labor Lawyers (2010)
• Lawyer of the Year for labor law - management in San Diego (Best Lawyers, 2014)

With extensive advisory experience, Professor Paul co-founded Paul, Plevin, Sullivan & Connaughton in 1998 after chairing Gray Cary's employment law group. He provides strategic counsel to diverse organizations on compliance, litigation, and policy development in employment law.