Steven Andrew Donner
About Steven
Biography
Attorney Steve Donner is a partner with Donner Applewhite, Attorneys at Law, in St. Louis, Missouri. A top-rated personal injury attorney, Mr. Donner represents the rights and interests of a diverse range of clients that have legal needs involving any of the following areas of law:
• Wrongful Death
• Premise Liability
• Vehicle and Serious Accidents
• Birth Injuries
• Brain Injuries
• Opioid Overdose Deaths
• Firefighting Foam Lawsuits
A 2008 summa cum laude graduate of St. Louis University, Mr. Donner returned to his alma mater and obtained his Juris Doctor from St. Louis University School of Law in 2011. The Missouri Bar admitted him to practice that same year, and he is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri.
Mr. Donner has won over 20 regional and national scholarships and has published and presented articles nationally. His former professional experience includes serving with the U.S. Attorney's Office, the Honorable Paula Bryant, Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, and the St. Charles Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
Recognized for his professionalism and service, Mr. Donner has received a Distinguished Lawyer designation from the Expert Network. In addition, the American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys named him among the 10 Best Attorneys for Missouri in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and he has earned a Superb rating of 10 out of 10 as well as several Clients' Choice awards from Avvo. Mr. Donner has received a number of additional awards including the “Top 10 Attorney” by Attorney and Practice Magazine, “Top 40 under 40” by the National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys, “Top 100” by the American Academy of Attorneys, “Litigator of the Year” by the American Institute of Trial Lawyers, “Elite Advocate” by the American Institute of Legal Advocates, “Personal Injury Law” award by the National Alliance of Attorneys, “Top Tier Lawyers” by the American Trial Academy, “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers, “Top Ranking Personal Injury Law Attorney” by the American Association of Attorney Advocates, “Fellowship” by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel, and “Top Personal Injury Attorneys” by the American Jurist Institute. Mr. Donner is an invited member of The Best Lawyers in America*, and he also maintains active involvement with several professional legal organizations, including The Missouri Bar and the Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis.
Some of Mr. Donner's favorite sports include tennis and golf. In addition, Mr. Donner enjoys camping, hunting and fishing near his home town of Troy, Illinois.
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-50%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Missouri for 14 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2011
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Location
Donner Applewhite, Attorneys at Law
906 Olive St, Suite 1110, Saint Louis, MO, 63101
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Steven Andrew Donner's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
43 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Consumer Protection
Posted by Amy | January 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection
Trial lawyer who will fight for you!
I became a client of Mr. Donner's firm to represent me in a consumer class action matter, and I'm extremely happy that I did. While I cannot talk about the case, I can say that Mr. Donner exceeded my expectations. He's a passionate attorney who tirelessly works for his clients. He is ALWAYS prepare...
Posted by Sherry | August 01, 2013 | Consumer Protection
Steve Donner will not disappoint
I used the attorney, Steve Donner to help me with a consumer litigation matter....and I would like to say a few words about the support that Steve and his law firm gave to me during a really trying time. Amidst my father being very ill out of town, my ex-husband threw me into an issue in which I need...
Posted by Rebekah | May 10, 2013 | Consumer Protection
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 ...
Steven Andrew Donner's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"Steve is an incredibly hard working, highly competent and passionate attorney who zealously represents his clients. I enthusiastically endorse Steve as an attorney!"
"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."
"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."
"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."
Criminal defense lawyer
Class action lawyer
Mergers and acquisitions lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
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 DistinctionMember
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
$625,000
$775,000.00 Settlement
$538,429.50 with interest at 6.25%
$52,000.00
$1,252,777.00
$45,000.00 from Car Dealer
$1,985,000.00 Judgment
Full Refund For Class Members
$100,000 for Car Accident Injuries
$33,000.00 Award for Client
Education
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Contracts/Intellectual Property/Entity Formation
Publications
2012
2007
2006
Languages
Russian
English
Activity
Legal Answers