Seth Gausnell, Insurance Attorney in St Louis, Missouri
Over 40 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Personal Injury
Gausnell, O'Keefe & Thomas LLC
St Louis, MO
Practicing insurance in St Louis since 1986.
- 40+
- Years practicing
- 3
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Seth Gausnell is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Seth has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gausnell, O'Keefe & Thomas LLC.
- Based in
- St. Louis, MISSOURI
- Experience
- over 40 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles Insurance and Personal Injury matters from St. Louis, MISSOURI.
- Over 40 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (St. Louis) (2025).
About Seth Gausnell: Seth Gausnell is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Seth has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gausnell, O'Keefe & Thomas LLC.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Seth takes on
Seth concentrates on insurance and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Seth handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in St Louis, Missouri
Seth takes insurance matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Seth agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in St Louis, Missouri
Seth takes personal injury matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Seth agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Seth Gausnell — insurance lawyer in St Louis
Seth Gausnell is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Seth has over 40 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gausnell, O'Keefe & Thomas LLC.
Seth G. Gausnell has 30 years of experience as a trial lawyer. In total, he has tried more than 100 cases to verdict. He received a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Kansas in 1983 and received his J.D. in 1985 from Saint Louis University Law School. Seth was admitted to the Bar in Missouri in 1986; the Bar in Kansas in 1987; and the Bar in Illinois in 1988. He is also admitted to practice in the United States District Court in the Eastern District of Missouri, Western District of Missouri, and the Southern District of Illinois, as well as the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit. His Martindale-Hubbell rating is AV. Seth is a member of the Federation of Defense & Corporate Counsel, The Bar Association of Metropolitan St. Louis, The Missouri Bar, Illinois State Bar Association, Association of Defense Trial Attorneys, Claims and Litigation Management Alliance, The Lawyers Association of St. Louis and Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers. Seth participated in the Missouri Organization of Defense Lawyers Trial Academy in 1993 and the International Association of Defense Counsel’s Trial Academy in Boulder, Colorado in 1994 and has lectured at seminars on transportation liability, premises liability and broker/agent liability.
Working with Seth on a insurance matter
Seth G. Gausnell has 30 years of experience as a trial lawyer. In total, he has tried more than 100 cases to verdict. He received a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Kansas in 1983 and received his J.D. in 1985 from Saint Louis University Law School. Seth was admitted to the Bar in Missouri in 1986; the Bar in Kansas in 1987; and the Bar in Illinois in 1988. He is also…
Clients Seth works with
Seth reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and personal injury matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Saint Louis University
JD · 1986
Jurisdictions
Seth's state bar admissions
Illinois
1988 · ACTIVE
Kansas
1987 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1986 · ACTIVE
Seth studied at JD in Saint Louis University.
Law school and academic background
Seth completed JD in Saint Louis University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Seth runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Seth has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (St. Louis)
2025
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Insurance Law (St. Louis) (2025). Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026).
Locations
Seth Gausnell's office in St. Louis
Seth's primary office is at 1717 Park Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 63104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Gausnell, O'Keefe & Thomas LLC
1717 Park Avenue
St. Louis, Missouri 63104
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How to hire Seth Gausnell — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Seth usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Seth charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Seth's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Seth will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a insurance attorney in St Louis, Missouri
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Seth
Seth discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Seth confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Seth's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Seth Gausnell
How much does it cost to hire Seth for a insurance case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Seth walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Seth offer a free consultation?
Seth charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Seth's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Seth's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Missouri typically take?
Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Seth gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Seth take my case if I'm outside St Louis?
Seth is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Seth will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Seth?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Seth will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Seth accepting new insurance clients right now?
Seth's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Insurance attorneys serving St Louis, Jefferson City and Kansas City in Missouri
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