Gretchen Myers
Areas of Practice
- Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
- Motor Vehicle Accidents -- Plaintiff
- Medical Malpractice
Litigation Percentage
- 100% of Practice Devoted to Litigation
Bar Admissions
- Missouri, 1984
- Illinois, 1985
- California, 1985
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Missouri, 1985
- U.S. District Court Western District of Missouri, 1984
- U.S. Court of Appeals 8th Circuit, 1989
Education
- University of Missouri School of Law,
- J.D. - 1984
- Law Review: Missouri Law Review, Staff, 1982 - 1984
- University of Missouri
- B.A. - 1981
- Honors: With Honors
- Major: Economics
- Major: Political Science
Published Works
- A Separate Cause of Action for Contribution Among Joint Tortfeasors, 49 Mo. L. Rev 135, 1983
- UIM Coverage Alive and Well, Appellate Case Note, The Missouri - The Missouri Bar, 1992
- Violations of Woytus Will Not Go Unsanctioned Appellate Case Note, The Missouri Trial Attorney, 1992
- Federal Statutes Do Not Pre-empt All State Causes of Action Appellate Case Note, The Missouri Trial Attorney, 1992
- Protection Against Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists, Missouri Insurance Practice, 4th Edition, 1994
- Ten Tips for Trying Your Case in a Difficult Venue or When Representing a Difficult Client, The Missouri Trial Attorney, Volume XIII, No. 2, 1995
- Ten Tips for Trying Your Case in a Difficult Venue or When Representing a Difficult Client, Arizona Trial Lawyers Association, July, 1995
- No Choice - Driving the Agenda, The Missouri Trial Attorney, 1997
- - Throwing Stones in Glass Houses: The Hypocrisy of the U.S. Chamber Campaign, The St. Louis Daily Record, March, 1998
- Lawyers as Heroes, The Missouri Trial Attorney, April, 1998
- Tobacco, Insurance, The U.S. Chamber and Manufacturing Giants Team UP, The Missouri Trial Attorney, 1998
- Injured People Need Access to Court, St. Louis Post- Dispatch Editorial, July, 1998
Classes/Seminars
- Lecturer, The Vocational Expert, Nov. 4, St. Louis, Missouri, MATA, 1988
- Moderator, Personal Injury - Winning Trial Strategies and Trial Notebooks, MATA, 1989
- Lecturer, A Career in Law, Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, 1989
- Moderator, Premises Liability: The Theory of Winning, MATA, 1989
- Lecturer, Effective Discovery and Case Preparation, Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, 1989
- Lecturer, Medical Malpractice Seminar, MATA, 1990
- Lecturer, The Woytus Decision, The Lawyer's Association of St. Louis, 1990
- Lecturer, Hot Topics in Insurance Litigation, The University of Missouri Law School, 1990
- Lecturer, Rising Stars Seminar, The American Trial Lawyer's Association, 1990
- Lecturer, Civil Trial and Appellate Practice, Annual Law Update, The Missouri Bar, 1990
- Lecturer, Current Problems in Insurance, MATA, 1990
- Lecturer, Washing University's Lawyers in Practice, Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, 1990
- Lecturer, Alternative Dispute Resolution, The Missouri Bar, 1990
- Lecturer, Opening Statement, National Litigation Conference, Law Education Institute, Inc., 1991
- Lecturer, Tort Law Update, 15 - hour Review of the Law, The Missouri Bar, 1991
- Lecturer, Civil Trial and Appellate Practice, Annual Law Update, 1991
- Lecturer, Untangling, Underinsured Motorist Coverage: What Does UIM Mean? How Much Coverage is Available?, Practical Problems and Solutions in Insurance Practice, Including Ethical Considerations, 1992
- Moderator, Trial Advocacy, MATA, 1992
- Lecturer, Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, A Review and Preview, Federal Practice and Procedure, The Missouri Bar and The University of Missouri Law School, 1992
- Lecturer, Civil Trial and Appellate Practice, Annual Law Update, The Missouri Bar, 1992
- Lecturer, Trying the Automobile Injury Case in Missouri, The National Business Institute, Inc., 1992
- Lecturer, Ethics Seminar, Ethical Considerations Involving Ex Parte Communication with Doctors and Experts, MATA, 1993
- Lecturer, Trial Advocacy in Missouri, The National Business Institute, Inc., 1993
- Lecturer, New Approaches in Underinsured Motorist Coverage, ATLA, 1993
- Lecturer, Civil Procedure Update, "Recent Case Developments Regarding Pleadings, Discovery and Summary Judgment", The Missouri Bar, 1994
- Lecturer, Case Evaluation: What's It Really Worth, The Missouri Bar, 1994
- Lecturer, Federal Practice and Procedure, "Demonstrative Evidence", The University of Missouri Law School, 1994
- Lecturer, Trial Advocacy in Missouri, The National Business Institute, Inc., 1994
- Lecturer, Taking and Defending Depositions, The University of Missouri Kansas City, 1995
- Lecturer, Persuasion in Opening Statements, MATA, 1995
- Lecturer, Ethics for the Plaintiff's Lawyer, 15 - Hour Review of the Law, The University of Missouri Kansas City, 1995
- Lecturer, Maximizing Damages in Personal Injury Cases, MATA, 1996
- Lecturer, Civil Jury Trial Demonstration, The University of Missouri Kansas City, 1996
- Lecturer, Blueprints for Success - "Ethics in Trial Practice", MATA, 1996
- Lecturer, Hot Topics in Personal Injury Litigation - "Trying or Settling the Catastrophic Injury Case", The University of Missouri Columbia, School of Law, 1997
- Lecturer, CLE Potpourri for the General Practitioner- "Ethical Problems in Mediation, The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, 1997
- Lecturer, Tried and True Tips for The Trial Attorney, MATA, 1998
- Lecturer, Trial Skills for the Winning Edge - Closing Argument in a Medical Malpractice Case, The University of Missouri-Columbia, 1998
- Lecturer, Tried and True Tips for the Trial Attorney, MATA, 1998
- Lecturer, Civil Matters - Jury Instructions, The Judicial Trial College, 1998
- Lecturer, Civil Matters - Jury Instructions, The Judicial Trial College, 1998
- Lecturer, Anatomy of a Federal Lawsuit - Examination of Witnesses, BAMSL, 1999
- Lecturer, Civil Matters - Jury Instructions, The Judicial Trial College, 1999
- Lecturer, Civil Matters - MAl (Civil) How to Use the Book for Beginners, The Judicial Trial College, 1999
- Lecturer, Tried and True Tips for the Trial Attorney - Memorable Closings, MATA, 1999
- Lecturer, Trial Strategies for Small Firm Lawyers That Win Bias Cases, Missouri Bar, Solo and Small Firm Conference, 2000
- Lecturer, How to Cherry Pick Jurors in Federal Court, Missouri Bar, Solo and Small Firm Conference, 2000
- Lecturer, Nuts and Bolts of Trial Skill Techniques, Missouri Bar - Solo and Small Firm Conference, 2001
- Lecturer, Office Hours Discussion Group, Missouri Bar - Solo and Small Firm Conference
- Lecturer, Cross Examination, BAMSL, 2001
- Lecturer, Civil Matters - Jury Instructions, The Judicial Trial College, 2001
- Lecturer, Civil Matters - MAl Basics, The Judicial Trial College, 2001
- Lecturer, Successful Handling of Wrongful Death Cases in Missouri - Handling Difficult Issues in a Wrongful Death Case, Lorman Education Services, 2001
- Lecturer, Marketing to Get Business and Keep It, Women in Law: Meeting the Challenge - Midwest Regional Conference for Women In the Law
- Lecturer, Direct and Cross Examination Techniques From the Experts, Missouri Bar - Solo and Small Firm Conference, 2002
- Lecturer, The Daubert. Kuhmo & Proqencv Decisions from the Experts' Point of View, Missouri Bar - Solo and Small Firm Conference, 2002
- Lecturer, Successful Handling of Wrongful Death Cases in Missouri - Handling Difficult Issues in a Wrongful Death Case, Lorman Education Services, 2002
- Lecturer, Trying Cases in State Courts, The National Employment Lawyers Association, 2003
- Lecturer, Civil Jury Trial Demonstration, University of Missouri - Kansas City, 2003
- Lecturer, Judicial Trial Skills Seminar, The Trial Judge Education Committee, 2003
Honors and Awards
- Best Lawyers in America in the Specialties of Medical Malpractice Law and Personal Injury Litigation, 2010
- Lon O. Hocker Award for Trial Advocacy from the Missouri Bar, 1995
- Honorary Order of the Barristers - (Trial Advocacy Award from the University of Missouri Law School, 1994
- Daily Record "Justice Award" (First Recipient Of Award Given For Significant Contribution To Her Area Of Expertise And Her Positive Impact On The Community), 1999
- St. Louis Magazine Best Lawyers, 2006 - 2009
- AV Rated Martindale Hubbell
- Missouri and Kansas Super Lawyer, 2007 - 2009
- Best Lawyers in America Consumers Guide, 2001 - 2002
- Outstanding Service Award - Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, 1998
- Women Lawyers' Association 20th Anniversary President's Award, 1996
- "Write Women Back Into History Award", 1995
- Featured in St. Louis Business Journal, "Courtroom Cowboys, Women in the 'Last Macho, 1991
- Featured in Kirkwood-Webster Times, "Kirkwood's Gretchen Meyers [Myers] Talks About the O.J. Simpson Trial; Life as a Wife & Mother; Making It as a Successful Attorney", 1995
- Outstanding Young Woman of America
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys Special Member, 1989
- Who's Who in the Midwest, 21st Edition, 1988 - Present
- Who's Who of Emerging Leaders in America, 1st Ed., 1988 - Present
- Who's Who in American Law, 6th Edition, 1989 - Present
- The World Who's Who of Women, 10th Edition, 1989 - Present
- Who's Who in the World, 10th Edition, 1990 - Present
- Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Professional Associations and Memberships
- American Association For Justice
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, President, 1997 - 1998
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, President-Elect, 1996 - 1997
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Vice President, 1995 - 1996
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Executive Committee, 1992 - Present
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, PAC Trustee, 1998 - 2001
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Board of Governors, 1987 - Present
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Chairperson, Public Relations Committee, 1989 - 1992
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Chairperson, Public Relations Committee, 1998 - 1999
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Chairperson, Membership Committee, 1990 - 1991
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Legislative Committee, 1998 - 1999
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Legislative Review Committee, 1995 - 1999
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Medical Malpractice, Vice Chair, 1994 - 1995
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Medical Malpractice, Vice Chair, 1995 - 1996
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Co-Chair, Legislative Committee, 1996 - 1997
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Continuing Legal Education Committee, 1988 - 1989
- Peoples Law School, 1988 - 1989
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Organizational Review Committee, 2005 - 2006
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Public Relations Committee, 2004 - 2006
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Fundraising Committee, 1987 - 1995
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Vice Chair, Fundraising Committee, 1993 - 1994
- ATLA/MATA Law School Chapter, President, 1983 - 1984
- Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, Public Justice
- Women Lawyers' Association of Greater St. Louis, President, 1994 - 1995
- Women Lawyers' Association of Greater St. Louis, President Elect, 1993 - 1994
- Women Lawyers' Association of Greater St. Louis, Vice President, 1992 - 1993
- Women Lawyers' Association of Greater St. Louis, Secretary, 1991 - 1992
- Missouri Approved Instruction Committee - Civil (MAl), 1997 - Present
- Supreme Court Civil Rules Study Committee, 1989 - 1992
- Supreme Court Civil Rules Committee, 1994 - 1996
- Missouri Bar Association, Dispute Resolution, Special Committee, 1987 - 1993
- Missouri Bar Association, Legislative Review Subcommittee, 1989 - Present
- Missouri Bar Association, Tort Law Committee, 1988 - Present
- Missouri Bar Association, Tort Law Committee Chair, 2000 - 2003
- Missouri Bar Association, Tort Law Committee Vice Chair, 1990 - 1991
- Missouri Bar Association, Tort Law Committee Vice Chair, 1998 - 2000
- Missouri Bar Association, Civil Practice & Procedure Committee, 1989 - Present
- Missouri Bar Association, Insurance Law Committee, 1989 - Present
- Missouri Bar Association, Professionalism Committee, 1994
- Illinois Bar Association
- California Bar Association
- Lawyer's Association of St. Louis, Award of Honor Selection Committee, 2001 - 2002
- Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, Trial Section Steering Committee
- Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, Litigation Task Force
- National Employment Lawyers Association
- Legal Services of Eastern Missouri, Planning Committee
- Antitrust Textbook, Assistant, 1983
- Washington University Trial Practice Jury Trial, Judge, 1988
- Washington University Trial Practice Jury Trial, Judge, 1989
Past Employment Positions
- Myers & Kordenbrock, P.C., Partner/Attorney, 1995 - 1999
- The Hullverson Law Firm, Principal/Attorney, 1985 - 1995
- U.S. District Judge James H. Meredith, Federal Law Clerk
- U.S. District Court Eastern District of Missouri, Federal Law Clerk, 1984 - 1985
Pro Bono Activities
- Statewide Legal Services Commission
- Secretary/Treasurer, Regional Convention and Sports Complex Authority
- Legislative Committee, Regional Convention and Sports Complex Authority
- Founding Member, Mizzou Flagship Council
- Statewide Board Member, Mizzou Flagship Council
- Secretary, Mizzou Flagship Council
- Committee Chair, St. Louis Priory School Mothers Club, 2004 - 2005
- Villa Duchesne/Oak Hill School Education Committee, 2005 - 2009
- Missouri Watch Advisory Committee
- Founding Member, Justice for Missouri Families
- Board of Director, Justice for Missouri Families
- Public Justice
- Learning Disabilities Association
- Backstage Member, Center for Creative Arts (Coca)
- St. Patrick's Center for the Homeless
- Mo PERG Member
- High School Mock Trial Volunteer Coach-St. Louis Priory School, 2007 - 2008
- Ranked 4th Nationally, High School Mock Trial Volunteer Coach-St. Louis Priory School, 2007
- High School Mock Trial Volunteer Coach - Villa Duchesne, 2007 - 2009
- Ranked 4th in the State, High School Mock Trial Volunteer Coach - Villa Duchesne, 2009












