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John W. Merriam

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Practice Areas
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  • 100% Admiralty / Maritime

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Languages Spoken
  • English

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John Merriam was an unlicensed seaman in the U. S. merchant marine for 12 years before becoming a lawyer, working his way through college and law school. He... more

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“Seattles best Jones Act Lawyer”

Posted by: Matthew, 2010-08-18 over 1 year ago.

Client Review: There are very few people I trust in this world but John Merriam is at the top of my list he not only is a man of outstanding character and morals as... more
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Russell R. Williams

I endorse this lawyer's work. John is a tireless and fearless advocate of mariners with injury and wage claims. He is the lawyer responsible for... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Russell Williams , Seattle (WA), Over 1 year ago
Shane C Carew

I have had cases with John and against John Merriam. He has the very highest ethical standards. I would hope law students would aspire to be like... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Shane Carew , Seattle (WA), Over 1 year ago
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License

29 years since John W. Merriam was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Washington Active 1982 01/31/2012
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Education
School Major Degree Graduated
Lewis and Clark College Law JD - Juris Doctor 1982
University of Washington BA - Bachelor of Arts 1978

Associations
Position Association Name Duration
Chairman Washington State Trial Lawyers Association 1993-1994
Member King County Bar Association
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