Paul S. Gerding, Jr.

Paul S. Gerding, Jr. is a partner at Kutak Rock LLP and managing partner of the firm’s Scottsdale region, supervising offices in Arizona and Washington. His practice is devoted to complex civil litigation involving contracts, insurance, bad faith, declaratory relief, real estate, government relations, tax, employment, health law, securities, business torts, fiduciary duties, shareholder disputes, negligence, regulatory issues, and other commercial matters.

Paul earned a J.D. from Chicago-Kent College of Law and a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Illinois. His education supports a litigation practice that requires close factual analysis, legal research, witness preparation, and strategic evaluation across varied industries and dispute types. The breadth of his work reflects an ability to address commercial conflicts involving private companies, public entities, financial institutions, insurers, tribal organizations, and prominent individuals.

Paul has handled significant disputes in state and federal courts, including insurer bad-faith litigation, commercial fraud claims, property and condominium conflicts, tax matters, procurement disputes, aviation claims, and shareholder issues. Recent matters include a complete defense verdict against claims and demands exceeding $80 million, dismissal of a lawsuit involving claims above $60 million, and litigation involving public boards, special taxing districts, and complex commercial relationships.

Paul S. Gerding, Jr. is admitted in Arizona and Illinois and before several federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court and federal appellate courts. He participates in the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry Policy Board and multiple bar organizations. His practice combines regional leadership with substantial trial and dispute-resolution experience, helping clients assess legal risk, defend contested claims, pursue commercial remedies, and navigate high-stakes civil litigation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Kutak Rock LLP
• Member, State Bar of Arizona
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, The Lawyers Club of Chicago
• Member, Scottsdale Bar Association
• Member, Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry Policy Board
• Member, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

Licensed State

• Arizona
• Illinois

Education

• Chicago-Kent College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Illinois
  Bachelor of Science (BS) in Psychology

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