Ferreira, Adamo

Brigid Fernandez graduated from Saint Louis University School of Law in 2006. In law school, she received the Academic Excellence Award for the highest grade in Legal Profession. 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 and a Master's Degree of Social Work from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She is also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Brigid worked for nearly twenty years as a Medical Social Worker in an area hospital and pursued her law degree in order to continue her support for older adults and persons with disabilities. It is her unique combination of education and experience that makes her a strong advocate for her clients. She understands how hospitals and nursing homes work, and is familiar with families dealing with illness, long term planning, and other numerous issues they face.