PAUL CATALANO

Paul Catalano is a Tulsa native, husband, and father who has been practicing law with Luke Wallace Law Group since 2008. He graduated in the top 5% of his class from the University of Tulsa College of Law, where he served as an editor of the Tulsa Law Review and received academic excellence awards in Contracts, Constitutional Law, and several other disciplines — the kind of foundation that translates directly into careful, precise legal work for clients.

What Paul Brings to Every Case

Paul brings exceptional research and writing skills to every matter he handles. His work on motions, briefs, and legal strategy has been an integral part of the firm's success for nearly two decades. Whether the case involves a consumer protection claim, a business dispute, or a complex contract matter, Paul's analysis is thorough, his arguments are precise, and his advocacy — in written motions and oral argument — reflects the rigorous legal thinking that comes from both exceptional training and long experience.

For clients, this means that the legal groundwork behind your case has been carefully built — long before anyone sets foot in a courtroom.

Recognition & Leadership

Treasurer, American Inns of Court — Council Oak/Johnson Sontag Chapter

The American Inns of Court is a national organization dedicated to excellence in legal professionalism, ethics, and civility. Membership is selective and by invitation — composed of judges, experienced attorneys, and outstanding law students who meet regularly to sharpen legal skills and uphold the highest standards of the profession. Serving as Treasurer of his chapter reflects both the trust of his peers and his commitment to the legal community beyond his own practice.

Super Lawyer —  2026 

Super Lawyers recognizes the top 5% of attorneys in each state based on peer nominations and independent research. 

Super Lawyers Rising Star: 2016-2018

Recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for three consecutive years — an honor awarded to fewer than 2.5% of attorneys in the state.

In the Community

Paul is a board member of the Zarrow International School Foundation and coaches youth basketball and soccer. He is deeply involved in the Tulsa community where he lives and raises his family.

Education

• J.D. — The University of Tulsa •        College of Law — Top 5%, Order of the Curule Chair, Tulsa Law Review

Bar Admissions

• Oklahoma, 2008

• U.S. District Courts, Northern and Eastern Districts of Oklahoma

• Admitted pro hac vice, Georgia Court of Appeals

• U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Oklahoma

• U.S. District Court, Northern District of Oklahoma

• U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma

• U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit

• U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit

• Admitted pro hac vice for in additional state and federal courts nationwide