PaxtonMoore
Associate
Labor & Employment
pmoore@seyfarth.com
“For any question, there is an answer; for any problem, there is a solution.”
More About Paxton
Paxton leverages his extensive background in general litigation to provide strategic counsel and representation to clients facing complex business disputes. Combining his prior experience litigating labor and employment matters with his current commercial litigation caseload, Paxton offers a unique perspective to his clients, especially those involving multifaceted legal and constitutional issues.
Paxton’s experience spans a wide range of industries, and he is adept at handling cases related to breach of contract, business torts, sexual abuse and harassment, white collar crime, and other commercial matters. His work includes representing clients in both state and federal court, as well as in alternative dispute resolution forums such as mediation and arbitration. Paxton’s ability to quickly assess the nuances of a case allows him to develop tailored litigation strategies that balance his clients’ long-term business objectives with effective risk management.
Having transitioned from the firm’s Labor & Employment department, Paxton also brings a wealth of experience defending clients against claims involving workplace disputes, health and safety regulations, and issues arising under federal employment laws. This diverse background enables him to approach commercial disputes with a practical and results-oriented mindset, helping clients navigate challenging legal landscapes and minimize exposure to liability.
A skilled communicator and collaborator, Paxton is committed to providing clear, concise, and timely updates to clients, ensuring they are always informed and confident in their litigation strategy. Paxton prides himself on his client-centered approach and strives to build long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and the pursuit of mutually beneficial outcomes.
Paxton’s experience spans a wide range of industries, and he is adept at handling cases related to breach of contract, business torts, sexual abuse and harassment, white collar crime, and other commercial matters. His work includes representing clients in both state and federal court, as well as in alternative dispute resolution forums such as mediation and arbitration. Paxton’s ability to quickly assess the nuances of a case allows him to develop tailored litigation strategies that balance his clients’ long-term business objectives with effective risk management.
Having transitioned from the firm’s Labor & Employment department, Paxton also brings a wealth of experience defending clients against claims involving workplace disputes, health and safety regulations, and issues arising under federal employment laws. This diverse background enables him to approach commercial disputes with a practical and results-oriented mindset, helping clients navigate challenging legal landscapes and minimize exposure to liability.
A skilled communicator and collaborator, Paxton is committed to providing clear, concise, and timely updates to clients, ensuring they are always informed and confident in their litigation strategy. Paxton prides himself on his client-centered approach and strives to build long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and the pursuit of mutually beneficial outcomes.
- JD, SMU Dedman School of Law
Magna cum laude - BA, University of Texas, Austin
Government
University honors
- Connecticut
- New York
- Texas
- US Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
- US District Court, Eastern District of New York
- US District Court, Southern District of New York
- US District Court, Northern District of Texas
- US District Court, Western District of Texas
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“For any question, there is an answer; for any problem, there is a solution.”
More About Paxton
Paxton leverages his extensive background in general litigation to provide strategic counsel and representation to clients facing complex business disputes. Combining his prior experience litigating labor and employment matters with his current commercial litigation caseload, Paxton offers a unique perspective to his clients, especially those involving multifaceted legal and constitutional issues.
Paxton’s experience spans a wide range of industries, and he is adept at handling cases related to breach of contract, business torts, sexual abuse and harassment, white collar crime, and other commercial matters. His work includes representing clients in both state and federal court, as well as in alternative dispute resolution forums such as mediation and arbitration. Paxton’s ability to quickly assess the nuances of a case allows him to develop tailored litigation strategies that balance his clients’ long-term business objectives with effective risk management.
Having transitioned from the firm’s Labor & Employment department, Paxton also brings a wealth of experience defending clients against claims involving workplace disputes, health and safety regulations, and issues arising under federal employment laws. This diverse background enables him to approach commercial disputes with a practical and results-oriented mindset, helping clients navigate challenging legal landscapes and minimize exposure to liability.
A skilled communicator and collaborator, Paxton is committed to providing clear, concise, and timely updates to clients, ensuring they are always informed and confident in their litigation strategy. Paxton prides himself on his client-centered approach and strives to build long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and the pursuit of mutually beneficial outcomes.
Paxton’s experience spans a wide range of industries, and he is adept at handling cases related to breach of contract, business torts, sexual abuse and harassment, white collar crime, and other commercial matters. His work includes representing clients in both state and federal court, as well as in alternative dispute resolution forums such as mediation and arbitration. Paxton’s ability to quickly assess the nuances of a case allows him to develop tailored litigation strategies that balance his clients’ long-term business objectives with effective risk management.
Having transitioned from the firm’s Labor & Employment department, Paxton also brings a wealth of experience defending clients against claims involving workplace disputes, health and safety regulations, and issues arising under federal employment laws. This diverse background enables him to approach commercial disputes with a practical and results-oriented mindset, helping clients navigate challenging legal landscapes and minimize exposure to liability.
A skilled communicator and collaborator, Paxton is committed to providing clear, concise, and timely updates to clients, ensuring they are always informed and confident in their litigation strategy. Paxton prides himself on his client-centered approach and strives to build long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and the pursuit of mutually beneficial outcomes.
- JD, SMU Dedman School of Law
Magna cum laude - BA, University of Texas, Austin
Government
University honors
- Connecticut
- New York
- Texas
- US Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
- US District Court, Eastern District of New York
- US District Court, Southern District of New York
- US District Court, Northern District of Texas
- US District Court, Western District of Texas
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10/02/2023
Rob Whitman and Paxton Moore Write on Understanding Wage Theft Penalties Under New NY Statute in Law360
- Co-Author, "How Antidiscrimination Laws Apply to Employees Who Work Remotely," New York State Bar Association (April 29, 2024)
- Co-Author, "New York Likely To Increase Minimum Wage And Overtime Thresholds," Legal Update, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (November 27, 2023)
- Co-Author, "New York Increases Salary Threshold for Certain Labor Law Exemptions," Legal Update, Seyfarth Shaw LLP (October 5, 2023)
- Co-Author, "Understanding Wage Theft Penalties Under New NY Statute," Law360 (October 2, 2023)