Stephen P. Niemira Truck Crash & Personal Injury Attorney
Stephen Niemira is a third-generation St. Louis lawyer who has dedicated his 33-year career to pursuing justice for individuals injured by corporate negligence and misdeeds. His path to law was unconventional: Stephen spent 14 years living and working in the Amazon region of Bolivia, developing healthcare and education projects for remote and marginalized populations. That experience shaped his deep commitment to fighting for people who need a powerful advocate on their side. Fluent in Spanish, Stephen brings both cultural understanding and legal expertise to every case.
⚖️ 33 Years of Legal Experience
⚖️⚖️⚖️ Third-Generation St. Louis Lawyer
⚖️ 14 Years in Bolivia – Healthcare & Education Projects
“My years working with marginalized communities in the Amazon taught me what it means to truly advocate for people who need help—and that’s exactly what I bring to every case I handle.”
Truck Crash & Personal Injury Attorney
Three Generations of Advocacy
Stephen continues a family tradition of legal advocacy in St. Louis, bringing decades of experience and a unique global perspective to his work representing injured clients. His fluency in Spanish allows him to serve Missouri’s growing Hispanic community.
$2M+
In Settlements
Documented case results
3rd
Generation Lawyer
Family legacy of legal advocacy
33
Years of Experience
Personal injury litigation since 1992
14
Years in Bolivia
Humanitarian work in Amazon region
Representative Case Results
Stephen has secured significant settlements across a range of personal injury matters. Below are representative results that demonstrate his commitment to maximizing compensation for his clients. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Each case is unique.
$1,250,000 — Auto Accident
Settlement for a client seriously injured in an automobile accident. Stephen’s experience with motor vehicle cases—including truck crashes—allows him to accurately assess damages and fight for full compensation.
$800,000 – Wrongful Death
Wrongful death settlement for the family of a nursing home resident killed by medication error.
$300,000 — Dog Attack
Settlement for a victim of a serious dog attack. Dog owners are responsible for controlling their animals—when they fail and someone is injured, Stephen holds them accountable for the full extent of the harm.
$225,000 — Trip and Fall
Settlement for a client injured in a trip and fall accident. Property owners must maintain safe conditions—when hazards cause injuries, Stephen fights to ensure victims are compensated.
Additional Results
$200,000 — Dog Attack
$150,000 — Slip and Fall
$150,000 — Auto Accident (liability + UIM limits)
We Don’t Just Take On Cases—We Take On Causes.
Whether you’ve been injured in a truck crash, car accident, or on someone else’s property, Stephen Niemira doesn’t just fight for compensation—he fights to ensure what happened to you never happens to another family. His 14 years serving marginalized communities in Bolivia taught him what true advocacy means, and he brings that commitment to every case.
Peer Recognition & Credentials
Professional Associations
Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys (MATA)
Bar Admissions
Missouri – 1992
Illinois – 1995
Language & Cultural Competency
Fluent in Spanish
Stephen’s 14 years living and working in Bolivia gave him complete fluency in Spanish and deep cultural understanding. He welcomes Spanish-speaking clients and can handle cases entirely in Spanish when needed.
Stephen’s Practice Areas
Stephen handles a wide range of personal injury cases across Missouri and Illinois, with particular focus on truck crashes and motor vehicle accidents. His 33 years of experience and fluency in Spanish allow him to serve a diverse client base. Stephen also handles: Medical Malpractice, Surgical Errors, Birth Injuries, Construction Accidents, Workers’ Compensation, Insurance Bad Faith, Product Liability, Dangerous Drugs, Medical Devices, Mass Torts, Environmental Exposure, Sexual Abuse, Nursing Home Abuse
Truck Crashes
Commercial truck accidents often cause catastrophic injuries due to the size and weight of these vehicles. Stephen has extensive experience investigating truck crashes, identifying all responsible parties, and fighting for full compensation against trucking companies and their insurers.
Car crashes, motorcycle collisions, pedestrian and bicycle accidents—Stephen handles all types of motor vehicle cases. His $1.25 million auto accident settlement demonstrates his ability to maximize compensation for seriously injured clients.
When negligence takes a loved one, families need a compassionate advocate who will fight for justice. Stephen brings both legal skill and genuine empathy to wrongful death cases, helping families hold responsible parties accountable.
Property owners must maintain safe conditions for visitors. When they fail—whether through slip and fall hazards, trip hazards, or dangerous conditions—Stephen holds them accountable. His settlements include $225,000 for a trip and fall and $150,000 for a slip and fall.
Dog attacks can cause serious physical and emotional injuries. Stephen has secured multiple significant settlements for dog attack victims, including $300,000 and $200,000 recoveries, holding negligent pet owners fully accountable.
Traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and other life-altering injuries require an attorney who understands both the immediate and long-term impacts. Stephen fights to ensure clients receive compensation that reflects the true cost of their injuries.
Stephen was born and raised in the City of St. Louis, continuing a family tradition of legal advocacy. As a third-generation lawyer, he carries forward a legacy of fighting for justice in the St. Louis community.
University of Missouri-Columbia
A.B. – 1989
Stephen earned his undergraduate degree from Mizzou, preparing for a legal career that would take him around the world before returning to St. Louis.
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law
Juris Doctor – 1992
Stephen earned his law degree from Mizzou Law and was admitted to the Missouri Bar in 1992, followed by Illinois in 1995.
Judicial Clerkship
Judicial Clerkship 1992
Hon. Paul J. Simon, Missouri Court of Appeals, Eastern District (1992-1994).
Amazon Region, Bolivia
14 Years of Humanitarian Work
Stephen spent 14 years living and working in the Amazon region of Bolivia in South America. There, he developed healthcare and education projects for remote and marginalized populations—work that deepened his commitment to advocacy and gave him complete fluency in Spanish.
OnderLaw
Truck Crash & Personal Injury Attorney
Stephen Niemira and the OnderLaw team don’t just fight for compensation—we fight to ensure what happened to you never happens to another family. If you’ve been injured in a truck crash, car accident, or through negligence, let’s discuss how your case could create lasting change.
When Your Case Becomes Our Cause
Stephen Niemira and the OnderLaw team don’t just fight for compensation—we fight to ensure what happened to you never happens to another family. If you’ve been injured in a truck crash, car accident, or through negligence, let’s discuss how your case could create lasting change.
Stephen’s 14 years in the Amazon region of Bolivia weren’t just about developing his Spanish fluency—they were about making a real difference in the lives of people who had been overlooked and underserved. He developed healthcare and education projects for remote communities that had limited access to either. That experience fundamentally shaped who he is as an attorney: someone who understands what it means to fight for people who truly need help.
