John Paul "JP" Gatto
About John Paul Gatto
John Paul Gatto is a lawyer based in St. Paul, MN and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2021. John Paul Gatto is recognized in the following practice areas:
- St. Paul, Minnesota
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Swor & Gatto
Education: Hamline University, J.D., graduated 2007
Location: St. Paul, MN
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