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Stephen Fernandez

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Brain injury

Language

English

About

Stephen M. Fernandez received his law degree, with honors, from the University of Florida College of Law. While in law school he focused on courses relevant to the field of personal injury and trial practice. Mr. Fernandez was also an active member of the University of Florida Journal of Law and Public Policy. Prior to studying law, he graduated with high honors from the University of Florida with a degree in Political Science. He also earned minors in Business Administration and Environmental Studies.Mr. Fernandez has focused his career on representing accident victims and their families in personal injury and wrongful death claims. He also represents the victims of wrongful insurance denials.Mr. Fernandez is licensed to practice law in both Florida and Georgia. He is also admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida. His experience includes handling automobile accidents, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, motorcycle accidents, commercial trucking cases, premises liability, negligent security, watercraft accidents, assault/battery, and insurance denials under both state law and ERISA.Mr. Fernandez has quickly built a reputation as a skilled litigator and zealous advocate for his clients. He has been named a “Rising Star” by Florida Super Lawyers magazine in 2010 and 2011. This distinction is awarded to no more than 2.5% of attorneys and is based on factors such as academic achievement, peer recognition and professional accomplishments.  In 2011 he was also named one of the “Top 40 Under 40” by The National Trial Lawyers organization. He maintains a “Superb” rating by Avvo.  Mr. Fernandez is a member of the American Association of Justice, the Florida Justice Association, the Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers Association, the Manasota Trial Lawyers Association Board of Directors, the Sarasota Bar Association, and the Association of Plaintiff's Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America. He is also on the Board of Sarasota Bay Watch, a non-profit organization committed to preserving and restoring Sarasota Bay. Mr. Fernandez has written various publications on subjects ranging from the handling of insurance claims to fly-fishing. In 2003 his article "Captive-bred Exceptions: An Unconventional Approach to Conservation Under the ESA" won the Barbara W. Maker award and was published in the UF Journal of Law and Public Policy. He has also published fishing and conservation articles in Fisheries Magazine, Florida Sportsman and Salt Water Fly Fishing. When not representing his clients, Mr. Fernandez can most often be found fly fishing the inshore waters off Florida's west coast. 

Practices Areas

Car Accident

Personal Injury

Brain injury

Language

English

Contact

Goldman Babboni Fernandez & Walsh3550 S. Tamiami Tr., 3rd FloorSarasota, FL, 34239

Office: (941) 217-1128

Website: N/A

Reviews

anonymous
March 5, 2016

After getting the runaround and being insulted by the insurance company representative, I was recommended to Stephen M. Fernandez. I felt very comfortable with the office and Stephen as my attorney. Everything from start to finish was professional, prompt and I was pleased with my outcome. I feel very comfortable recommending the office and Stephen personally.

Tanya
March 29, 2017

I went to Mr. Fernandez because he was so great with a case he handled for my daughter. My family was amazed at how quickly he got in touch with her, when she called him. They helped her with what ever her issues were at the time. Even if it was just to put our mind at ease. A year after her case was successfully closed, I was in an awful accident. I sitting at a red light in a little vehicle while someone slammed into me in a Large V8 work truck. The confusion, dizziness, anxiety, fear set in almost immediately about what I was going to do. Of course, I called a couple of attorneys, as it was on the weekend. Received call back the next day & I spoke with one attorneys helper (no help at all). I still have not talked to the other Large Law Firm yet :) I was grateful that Mr. Fernandez called me quickly to let me know my options. He was not pushy at all he told me what to do to protect myself. I was worried about going to hospital (money is really tight as I have a ill child). Throughout my entire process. I felt as if I was his only client (even though I know he has a large clientele). The staff there were so helpful and pleasant. I would use this office for Any and All legal issues in my family future. They went above and beyond. Mr. Fernandez did erything he could do and I am pleased at the outcome. Mr. Fernandez Always asked about my daughter and how her heath was. Just know There are Attorneys still out there that care about your case, health, family and future. Don't hesitate to call Mr. Fernandez he truly cares about doing what is best for you.

anonymous
March 9, 2020

Mr. Stephen Fernandez is a very effective and professional attorney. Mr. Fernandez kept us appraised of the process, including our options and his recommendations. We are pleased with the resolution of the issues in our case.

anonymous
April 10, 2017

Following my accident/traumatic injuries, we met with Stephen Fernandez to discuss our options. We were impressed with his soft-spoken, calm demeanor which immediately made us feel very comfortable with him and his staff. From the start, he was open and honest and helped us to establish realistic expectations regarding the type of settlement we could expect and we so appreciated this approach. His care and concern for my well-being was genuine and he and his staff kept us informed every step of the way. I must say that he exceeded our expectations on every level. He is a consummate professional and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing the services of a great personal injury attorney.

anonymous
September 22, 2016

Mr. Fernandez was an amazing lawyer. This was my first experience with a lawyer and it was excellent. He was very attentive to my every need. I would strongly recommend him or this law firm to anyone I know and use them in any future needs.

Helen
September 11, 2015

I was very impressed with Stephen Fernandez and his management of my case. He is a very good attorney, easy to talk to, knowledgeable, communicative, and compassionate. I would highly recommend him and his law firm.

Joseph B
June 5, 2015

Mr. Fernandez is an exceptional attorney and a credit to his firm. Throughout the process Mr.Fernandez did a wonderful job of keeping us informed with any updates on our case, and was always available to answer any questions. At mediation Mr.Fernandez negotiated a settlement that far exceeded our expectations in every way, he was able to increase our pre-suit offer by 500%. If you are looking for a highly proactive attorney with incredible results, I highly recommend Mr.Fernandez.

Dawn
October 13, 2014

I am so inpressed by the way Stephen Fernandez and the rest of the firm handled my case. He is very knowledgeable ,honest and compassionate. He kept me well informed. I was awarded more money than I expected. I would not hesitate to recommend Stephen Fernandez.

Marie
October 29, 2013

I am grateful beyond words for the outstanding work, not to mention, professional conduct exhibited by Mr. Fernandez from onset to closure of my Personal Injury case. I have worked with lawyers most of my life and know first-hand how astringent the nature of the field makes a lot of them out to be. This however, was not my personal experience as a client of Mr. Fernandez. He was compassionate and moved me forward, as he moved my case along to the most favorable outcome possible! I can only pray that all of his professional, as well as, personal endeavors be smiled upon by G'd from here on end!!!

anonymous
March 5, 2016

After getting the runaround and being insulted by the insurance company representative, I was recommended to Stephen M. Fernandez. I felt very comfortable with the office and Stephen as my attorney. Everything from start to finish was professional, prompt and I was pleased with my outcome. I feel very comfortable recommending the office and Stephen personally.

Tanya
March 29, 2017

I went to Mr. Fernandez because he was so great with a case he handled for my daughter. My family was amazed at how quickly he got in touch with her, when she called him. They helped her with what ever her issues were at the time. Even if it was just to put our mind at ease. A year after her case was successfully closed, I was in an awful accident. I sitting at a red light in a little vehicle while someone slammed into me in a Large V8 work truck. The confusion, dizziness, anxiety, fear set in almost immediately about what I was going to do. Of course, I called a couple of attorneys, as it was on the weekend. Received call back the next day & I spoke with one attorneys helper (no help at all). I still have not talked to the other Large Law Firm yet :) I was grateful that Mr. Fernandez called me quickly to let me know my options. He was not pushy at all he told me what to do to protect myself. I was worried about going to hospital (money is really tight as I have a ill child). Throughout my entire process. I felt as if I was his only client (even though I know he has a large clientele). The staff there were so helpful and pleasant. I would use this office for Any and All legal issues in my family future. They went above and beyond. Mr. Fernandez did erything he could do and I am pleased at the outcome. Mr. Fernandez Always asked about my daughter and how her heath was. Just know There are Attorneys still out there that care about your case, health, family and future. Don't hesitate to call Mr. Fernandez he truly cares about doing what is best for you.

anonymous
March 9, 2020

Mr. Stephen Fernandez is a very effective and professional attorney. Mr. Fernandez kept us appraised of the process, including our options and his recommendations. We are pleased with the resolution of the issues in our case.

anonymous
April 10, 2017

Following my accident/traumatic injuries, we met with Stephen Fernandez to discuss our options. We were impressed with his soft-spoken, calm demeanor which immediately made us feel very comfortable with him and his staff. From the start, he was open and honest and helped us to establish realistic expectations regarding the type of settlement we could expect and we so appreciated this approach. His care and concern for my well-being was genuine and he and his staff kept us informed every step of the way. I must say that he exceeded our expectations on every level. He is a consummate professional and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing the services of a great personal injury attorney.

anonymous
September 22, 2016

Mr. Fernandez was an amazing lawyer. This was my first experience with a lawyer and it was excellent. He was very attentive to my every need. I would strongly recommend him or this law firm to anyone I know and use them in any future needs.

Helen
September 11, 2015

I was very impressed with Stephen Fernandez and his management of my case. He is a very good attorney, easy to talk to, knowledgeable, communicative, and compassionate. I would highly recommend him and his law firm.

Joseph B
June 5, 2015

Mr. Fernandez is an exceptional attorney and a credit to his firm. Throughout the process Mr.Fernandez did a wonderful job of keeping us informed with any updates on our case, and was always available to answer any questions. At mediation Mr.Fernandez negotiated a settlement that far exceeded our expectations in every way, he was able to increase our pre-suit offer by 500%. If you are looking for a highly proactive attorney with incredible results, I highly recommend Mr.Fernandez.

Dawn
October 13, 2014

I am so inpressed by the way Stephen Fernandez and the rest of the firm handled my case. He is very knowledgeable ,honest and compassionate. He kept me well informed. I was awarded more money than I expected. I would not hesitate to recommend Stephen Fernandez.

Marie
October 29, 2013

I am grateful beyond words for the outstanding work, not to mention, professional conduct exhibited by Mr. Fernandez from onset to closure of my Personal Injury case. I have worked with lawyers most of my life and know first-hand how astringent the nature of the field makes a lot of them out to be. This however, was not my personal experience as a client of Mr. Fernandez. He was compassionate and moved me forward, as he moved my case along to the most favorable outcome possible! I can only pray that all of his professional, as well as, personal endeavors be smiled upon by G'd from here on end!!!

anonymous
March 5, 2016

After getting the runaround and being insulted by the insurance company representative, I was recommended to Stephen M. Fernandez. I felt very comfortable with the office and Stephen as my attorney. Everything from start to finish was professional, prompt and I was pleased with my outcome. I feel very comfortable recommending the office and Stephen personally.

Tanya
March 29, 2017

I went to Mr. Fernandez because he was so great with a case he handled for my daughter. My family was amazed at how quickly he got in touch with her, when she called him. They helped her with what ever her issues were at the time. Even if it was just to put our mind at ease. A year after her case was successfully closed, I was in an awful accident. I sitting at a red light in a little vehicle while someone slammed into me in a Large V8 work truck. The confusion, dizziness, anxiety, fear set in almost immediately about what I was going to do. Of course, I called a couple of attorneys, as it was on the weekend. Received call back the next day & I spoke with one attorneys helper (no help at all). I still have not talked to the other Large Law Firm yet :) I was grateful that Mr. Fernandez called me quickly to let me know my options. He was not pushy at all he told me what to do to protect myself. I was worried about going to hospital (money is really tight as I have a ill child). Throughout my entire process. I felt as if I was his only client (even though I know he has a large clientele). The staff there were so helpful and pleasant. I would use this office for Any and All legal issues in my family future. They went above and beyond. Mr. Fernandez did erything he could do and I am pleased at the outcome. Mr. Fernandez Always asked about my daughter and how her heath was. Just know There are Attorneys still out there that care about your case, health, family and future. Don't hesitate to call Mr. Fernandez he truly cares about doing what is best for you.

anonymous
March 9, 2020

Mr. Stephen Fernandez is a very effective and professional attorney. Mr. Fernandez kept us appraised of the process, including our options and his recommendations. We are pleased with the resolution of the issues in our case.

anonymous
April 10, 2017

Following my accident/traumatic injuries, we met with Stephen Fernandez to discuss our options. We were impressed with his soft-spoken, calm demeanor which immediately made us feel very comfortable with him and his staff. From the start, he was open and honest and helped us to establish realistic expectations regarding the type of settlement we could expect and we so appreciated this approach. His care and concern for my well-being was genuine and he and his staff kept us informed every step of the way. I must say that he exceeded our expectations on every level. He is a consummate professional and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing the services of a great personal injury attorney.

anonymous
September 22, 2016

Mr. Fernandez was an amazing lawyer. This was my first experience with a lawyer and it was excellent. He was very attentive to my every need. I would strongly recommend him or this law firm to anyone I know and use them in any future needs.

Helen
September 11, 2015

I was very impressed with Stephen Fernandez and his management of my case. He is a very good attorney, easy to talk to, knowledgeable, communicative, and compassionate. I would highly recommend him and his law firm.

Joseph B
June 5, 2015

Mr. Fernandez is an exceptional attorney and a credit to his firm. Throughout the process Mr.Fernandez did a wonderful job of keeping us informed with any updates on our case, and was always available to answer any questions. At mediation Mr.Fernandez negotiated a settlement that far exceeded our expectations in every way, he was able to increase our pre-suit offer by 500%. If you are looking for a highly proactive attorney with incredible results, I highly recommend Mr.Fernandez.

Dawn
October 13, 2014

I am so inpressed by the way Stephen Fernandez and the rest of the firm handled my case. He is very knowledgeable ,honest and compassionate. He kept me well informed. I was awarded more money than I expected. I would not hesitate to recommend Stephen Fernandez.

Marie
October 29, 2013

I am grateful beyond words for the outstanding work, not to mention, professional conduct exhibited by Mr. Fernandez from onset to closure of my Personal Injury case. I have worked with lawyers most of my life and know first-hand how astringent the nature of the field makes a lot of them out to be. This however, was not my personal experience as a client of Mr. Fernandez. He was compassionate and moved me forward, as he moved my case along to the most favorable outcome possible! I can only pray that all of his professional, as well as, personal endeavors be smiled upon by G'd from here on end!!!

anonymous
March 5, 2016

After getting the runaround and being insulted by the insurance company representative, I was recommended to Stephen M. Fernandez. I felt very comfortable with the office and Stephen as my attorney. Everything from start to finish was professional, prompt and I was pleased with my outcome. I feel very comfortable recommending the office and Stephen personally.

Tanya
March 29, 2017

I went to Mr. Fernandez because he was so great with a case he handled for my daughter. My family was amazed at how quickly he got in touch with her, when she called him. They helped her with what ever her issues were at the time. Even if it was just to put our mind at ease. A year after her case was successfully closed, I was in an awful accident. I sitting at a red light in a little vehicle while someone slammed into me in a Large V8 work truck. The confusion, dizziness, anxiety, fear set in almost immediately about what I was going to do. Of course, I called a couple of attorneys, as it was on the weekend. Received call back the next day & I spoke with one attorneys helper (no help at all). I still have not talked to the other Large Law Firm yet :) I was grateful that Mr. Fernandez called me quickly to let me know my options. He was not pushy at all he told me what to do to protect myself. I was worried about going to hospital (money is really tight as I have a ill child). Throughout my entire process. I felt as if I was his only client (even though I know he has a large clientele). The staff there were so helpful and pleasant. I would use this office for Any and All legal issues in my family future. They went above and beyond. Mr. Fernandez did erything he could do and I am pleased at the outcome. Mr. Fernandez Always asked about my daughter and how her heath was. Just know There are Attorneys still out there that care about your case, health, family and future. Don't hesitate to call Mr. Fernandez he truly cares about doing what is best for you.

anonymous
March 9, 2020

Mr. Stephen Fernandez is a very effective and professional attorney. Mr. Fernandez kept us appraised of the process, including our options and his recommendations. We are pleased with the resolution of the issues in our case.

anonymous
April 10, 2017

Following my accident/traumatic injuries, we met with Stephen Fernandez to discuss our options. We were impressed with his soft-spoken, calm demeanor which immediately made us feel very comfortable with him and his staff. From the start, he was open and honest and helped us to establish realistic expectations regarding the type of settlement we could expect and we so appreciated this approach. His care and concern for my well-being was genuine and he and his staff kept us informed every step of the way. I must say that he exceeded our expectations on every level. He is a consummate professional and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing the services of a great personal injury attorney.

anonymous
September 22, 2016

Mr. Fernandez was an amazing lawyer. This was my first experience with a lawyer and it was excellent. He was very attentive to my every need. I would strongly recommend him or this law firm to anyone I know and use them in any future needs.

Helen
September 11, 2015

I was very impressed with Stephen Fernandez and his management of my case. He is a very good attorney, easy to talk to, knowledgeable, communicative, and compassionate. I would highly recommend him and his law firm.

Joseph B
June 5, 2015

Mr. Fernandez is an exceptional attorney and a credit to his firm. Throughout the process Mr.Fernandez did a wonderful job of keeping us informed with any updates on our case, and was always available to answer any questions. At mediation Mr.Fernandez negotiated a settlement that far exceeded our expectations in every way, he was able to increase our pre-suit offer by 500%. If you are looking for a highly proactive attorney with incredible results, I highly recommend Mr.Fernandez.

Dawn
October 13, 2014

I am so inpressed by the way Stephen Fernandez and the rest of the firm handled my case. He is very knowledgeable ,honest and compassionate. He kept me well informed. I was awarded more money than I expected. I would not hesitate to recommend Stephen Fernandez.

Marie
October 29, 2013

I am grateful beyond words for the outstanding work, not to mention, professional conduct exhibited by Mr. Fernandez from onset to closure of my Personal Injury case. I have worked with lawyers most of my life and know first-hand how astringent the nature of the field makes a lot of them out to be. This however, was not my personal experience as a client of Mr. Fernandez. He was compassionate and moved me forward, as he moved my case along to the most favorable outcome possible! I can only pray that all of his professional, as well as, personal endeavors be smiled upon by G'd from here on end!!!