Atty. John M Catron
John M Catron is a lawyer practicing personal injury defense, insurance defense, insurance coverage and 4 other areas of law. John received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Insurance Coverage & More Attorney · Serving St. Paul, MN · 50+ Years Experience
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About John M Catron at a Glance
John M Catron is a Member based in St. Paul, Minnesota, practicing at Hansen, Dordell, Bradt, Odlaug & Bradt, P.L.L.P.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1976), U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1976), and Wisconsin (1999). Educated at William Mitchell College of Law (J.D., 1976) and Columbia University (M.A. Lawrence, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Advocate, Ramsey County and Minnesota State Bar Associations American Board of Advocates. Serves clients in St. Paul, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John M Catron
- John M Catron is a lawyer practicing personal injury defense, insurance defense, insurance coverage and 4 other areas of law
- John received a M.A. degree from Columbia University in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
- John practices at Hansen, Dordell, Bradt, Odlaug & Bradt, P.L.L.P. in St. Paul, MN and 1 other location
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John M Catron's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John M Catron handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Paul.
Personal Injury in St. Paul
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
John M Catron is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Minnesota →
Insurance Law in St. Paul
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
John M Catron is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Minnesota →
Mediation & Arbitration in St. Paul
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
John M Catron is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Minnesota →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Paul
Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Paul are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
St. Paul Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Paul-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Paul Choose John M Catron
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish John M Catron's practice in the field of personal injury, insurance, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John M Catron brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Minnesota, U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, and Wisconsin, John M Catron can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, insurance, and adr, John M Catron can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Paul
A St. Paul-based practice means John M Catron attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues John M Catron Handles in St. Paul
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters John M Catron has experience with under Minnesota law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact John M Catron directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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