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Gerald William Merrill
also known as Jerry Merrill
About Gerald
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
60%
Juvenile Law
40%
Fees and Rates
Licenses
Licensed in Missouri for 16 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Kansas for 16 years
State: Kansas
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Licensed in Washington for 17 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Merrill Law Firm
7211 W 98th Terrace, Building 4, Suite 140, Overland Park, KS, 66212
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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Expungement
Posted by anonymous | January 25, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Expungement
Jerry gives lawyers a good name
Jerry is a diligent, compassionate, and committed lawyer. I got into some trouble for the first time in my life (I am in my 5th decade) and he understood that the only fair outcome for my case was complete and utter eradication of the charges. He didn't promise that but said in certain cases that cou...
Gerald William Merrill's Lawyer Endorsements
"Great lawyer; he represented my brother and I am very happy with everything. Thank you, -Greg Watt"
"I've had the pleasure of working with Jerry as both an opposing counsel and as counsel for co-defendants. Jerry's experience as both a prosecutor and defense attorney gives him a unique and very well-respected perspective in handling any type of defense matter."
"I've had the pleasure of working with Jerry on a number of cases. From an attorney's standpoint, Jerry is reliable, prompt, organized, and always dependable. From his clients, I have heard that they love all that he's told them as well as how prompt he is to respond to their queries."
"I gladly recommend Jerry Merrill. He works extremely hard for his clients, and his knowledge of the courts is exceptional."
"You will not find a better advocate if you are charged with Domestic Battery. Jerry works hard and will get you the best possible outcome."
"I've known Jerry for years. Back when he was a prosecutor he was very knowledgeable, fair, and used his discretion wisely. As a defense attorney he still has all those traits, but combines those traits with a genuine desire to see his clients get the best possible result. He is also very personable, reliable, and great at communicating with others."
"An outstanding attorney and an all around great guy. I've worked on several matters with Jerry and he is very knowledgeable on juvenile law and criminal defense. I highly recommend him."
Gregory Watt
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2018
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Best of the Bar - Criminal Defense, Kansas City Business Journal
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Attorney, Merrill Law
2009 - 2013
Assistant District Attorney, Johnson County District Attorney
2008 - 2009
Judicial Law Clerk, Kitsap County Superior Court
2007 - 2008
Legal Intern, Johnson County District Attorney
Associations
Kansas Bar Association
Missouri State Bar
Education
2008
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2017
Law School for the Public
4th & 5th Amendments
Publications
N/A
UMKC Law Review
The Past, Present, & Future of Lethal Injection: Baze v. Rees' Effect on the Death Penalty
Languages
English