Biography

Jon-Paul grew up in New Castle, Pennsylvania and attended high school in Neshannock, PA. A defining moment in his early life was becoming a father at 16—an experience that shaped his personal and professional journey.

He earned his B.A. in History with a minor in Political Science from Youngstown State University, where he was actively involved in Model United Nations and graduated Summa Cum Laude. He was also awarded the B’nai B’rith Award for his academic work on the Jewish population in Poland. He later earned his J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in 2012.

Currently serving as an Associate at Smith Clinesmith, Jon-Paul is awaiting bar admission in New York and Pennsylvania. He is passionate about advocating for those harmed by corporate greed, particularly the elderly, and is committed to fighting for justice with tenacity and purpose.

Credentials 

• J.D., Case Western Reserve University School of Law

• B.A. History, Minor in Political Science – Youngstown State University