Paul J. Zech

Employment Law - Management

4.0 (1 reviews)

Minneapolis, Minnesota

41+ years experience

Felhaber Larson PA

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

612-339-6321

https://www.felhaber.com/people/paul-zech/

U.S. Bank Plaza, Suite 2200, 220 South Sixth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55402-4504

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Bio

Paul J. Zech is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Labor Law - Management.Paul J., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2003. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Paul J. Zech is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Labor Law - Management.Paul J., who practices law in Minneapolis, Minnesota, has been recognized since 2003. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Paul J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Paul J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Minnesota

State Capital

Saint Paul

Highest Court

Minnesota Supreme Court

Bar Association

Minnesota State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$200-$450

Typical Hourly Range

$300-$650/hr

Fee Model Notes

Business and employment matters often involve hourly billing with optional project-based retainers.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Minneapolis (2019)
Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law - Management, Minneapolis (2018)
Lawyer of the Year: Labor Law - Management, Minneapolis (2014)
Lawyer of the Year: Employment Law - Management, Minneapolis (2013)
Recognized: Employment Law - Management
Recognized: Labor Law - Management
Special Focus: Management

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2003

Education

William Mitchell College of Law, J.D., graduated 1984

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Reviews

Stephanie Peterson

3 months ago

A trusted advisor for complex employment matters

Paul Zech provided exceptional counsel for a sensitive executive severance negotiation. His deep knowledge of employment law, honed over four decades, was immediately apparent. His recognition as a 'Lawyer of the Year' in this field is well-deserved. He was strategic, calm under pressure, and secured a far better outcome than I anticipated. While his firm's billing structure is premium, the value was clear. Communication was generally excellent, though there were occasional delays in email responses during very busy periods. I would confidently recommend him to any business leader.