Kaitlyn Puyear assists clients with a broad range of litigation matters, including legal research, drafting discovery responses, and preparing case materials.

During her tenure with the firm as a Summer Associate, Kaitlyn gained practical experience in drafting legal documents and advocating for clients. She also served as a Rule 13 Intern with the University of Missouri Child & Family Justice Clinic, representing clients in Order of Protection and Guardianship hearings.

Kaitlyn earned her J.D. from the University of Missouri School of Law, serving as Senior Note & Comment Editor for the University of Missouri Journal of Dispute Resolution. She holds a B.S. in Biology from the University of Arkansas, where she cultivated a strong foundation in research and analysis.

  • University of Missouri School of Law, J.D., cum laude
    • Dean’s List
    • Order of the Coif
  • University of Arkansas Honors College, B.S., magna cum laude

Community

  • Member Development Advisor, Alpha Delta Pi

  • Catching Up to Technology: Mediation’s Role in the Era of Driverless Cars, 2025 J. Disp. Resol. (2026)

Outside of the office, I often spend my time choreographing dances and coaching a high school dance team. I am also an advisor for Alpha Delta Pi at the University of Missouri.