Nicholas Mermiges

Nicholas Mermiges

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 15 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Columbia, SC
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Family

1720 Main Street, Suite 202, Columbia, SC

About Nicholas

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Divorce, Separation, Custody, Alimony.

16 years | 200 cases

50%
Child Custody 40%

16 years | 150 cases

40%
Family 10%

16 years | 350 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 11 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2014

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 15 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2010

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Nick Mermiges, LLC

1720 Main Street, Suite 202, Columbia, SC, 29201

Law Offices of Nick Mermiges, LLC

220 North Main St., Suite 500, Greenville, SC, 29601

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Nicholas Mermiges's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

32 Client Reviews

Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Fantastic and Timely

I hired an attorney for a divorce. He was fantastic at keeping me up-to-date with information and executing my divorce with minimal interaction from my part. He is well informed with SC laws and rights. Kept my best interest at the altar and was available.

Posted by anonymous | June 01, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

He is awesome!

Nick was always there when I needed him. He saw me through a very painful divorce. I always was able to speak directly to him and he made sure that everything was taken care of properly. He had my best interests at hand and I would definitely hire him again if I needed legal advice. He is more th...an a lawyer!!!

Posted by Kevin | November 03, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Passion

Mr.Mermiges is one of the most passionate people i have ever encountered about his job. I was charged with breach of peace, i was offered a small fine and charge to be dropped to pubic disorder. However i wanted to ensure that i did not have this on my record, i work in banking although this isnt a f...elony when people see breach of peace they think violence. Which could make one second guess when seeking higher positioning in the company. Never the less Mr.mermiges provided excellent service and his efforts did not go unnoticed, he went way beyond expectations, the way he handles his clients making sure they fully understand what they are facing, going over alternatives, only comes from passion. I have no criminal record so this was my first rodeo and did not know what to expect, Mr.Mermiges was extremely kind and informative every step of the way. I can tell he's not in it for the money truly in his heart he wants to help people which you wont find often. If you want to be represented by someone who will truly examine your case and lay out all his resources to help you this is the guy. Extremely professional in fact ill share this final thought, i originally called Ms.Teresa to represent me she was full on cases and recommend i contact Mr.Mermiges. I first contacted him two days before my case on a weekend we had never spoken prior to this engagement. We discussed payment arrangements and agreed to meet outside of the court room. When i meet him that morning at the court house, he had already had documents prepared to present to judge stating i had just hired him as my representation and to extend the case due to that fact. Which he did not have to do one he went of my word that i was going to show up, two he was fully prepared with opening statement in the event the judge decided to try the case. I'm extremely grateful of his services and would recommend him to anyone.

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Child Custody

I like how Nick was straight to the point about the case, no stone was unturned. He got the joint custody of my daughter enforced, very happy with the outcome of the case.

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Nicholas Mermiges's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rebecca Seibert

Family lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Mermiges is an incredibly knowledgeable and talented attorney in family law. I would not hesitate to send anyone to him who needs an attorney in Columbia."

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Sean Cleary

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community."

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Micah Leddy

Family lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this Nicholas Mermiges because he is an excellent attorney who works hard for his clients. Nicholas is trustworthy, straightforward, and professional. I endorse Nicholas without any hesitation."

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Christopher Truluck

Litigation lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Nick sees in both legal and practical dimensions making him an astute attorney."

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Gary Englander

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 05

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Such a wonderful spirit and is truly dedicated to clients."

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Dirk Derrick

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for his practice in personal injury!"

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Other

"This lawyer is an outstanding attorney and I highly recommend his legal services. I endorse this lawyer."

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Marc Shapiro

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Other

"The field of personal injury law can be complicated and trying. Having a knowledgeable, responsible lawyer like Mr. Nicholas Mermiges on your side will ensure your rights remain protected and your interests fought for. His presence on AVVO has been an invaluable assets to those seeking answers to complicated legal questions. He has proven himself as client-centered, competent and passionate. I endorse this lawyer."

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Gianna Occhiogrosso

Litigation lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Mermiges is professional and effective."

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Miguel Amador

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Nicholas Mermiges is an excellent attorney who provides his clients with representation that is second to none. He works tirelessly to ensure every questions is answered and every base is covered on every case he works on."

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Jason Niehaus

Commercial real estate lawyer | Oct 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Nicholas is a thorough and dedicated attorney who consistently provides the highest level of advocacy for his clients."

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Bret Royle

Unknown lawyer | Oct 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Mermiges on numerous projects. As such, I can speak to his profound dedication to his clients and superior knowledge of the law. I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Andrew Bernhard

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Nicholas is known as an extremely intelligent and capable attorney. I have worked with Nicholas and have regularly relied on his skilled legal judgment and knowledge in the field. I highly recommend this attorney to others."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Certificate of Achievement - 2018 Guardian ad Litem Program, The South Carolina Continuing Legal Education Division

2015

Client's Choice Award, Avvo

2013

Top Contributor Award, Avvo

2012

Top Contributor Award, Avvo

2010

Order of the Coif, University of Miami School of Law

2010

Honors (5 of 6 semesters), University of Miami School of Law

2010

Magna Cum Laude (Top 5% Class Rank), University of Miami School of Law

2009

CALI Book Award, Constitutional Law II, University of Miami School of Law

2008

Dean's Merit Award, Anti Trust, University of Miami School of Law

2008

University of Miami Law Review - Member, University of Miami School of Law

2007

Dean's Merit Scholarship, University of Miami School of Law

Work Experience

2015 - Present

Principal, Law Office of Nick Mermiges, LLC

2015 - 2015

Of Counsel, Luks, Stantaniello, Petrillo & Jones

2014 - 2014

CLE Instructior, Florida Defense Lawyers Association

2011 - 2011

Judicial Fellow/Clerk, Federal Magistrage Andrea M. Simonton

2011 - 2015

Division Leader, Hightower Stratton Wilhelm

2010 - 2011

Associate Attorney, The Biondo Law Firm, PA

Associations

2015 - Present

South Carolina Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

Federal District Court of South Carolina

Licensed to Practice

2015 - Present

Family Law Division - South Carolina Bar

Member

2014 - Present

Florida Defense Lawyers Association

Member

2014 - Present

Claims & Litigation Management Alliance

Member

2014 - Present

South Carolina Bar

Member

2012 - Present

Bankruptcy Court for Southern District of Florida

Licensed to Practice

2010 - Present

Dade County Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2010 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2010 - Present

Southern District of Florida Federal Court

Admitted to Practice

Sample of Legal Cases

Pickens County Custody Case

Client (Father) Awarded Primary Custody

Light v. Lexington One School District

Favorable Settlement Guaranteeing Facility Upgrades

Richland County Divorce Case with Prenup

Prenup thrown out; lump sum alimony awarded to client

State of South Carolina v. K. R.

Not Guilty (Jury Verdict).

Ushkow v. Eden Roc, et al.

Defense Verdict

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Education

2010

University of Miami School of Law

Law

2006

University of Michigan

Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

South Carolina Family Law Practice South Carolina Family Law Practice

2015

2015

Claims and Litigation Management Alliance

"Avoiding and Defending Bad Faith"

2015

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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