Gonzalo Fernandez

Gonzalo Fernandez

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Medical malpractice Lawyer at Saint Louis, MO
Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Trucking Accident, Personal Injury ... +3 more

133 South 11th Street, Suite 350, Saint Louis, MO

About Gonzalo

Biography

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Medical Malpractice 30%

Over the years, we have recovered more than $60 million in damages against physicians, hospitals, medical technicians, and other health care professionals whose negligent approach to patient care resulted in the wrong diagnosis and a delay in treatment. Because a doctor can’t treat an unidentified or misidentified medical condition, any failure to diagnose the patient’s condition correctly and soon enough for effective treatment can result in disastrous consequences for the patient and the patie

34 years

30%
Trucking Accident 25%

Any accident involving a semi truck or heavy construction vehicle is likely to result in severe physical injuries, if not death. It is also likely to generate difficult and complex litigation against several corporate defendants involved in different aspects of the trucking industry. Our experience with truck accident litigation allows us to cut through the tangle of liability issues by finding violations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations wherever they might have occurred.

34 years

25%
Wrongful Death 10%

The loss of a loved one is a life-altering event. It is made even worse if the surviving family members feel that this death could have been prevented. It is crucial to get an experienced team of lawyers who can handle these complicated cases and help you and your family put your life back together.

34 years

10%
Brain Injury 5%

At Devereaux, Stokes, Nolan, Fernandez & Leonard, we have extensive experience in cases involving traumatic brain injury. We understand the complex medical aspects of such cases, the suffering of brain injury victims and the heartache that family members experience. We also know how to properly evaluate these injuries and get the medical care and compensation that brain injury victims deserve.

34 years

5%
Spinal Cord Injury 5%

Severe truck or auto accidents, falls from heights, or an undiagnosed infection at a hospital can all result in paralysis due to spinal cord damage. If you need legal advice about your options for recovering damages from the person or institution responsible for a serious injury to the neck or back, contact an experienced trial attorney at Devereaux, Stokes, Nolan, Fernandez & Leonard in St. Louis. Even while we are working up the liability side of your case, we monitor your physical condition.

34 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

25%-45%


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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 23 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2002

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Missouri for 35 years

State: Missouri

Acquired: 1990

Good Standing, Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 36 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1989

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Location

Devereaux, Stokes, Fernandez & Leonard

133 South 11th Street, Suite 350, Saint Louis, MO, 63102

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Gonzalo Fernandez's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

5 star (25)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (0)

Posted by Tasha | October 31, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Compassionate and wise help

Our 19yo son found himself in legal trouble in St. Louis. We were referred to Gonz and he did an amazing job listening to us, collecting and presenting our evidence and guiding us through the legal system of arrest, court dates, bail bond, house arrest and in the end we had the best outcome of charge...s dismissed. He helped us navigate a system we had never experienced before. He was kind compassionate and most of all a brilliant lawyer. We could not have had success without him. We highly recommend him. Our son got a second chance. We are so grateful. Thank u Gonz!

Posted by Caitlyn | September 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly recommend!!

I hired Gonzalo Fernandez to represent me in a serious car crash I had over in Illinois. I was left with herniated discs in my neck and a concussion that bothered me for years. Gonz and Kim were amazing! The helped me understand what was happening every step of the way. Most importantly, they und...erstood how this accident turned my life upside down and I always felt they had my best interests at heart. I wasn’t just another case to them. They got an amazing result that exceeded all my expectations. I can’t say enough about how happy I am that I chose Fernandez Law. I will always be grateful.

Posted by Kate | December 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent lawyer

My husband and I could not recommend Gonzalo Fernandez enough. We were referred to Gonz for a medical malpractice case, which resulted in the death of our infant son. Over the five years we worked with him and his team, they all were continuously kind, caring and kept us informed of the case status. ...Because of his tireless work and knowledge, we were able to successfully settle our lawsuit, and finally move forward with our lives. I cannot thank Gonz and his team enough.

Posted by Michelle | November 28, 2021 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Family Immigration assistance

Gonzalo Fernandez is knowledgeable, friendly and professional. He helped me 10 years ago so I knew exactly who to contact when I had family immigration questions again. I highly recommend Fernandez Law!

Posted by Donah | September 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

We won my Civil Rights Case!

My Civil Rights case was represented by Mr. Fernandez in 2011. I don''t know how I found him but I'm glad I did. My rights were violated by a Police detective outside of St. Louis in Uplands Park. This Law firm was able to be supportive during a Federal Conviction, as well as a civil suit that ended ...up in a 9 million dollar default judgement. We took an additional settlement for a substantial amount that settled fairly quickly. Civil Rights cases are traumatizing, hard to convict and very hard to cope with. Fernandez Law gave me the strength I needed to be able to fight my case with confidence. Not a day went by that I doubted the ability to win my case. Thank you very much!

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Gonzalo Fernandez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Clinton Wright

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mr. Fernandez is an excellent attorney. He is extremely conscientious and dedicated to his clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Peel

Medical malpractice lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gonz is a tremendous, dedicated, hard-working attorney who always seeks to secure the best results for each and every client."

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Christopher Stokes

Medical malpractice lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gonzalo is an expert in his field. He provided my clients with an honest and compassionate assessment of their claim. He has since worked hard to achieve the result that they deserve."

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Jessie Eiler

Unknown lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Co-worker

"Gonz is an experienced attorney and a skilled negotiator. He always works hard to get the best outcome for his clients."

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John Jennings

Medical malpractice lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Friend

"Gonz is a friend to whom I've referred legal cases and he achieved results better expected in both cases. He's also been a valuable resource to me on legal matters outside my areas of expertise; he's given me advice on immigration law, personal injury, criminal matters, traffic law and civil procedure. He is a very smart, ethical lawyer."

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Brendan Flaherty

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Gonz is not only an experienced, skilled and successful litigator but also a personal injury lawyer who truly cares about his clients."

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John Medler

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Gonz is a top-notch lawyer. He has turned very difficult cases into winners. He always has his clients' best interests at heart and he works extremely hard. I would highly recommend him for any personal injury case, especially catastrophic injury cases or wrongful death cases. Gonz is also excellent at medical malpractice."

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John Peel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Scott Levine

Corporate and incorporation lawyer

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Harry Arger

Litigation lawyer

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James Leonard

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Terry Flanagan

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Michael Stokes

Personal injury lawyer

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Leonard Buckley

Estate planning lawyer

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David Zevan

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Alvin Wolff

Medical malpractice lawyer

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Brendan Flaherty

Defective and dangerous products lawyer

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Frederick Pritzker

Defective and dangerous products lawyer

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Adam Goffstein

Personal injury lawyer

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Christopher Stokes

Personal injury lawyer

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Steven Gelfman

Medical malpractice lawyer

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John Medler

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Top Attorneys in Missouri, KC Magazine

2015

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Top Attorneys in Missouri, KC Magazine

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine

2013

Top Attorneys in Missouri, KC Magazine

2013

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Top Attorneys in Missouri, KC Magazine

2012

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2011

Top Attorneys in Missouri, KC Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2004

40 Under 40, St. Louis Business Journal

Work Experience

2001 - Present

Partner, Devereaux, Stokes, Fernandez & Leonard P.C.

1997 - 2001

Founding Partner, Mullen & Fernandez

1994 - 1997

Associate General Counsel, Anheuser Busch Companies

1991 - 1994

Associate Circuit Attorney, St. Louis Circuit Attorney's Office

1989 - 1991

Associate Counsel, Baker & McKenzie, LLP

Associations

2002 - Present

American Association for Justice

Member

2002 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Licensed Attorney

2000 - Present

Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys

Member

1997 - Present

St. Louis Lawyers Assoc.

Member

1995 - Present

Hispanic National Bar Association

Member

1990 - Present

Missouri Bar

Licensed Attorney

1989 - Present

Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

Paul Boyce v. Johnny Thornburgh

Judgment after trial for 11 Million Dollars

Teasley vs. Deputy Nic Forler, Sheriff Dan Torres and Lincoln County

Settlement - 1.125 Million Dollars

Mathew Scott v. SSM Healthcare, 70 SW3d 560

Jury Verdict - 4.95 Million Dollars

Wei Wu v. Ryder Truck, 330 SW3d 546

Judgment after trial for 15.3 Million Dollars

Boxdorfer vs. Lason Corp. and Jones

Settlement - 4 Million Dollars

Callahan v. Cardinal Glennon Hospital et al, 863 SW2d 852

Jury Verdict - 16 million dollars

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Education

1989

Washington University

JD/MBA - Juris Doctorate and MBA

1985

Boston College

BA

1981

St. Louis Priory

High School

Speaking Engagements

2015

KSHE, KPNT, KNOW, Cool Jazz, Classical 107

Missouri Medical Malpractice Caps

2015

2015

2015

KMOX Radio Interview Social Media and the Law

2014

KTRS, KMOX,

Illinois Speeding Law

2014

2013

Publications

Languages

Spanish

English

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