Practice areas: Personal Injury; view more
Licensed in Wisconsin since: 1979
Education: University of Minnesota Law School
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When you've been seriously injured through no fault of your own, you need more than just legal representation—you need an advocate who truly cares about you and your recovery. Steven B. Goff has dedicated 50 years to standing up for injured individuals and their families, fighting to ensure they receive the justice and compensation they deserve.
A Personal Approach to Personal Injury Law
Steve's practice is built on a fundamental belief: "You can't do the best job for your client unless you talk to them, get to know them, and fully appreciate how the accident and injuries have affected their lives, and those close to them." This philosophy isn't just words—it's the foundation of how Steve approaches every case. From the initial consultation through settlement, Steve develops genuine professional relationships with his clients, ensuring they never feel like just another case number.
"I assure my clients from the outset that their case is very important to me, and that they will receive my very best efforts," Steve emphasizes. "Additionally, I assure them that I will always be available to answer their questions and that their case will receive the attention it deserves."
Steve takes immense pride in standing up for ordinary people against big companies and powerful insurance carriers. His practice focuses exclusively on representing plaintiffs in personal injury cases, and he's not afraid to take cases to trial when insurance companies refuse to offer fair settlements. Whether your case involves a motorcycle accident, car crash, workplace injury, or any other type of personal injury, Steve will make sure you are treated fairly and will fight relentlessly for the compensation you deserve.
Education and Legal Credentials
Admitted to practice in Wisconsin and Minnesota, Personal Injury Lawyer Steve Goff also represents clients before the following federal courts: the United States Supreme Court, the United States Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit, the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin and the United States District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin. For his high ethical standards and long list of successful results, he holds the highest peer rating possible of AV Preeminent* from Martindale-Hubbell.
Steve graduated with honors from Iowa State University and earned a Bachelor of Arts before attending the University of Minnesota Law School where he obtained his Juris Doctor. The National Board of Trial Advocacy certified him as a Civil Trial Specialist, and in 2012, he was inducted to the American College of Trial Lawyers.
With an Advocate rank from the American Board of Trial Advocates, Steve also participates in many professional legal organizations. He is a member of the Wisconsin Association for Justice, the American Association for Justice, the State Bar of Wisconsin, the Minnesota State Bar Association, the Hennepin County Bar Association and the St. Croix Valley Bar Association. Since 2019, Steve has been named as a Best Lawyer in America for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs.
* AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Rating™ fall into two categories – legal ability and general ethical standards.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: PlaintiffFocus areas
Animal Bites, Assault, Brain Injury, Construction Accident, Dram Shop Laws, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury - Plaintiff, Premises Liability - Plaintiff, Slip and Fall, Trucking Accidents, Wrongful Death
- 100% Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff
First Admitted: 1979, Wisconsin
Professional Webpage: https://www.byegoff.com/our-attorneys/steven-b-goff/
Bar / Professional Activity
- American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), 2016
- National Board of Trial Advocates (NBTA Board Certified), 2003
- American College of Trial Lawyers, 2012
- United States District Court, District of Minnesota
- Wisconsin Association for Justice
- American Association for Justice
- American Bar Association
- Member, Minnesota State Bar Association, 1979
- United States District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
- United States Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
- Hennepin County Bar Association
- United States District Court, Western District of Wisconsin
- United States Supreme Court
- St. Croix Valley Bar Association
- Member, State Bar of Wisconsin, 1979
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Butler v. Advanced Drainage Sys., Inc., WI 102, 294 Wis. 2d 397, 717 N.W.2d 760, 2006
- Selzler v. Dresser, Osceola, Garfield Fire Dep’t, 141 Wis. 2d 465, 415 N.W.2d 546 (Ct. App.), 1987
- Povolny v. Totzke, WI App 184, 266 Wis. 2d 852, 668 N.W.2d 834, 2003
- Abbott v. Marker, WI App 174, 295 Wis. 2d 636, 722 N.W.2d 162, 2006
- Rural Mutual Insurance Co. v. Peterson, 134 Wis. 2d 165, 395 N.W 2d 776, 1986
- City of River Falls v. St. Bridget's Catholic Church, 182 Wis. 2d 436, 513 N.W. 2d 673, 1994
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Board Certified Civil Pretrial Practice Law, NBTA
- Board Certified Civil Trial Attorney by National Board of Trial Advocacy
Pro bono / Community Service
- Member of Rotary
- Past President of Kiwanis
Educational Background
- Iowa State University - B.A. in Economics & Political Science, with honors, Phi Beta Kappa and Phi Kappa Phi
- Graduated from University of Minnesota Law School, 1979
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Lecturer at Globe College in Minneapolis to Paralegal and Legal Club.
Honors
- The Best Lawyers in America, 2019
- National Association of Distinguished Council Top 1%
- AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating - LexisNexis/Martindale-Hubbell
- Advocate Rank, American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)
- Inductee, American College of Trial Lawyers, 2012
- Wisconsin Super Lawyers, 2005-2019
Selections
- Super Lawyers: 2005 - 2025