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Jonathan Tucker Merrigan
also known as J. Tucker Merrigan
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About Jonathan
Biography
J. Tucker Merrigan is co-managing partner at Sweeney Merrigan Law, LLP. He started Sweeney Merrigan Law with his brother and fellow co-managing partner, Peter M. Merrigan, in 2010. Since, Sweeney Merrigan Law has become a Massachusetts and National powerhouse in the practice of plaintiff’s litigation. It has been many years since the firm began with its first settlement of $9, and has evolved to recovering over $30 Million in its most recent litigation.
Much of the success attributable to Sweeney Merrigan is a direct product of Attorney Merrigan’s commitment the firm’s reputation as practicing with the highest integrity and genuine commitment to the craft of passionately advocating for his clients. Along with his brother, Peter, they have assembled a team of New England’s very best and most aggressive litigators and trial attorneys in the area of plaintiff’s injury litigation.
Attorneys Tucker and Peter Merrigan have devoted much of their practice to representing over 125 Massachusetts Cities and Towns in the National Opioid Litigation, filing lawsuits against some of the world’s largest companies for their roles in causing the Opioid Crisis. Born in Greenfield, Massachusetts, Tucker takes great pride that his hometown of Greenfield was the first City to file suit in the Opioid Litigation in December 2017.
Boston personal injury attorney Tucker Merrigan is admitted to practice law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. His practice concentrates on cases involving personal injury, defective medical devices, dangerous drugs, wrongful death, premises liability, products liability, medical malpractice, and insurance law.
Attorney Merrigan is currently a member of the American Association for Justice, Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys, the Boston Bar Association, and Massachusetts Bar Association. From 2015-2021, J. Tucker Merrigan was named a Top 40 Under 40 Trial Attorney by National Trial Lawyers. From 2018-2021, Attorney Merrigan was named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. Tucker graduated from New England School of Law and earned his bachelor’s degree in Political Science at Tufts University.
J. Tucker Merrigan is a graduate of New England Law, Boston. While in undergraduate at Tufts University, Tucker was captain of the Varsity Men’s lacrosse team at Tufts, earning All-American and Scholar All-America honors. He volunteers as a Big-Brother in the Big-Brother Big-Sister foundation of the greater Boston area.
When it comes to catastrophic personal injuries, the staff at Sweeney Merrigan is the best-equipped, most qualified team you will find, and our results reflect that. We have been fighting for Massachusetts families for more than a decade, and we are ready to fight for you. Call today!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-40%
Licenses
Licensed in Massachusetts for 14 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Sweeney Merrigan Law
Fax
268 Summer St LL, Boston, MA, 02210-1108
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Jonathan Tucker Merrigan's Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2015
Tucker is a phenomenal attorney.
Tucker is a great attorney - you can trust him and you can trust that he knows exactly what he is doing. He puts the necessary time into every case and ensures his clients get his best work product. It would be a mistake not to call him, even if it is about a specific type of case he doesn't handle. ...
Posted by Laura | March 4, 2015
Put my mind at ease
What an unexpected blessing it was to work with someone like Tucker. I never thought that dealing with a lawyer after a traumatic accident could be so positive, but he has earned the highest review. I immediately trusted him because he was clear with what I could expect and very personable. He was al...
Posted by James | February 25, 2015
Outstanding Dadication to clients
Oct 5 i was involved in a car acciedent and didnt know who to turn to.I asked a friend and he told me Tucker Merrigan at Sweeney Merrigan Law. I contacted Tucker and he immedatley helped me with my case.I was in his office the day after the inital phone call explaining what had happened. Tucker told ...
Posted by Jordan | February 25, 2015
An advocate for my best interests
My experience was absolutely incredible. Tucker handled my case with urgency and with a great amount of professionalism. He is transparent, very easy to speak with and will fight for your best interests. I would recommend Tucker to anyone I know searching for a lawyer!
Jonathan Tucker Merrigan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Tucker is great, he's one of the most energetic attorneys I've ever known and is committed to being on the cutting edge of the best trial practices."
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"Attorney Merrigan is an exceptionally skilled and diligent attorney and litigator."
"Tucker is one of the brightest and most dedicated attorneys in a very crowded field. Tucker cares tremendously about his clients; he knows their issues, problems and struggles, and he works tirelessly to find solutions for his clients. I have known Tucker for many years and I know him to be passionate, intelligent, and personable. I would recommend Tucker for any personal injury case, including traffic accidents and pharmaceutical cases."
"Top notch lawyer in this field and one of the best lawyers in the state. I endorse this lawyer."
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"Attorney Merrigan is a great advocate for his clients and will work hard to produce a speedy and deserved result. Having known him for many years, I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2024
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2023
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2022
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2021
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2020
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2020
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2019
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2017
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2016
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2015
Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers
2011
Dean's List, New England Law Boston
2010
Dean's List, New England Law
2009
Dean's List, New England Law Boston
2008
Scholar All American, USILA
2008
Dean's List, Tufts University
2007
Dean's List, Tufts University
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Owner/Partner, Sweeney Merrigan Law, LLP
2010 - 2010
Law Clerk, Rawson Merrigan Litner
2009 - 2010
Law Clerk, Kaplan Bond Group
Associations
2013 - Present
Ice Stars for the Wounded WarriorsBoard Member
2011 - Present
Boston Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Massachusetts Bar AssociationMember
2011 - Present
Massachusetts Academy of Trial AttorneysMember
2011 - 2016
Big Brothers Big Sisters of MassachusettsMember
2008 - 2009
Student Bar AssociationSBA Representative
Sample of Legal Cases
$725,000
310,000
$250,000
$755,000
Education
2011
JD - Juris Doctor
2008
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
2015
Personal Injury Law
2013
Law Practice Management
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers