Gregson Edward Bautzer (April 3, 1911 – October 26, 1987) was an American attorney who represented such individuals as Ginger Rogers, Ingrid Bergman and Joan Crawford, Kirk Kerkorian, Howard Hughes and William R. Wilkerson.

[1] The elder Bautzer was active in the San Pedro community, a civic leader, political activist and attorney.

Bautzer contributed financially by taking after school jobs, selling newspapers, performing janitorial work on yachts harbored in San Pedro, and waiting on tables in local eateries.

A self-disciplined young man of considerable scholastic achievement, he was also endowed with a congenial, enthusiastic personality that easily attracted friendships.

[2] While in high school, Bautzer took an active interest in public speaking and while yet a teenager, gained community recognition for his debating skills.

He became a member of the Phi Kappa Psi fraternity, the Skull and Dagger honor society, and captain of the varsity debate team.