Steven Andrew Donner

Steven Andrew Donner

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Car accident Lawyer at Saint Louis, MO
Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Birth Injury ... +5 more

906 Olive St, Suite 1110, Saint Louis, MO

About Steven

Biography

Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Car Accident 30%

Nationally Recognized, Award Winning Car Accident Attorney

30%
Birth Injury 10%

Nationally Recognized, Award Winning Personal Injury Attorney

10%
Brain Injury 10%

Nationally Recognized, Award Winning Personal Injury Attorney

10%
Defective and Dangerous Products 10%

Nationally Recognized, Award Winning Personal Injury Attorney

10%
Motorcycle Accident 10%

Nationally Recognized, Award Winning Personal Injury Attorney

10%
Personal Injury 10%

Nationally Recognized, Award Winning Personal Injury Attorney

10%
Slip and Fall Accident 10%

Nationally Recognized, Award Winning Personal Injury Attorney

10%
Wrongful Death 10%

Nationally Recognized, Award Winning Personal Injury Attorney

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-50%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Missouri for 14 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 2011

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Location

Donner Applewhite, Attorneys at Law

906 Olive St, Suite 1110, Saint Louis, MO, 63101

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Steven Andrew Donner's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Contracts & Agreements

Posted by Mead R. | October 28, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements

Advice for a new entrepreneur

When I needed to set up an LLC for a multi-family building that I bought I already knew Steve personally and knew his character. As a first time entrepreneur I'm doing everything for the first time. He deliberately took his time explaining every paragraph in filing an LLC in Missouri. And not just... that but explaining all other indirect issues that come up later if you structure your operating agreement in a certain fashion. His kindness to take his time in helping me draft my operating agreement gave me the confidence to proceed with filing for the LLC. If I was not comfortable enough I may not have pursued an LLC so soon. But Steve armed me with all the knowledge necessary to understand the situation and now I have the protection that an LLC offers a business owner. If you are looking for legal advice and legal documents drafted you can proceed with confidence with Steve. He is extremely thorough.

Posted by Captive8 | August 12, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements

Business Owners, Entrepreneurs, & Anyone Who Values Quality & Integrity - Steve Is Your Answer!

There are very few times that I have written recommendations, much less offered a "Five-Star Rating" for anything; however, we have been working with Mr. Steven Donner regularly since the establishment of our company and he has greatly surpassed my expectations. Finding a competent legal counsel... can make or break the success of a business. From the very beginning, Steve set us up with very thorough client agreements. He made sure he understood every service we offered to ensure the agreement met our specific needs, and then took the time to make sure we understood each section of the agreement. Since then, I have reached out to Steve for several matters and he is always there to deliver piece of mind and solutions! As a business owner, having the relief knowing that Steven and his team are there for us when we need them is invaluable. If he says he will do something, consider it done. If "experience" is a concern, have a conversation with him and worry no more. His intelligence is unmatched and he has the accolades to prove it. He is one of the most honest individuals I have ever had the privilege of working with, and I highly recommend Steven A. Donner to anyone looking for a quality, trustworthy lawyer capable of getting the job done.

Posted by Tyson | May 27, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements

Knowledgeable

Steve Donner was incredible when I sought him out for legal services regarding a contract. He helped me through all the legal terminology and pointed out all the advantages and disadvantages that were standing as well as determining all grounds that would declare a breech on both parties. I am now ve...ry comfortable with knowing everything that is hidden in the contract and now see it clearly when I read through it on my own. I would recommend him to anyone seeking legal services and plan to use him again.

Posted by Rebekah | May 10, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements

Breach of Contract

I had a case where I purchased a gun across state lines and after paying for my product, I was unable to contact the seller to set up delivery of my purchase. Steven not only responded quickly with a plan of action, but followed through when he had not heard anything. The case was resolved quickly ...and painlessly, for me. I highly recommend Steven to anyone. Not only is he knowledgeable and quick to respond, he is a good person and easy to work with.

Posted by Allison | May 10, 2013 | Contracts & Agreements

Great for Startups and Entrepreneurs

I was the first client for Steve and his law firm, and they did an excellent job! They helped me to create strong contracts for my client and contractor relationships and offered great advice on how to build and to grow my business. Steve and his law firm also make it a point to do the right thing an...d to do what's best for the client.

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Steven Andrew Donner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joel Halvorsen

Debt collection lawyer | Jan 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Steven is a hard working attorney. I personally worked with Steven as opposing counsel on several matters and can attest to his abilities as an attorney."

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John Eccher

Unknown lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Mr. Donner for several years and worked with him in various capacities on a number of different legal matters. I cannot say enough about Mr. Donner as either an attorney or as a person in his legal work. Knowledgeable, hardworking, compassionate, and phenomenal advocate for each and every one of his clients. I would not hesitate to trust Mr. Donner to provide legal representation to a friend, a family member, or even myself, and neither should you."

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Christopher Roberts

Litigation lawyer | Sep 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Steve has a thorough understanding of the FDCPA. Not only is Steve knowledgeable about the FDCPA, he is also a creative thinker, hard worker and dedicated to vigorously pursuing his client's interests."

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Brian Rogers

Business lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Steve and his law partner Tom for a number of years. They both have a reputation in the community for being good, effective lawyers. They are also quality people, and I always enjoy seeing them around town."

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Erika Wentzel

Litigation lawyer | Jul 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Steve and discussed cases with him for years. We are currently working on a case together. Working with him has been great both because of his demeanor and his work ethic."

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damir huskic

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Friend

"Steve is an incredibly hard working, highly competent and passionate attorney who zealously represents his clients. I enthusiastically endorse Steve as an attorney!"

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Matthew Cook

Litigation lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Other

"Steven’s professional demeanor and affable attitude is paralleled only by his vast knowledge of the law and passion in viciously advocating for his clients. I have had the pleasure in knowing Mr. Donner for several years now, in a personal and business setting, and would gladly recommend him to any one in need of a litigation attorney."

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Elizabeth Kroll

Business lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have known Steve as a fellow law student and business partner, both outside and within the practice of law. I can say many great things about Steve but they have already been said by others – and that is precisely the point. I am hard-pressed to think of anyone who has a negative view of him. Steve puts every ounce of his skill, knowledge and heart into working with his clients, and it shows. Does my recommendation mean something? Sure. What means more? Read the recommendations of his clients. Read how he made them feel. Read how they feel about him. They prove what I already know – he is a first-class attorney."

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Thomas Applewhite

Business lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"As someone who has worked with Steve for many years before entering the law, I can say with confidence that Steve can make things happen for the entrepreneur and the small business owner alike. When a problem is difficult, Steve is able to quickly and calmly identify the potential paths forward, weigh their benefits and drawbacks, and implement a solution. It is this rational levelheadedness combined with his own business experience that makes him a superior lawyer for the entrepreneur and small business owner."

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Robert Bas

Criminal defense lawyer

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Christopher Roberts

Class action lawyer

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Brian Rogers

Mergers and acquisitions lawyer

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Mayra Flesner

Criminal defense lawyer

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Erika Wentzel

Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Top 10 Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2021

"10 Best Attorneys" for Missouri, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2021

Top 10 Personal Injury Law Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys of America

2020

Top 10 under 40, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2020

Top 100, American Academy of Attorneys

2020

Litigator of the Year 2020, American Institute of Trial Lawyers

2020

Elite Advocate, American Institute of Legal Advocates

2020

Personal Injury Law, National Alliance of Attorneys

2020

Member - Top Tier Lawyers, American Trial Academy

2020

Top 10 Attorney Award, National Academy Of Personal Injury Attorneys

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Top 10 Personal Injury Attorney, Best of the Best Attorneys

2020

2020 Top Ranking Personal Injury Law Attorney, American Association of Attorney Advocates

2019

Fellowship, The National Association of Distinguished Counsel

2019

Elite Advocate, American Institute of Legal Advocates

2019

Member, Premier Lawyers of America

2019

Litigator of the Year 2019, American Institute of Trial Lawyers

2019

Recognizing Excellence in Civil Litigation, Lawyers of Distinction

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2019

2019 Top Personal Injury Attorneys, American Jurist Institute

2018

Client's Choice, Avvo

2018

Best Legal Counsel, Best Legal Counsel

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

"10 Best Attorneys" for Missouri, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2017

Client's Choice Award 2017, AVVO

2017

Invited Member, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Distinguished Lawyer Designation, Expert Network

2017

"10 Best Attorneys" for Missouri, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2016

Top 10% of Attorneys Award, The Lawyers of Distinction

2016

Client's Choice Award - 2016, AVVO

2015

Client's Choice Award - 2015, AVVO

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Misc, Competed for and won over 20 regional and national scholarships and awards

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Principal, Donner Applewhite, Attorneys at Law

2011 - 2011

General Counsel Extern, AmerenUE

2010 - 2010

Law Clerk, 22nd Judicial Circuit

2010 - 2011

Legal Extern, United States Attorney's Office

2009 - 2009

Consumer Division Law Clerk, Legal Services of Eastern Missouri

2006 - 2007

Victims of Crime Assistance Intern, Saint Charles County Prosecuting Attorney's Office

Associations

2016 - Present

The Lawyers of Distinction

Member

2013 - Present

Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis

2012 - Present

Habitat for Humanity Legal Committee

2012 - Present

United States District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri

2011 - Present

Missouri Bar

2011 - Present

Solo & Small Firm Practice Committee of the Missouri Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Slip and Fall

$625,000

South County - St. Louis Car Accident

$775,000.00 Settlement

Motorcycle Accident

$538,429.50 with interest at 6.25%

15SL-AC22456-02

$52,000.00

Building Fire Settlement

$1,252,777.00

$45,000.00 from Car Dealer for Misrepresentation

$45,000.00 from Car Dealer

$1,985,000.00 Judgment for Fraud

$1,985,000.00 Judgment

MISSOURI AERO KNIFE FALSE ADVERTISING CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT

Full Refund For Class Members

$100,000.00 for Car Accident Injuries

$100,000 for Car Accident Injuries

$33,000.00 Award for Soft Tissue Injury - Car Accident

$33,000.00 Award for Client

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Education

2011

Saint Louis University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

Saint Louis University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Swords and Shields to Protect Your Business

Contracts/Intellectual Property/Entity Formation

Publications

2012

2007

Voice of the Future To Survive is Strength

2006

The McNair Journal Jurisprudence: A Discourse on Ubiquitous Misogyny

Languages

Russian

English

Activity

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