Brigid Fernandez - St. Louis, MO
Attorney at Fernandez Elder Law LLC
Elder Law Lawyers in St. Louis, MO
13205 Manchester Road Suite 210 St. Louis, MO 63131
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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20
Years
Experience
St. Louis Elder Law Lawyer
Updated: 03/10/2026
Areas of Practice
- Elder Law
- Estate Planning
- Probate and Trust Administration
- Guardianship and Conservatorship
- Medicaid Planning
- Special Needs Planning
- VA Benefits Planning
- Educational Presentations
Attorney Information
Overview
Brigid Fernandez graduated from Saint Louis University School of Law in 2006 where she received the Academic Excellence Award in Legal Profession for achieving the highest grade. Her first case was tried as a third year law student. She was later recognized for her commitment to public service when she was awarded the 2006 Saint Louis University School of Law David Grant Student Attorney Award. Brigid is a Certified Civil Mediator.
In addition to her law degree, Ms. Fernandez has a Bachelor's Degree and a Master's Degree of Social Work from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
After nearly twenty years as a highly respected social worker in one of the largest healthcare systems in the State of Missouri, Brigid attained her law degree in order to continue her support for older adults and persons with disabilities. Her unique combination of education and experience makes her a strong advocate for her clients and their families, offering a rare and valuable insight of the inner mechanisms of the healthcare system and long-term care facilities.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Top Estate Planning Attorneys by St. Louis Small Business, 2018
- Rising Star by Super Lawyers**
- Super Lawyer 2020**
Other Sources of Feedback About Brigid Fernandez
Included on the 2025 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2024 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
- 2015 Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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Saint Louis University School of Law,
St. Louis,
Missouri
J.D.
Honors: Academic Excellence Award in Legal Profession
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Saint Louis University School of Law,
St. Louis,
Missouri
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Non Legal Education
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University of Missouri-Columbia
Bachelor’s Degree, Social Work -
University of Missouri-Columbia
Master’s Degree, Social Work
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University of Missouri-Columbia
Current Employment Position(s)
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Attorney
Pro Bono Activities
- David Grant Student Attorney Award, Saint Louis University School of Law
- Mission Champion, Memory Care Home Solutions, 2019 - Present
- Outstanding Chapter Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, Missouri Chapter
Specialties and Certifications
- Certified Elder Law Attorney (CELA)*, National Elder Law Foundation (NELF)
- Certified Civil Mediator
- Veterans Administration Accredited Attorney
Other Affiliations
- Member, Missouri Bar Association
- Member, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
- Member, Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis
- Member, National Elder Law Foundation
- Member, National Academy of Social Workers
- Member, Social Work Leaders in Health Care of Metro St. Louis
- Past President, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), Missouri Chapter
- Former Board Member, Life Care Planning Law Firms Association (LCPLFA)
- Past President, Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (VOYCE)
- Former Board Member, Huntington's Disease Society-St. Louis Chapter
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Contact
13205 Manchester Road
Suite 210
St. Louis, MO 63131
Phone: 314-328-7164
Fax: 314-405-9319
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.fernandezelderlaw.com
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