Paul Bratter is a fictional character from the play "Barefoot in the Park," written by Neil Simon. He is a young, newlywed lawyer who is practical and somewhat uptight, contrasting with his free-spirited wife, Corie Bratter. Throughout the play, Paul navigates the challenges of married life, often struggling to balance his professional responsibilities with his desire to support his wife's adventurous nature. His character represents the tension between stability and spontaneity in relationships.