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

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

43 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 15 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Kelly | August 25, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident

AMAZING LAWYER!

I had the pleasure of working with Steve Donner and Donner Applewhite after a serious motorcycle accident, and they exceeded all my expectations. Their expertise and professionalism were evident throughout the process. They fought relentlessly on my behalf and helped obtain a significant settlement t...hat helped me regain control of my life. I highly recommend them!

Posted by anonymous | January 01, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very efficient and produces results

Steve Donner has kept in constant contact during my lawsuit! He prioritized my case, assured me that everything was taken care of, and produced the result I wanted! I would recommend Steve to protect your assets and defend your rights! In my opinion he is a five star lawyer!

Posted by anonymous | January 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Lawyer for Life

Steve was my first attorney that I ever had and worked on my personal injury case. I am so satisfied with Steve's professionalism and knowledge that I continue to use him for my legal matters. I don't know about anything else, but I do know that Steve Donner knows the law and will always fight tooth ...and nail for you. He is the absolute best lawyer, and I'm so glad that I hired him. After dealing with my personal injury case, Steve settled all of my medical bills that I had and I could not be happier with this result. Steve will be direct and straight with you, and he will not make any false promises. He will tell you exactly what to expect from your case and will tell you exactly how to make the most of your case. I can't say enough about Steve, and I would highly recommend him to anyone. He is such a great attorney who is very aggressive and the type that you want in your corner for any legal matter. He will be my lawyer for life!

Posted by Ben | January 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Brilliant Accident Lawyer - Steve Donner

I was struck by a drunk driver and had injuries and no idea what to do next. I met with Steve, and he took care of everything. Steve is such an awesome man and is sympathetic to your situation, answers your questions and gives you hope that everything will be ok. After meeting Steve, you will know... he is honest and has a good heart and truly does everything that he can to help you. He is gifted and am 100% confident that your situation will be handled professionally and resolved the best way that it can with your interests above anyone, including his own, in mind. More than a lawyer, I am proud to call Steve my friend. How many people can say that about an attorney that handled their case?

Posted by Robert | November 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wrongful Termination

Great firm/Highly recommend!

Steve Donner of Donner Applewhite is a very professional attorney that helped me out during a difficult issue regarding wrongful termination. Mr. Donner fought very hard for me when the only option was civil litigation & took my case on a contingency fee basis. I had very little funds to pay an attor...ney, Donner Applewhite still took my case & did a great job helping me gain closure to a very tough legal battle. I am a real person & I highly recommend this Firm for a Free consultation to see if they can assist you with any issues your going through as well! Thanks Again Steve for restoring my faith in the JUSTICE SYSTEM! Best Regards, Rob W

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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

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Christopher Roberts

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Brian Rogers

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Mayra Flesner

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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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