$ 200-250 per hour
About Nicholas
Biography
Born and raised in Oregon, I moved to Idaho for college soon after graduating from Aloha High School. I studied philosophy, law, and flyfishing at University of Idaho, then worked as a public defender in Maricopa County (Phoenix, AZ). My professional focus now is in the areas of real estate, land use and business law. My trial-intensive background has made all the difference in numerous civil litigation and transactional matters.
My goal is to provide cost-effective legal services by finding the best possible resolution to legal matters with the client's interests always at the forefront of my mind. Please contact Merrill Property Law, LLC with your real estate, land use and business law inquiries.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Business
20%
24 years
Contracts and Agreements
20%
24 years
Litigation
20%
24 years
Real Estate
20%
24 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Oregon for 18 years
State: Oregon
Acquired: 2007
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2017
Licensed in Arizona for 23 years
State: Arizona
Acquired: 2002
Location
Merrill & Ropp, LLP
8235 SW Oleson Rd. Suite C, Portland, OR, 97223
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Posted by Grace | March 20, 2015
Excellent Communicator
Understands the needs and frustr attractions of his clients, Is willing to listen and answer many questions He explained the processes, and made us feel at ease. He did a great job for us!
Posted by Naomi | December 16, 2014 | Landlord & Tenant
Professional and straight forward
Nick helped us with a hiccup we had with a pending eviction. Nick was prompt and well informed. He was also fair, reasonable and straightforward, and I appreciate those qualities in a lawyer. I would absolutely use him again if I ever needed to retain a landlord/tenant lawyer.
Posted by anonymous | August 22, 2014 | Commercial
Great Lawyer
Nick Merrill did a wonderful job handling my commercial property dispute. He worked for me for approximately six months, gave me sound advice and kept me informed at all times. If Mr. Merrill could not take my call, he would get back to me in a timely manner, including evenings and weekends. With...
Posted by Edd | January 21, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Multnomah Circuit Court Trial re: Eviction from Houseboat Moorage
Nick was very responsive from the beginning, kept us fully informed, and prepared paperwork in a very timely manner. When we went to court he was very professional at all times. He was an exceptional attorney in court, very well organized and fully prepared to do every thing with amazing clarity. ...
Posted by John | May 03, 2012 | Employment & Labor
The best attorney around
I was involved in a simple but complex case with a former employer. Nick listened to my long story and dealt with a very deceptive and difficult opposing counsel and we were able to show the jury what was really happening and we got a favorable judgement. I highly recommend Nick.
Nicholas Patrick Merrill's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've worked with Mr. Merrill on cases and he's very knowledgeable and has a great legal mind. He works hard and will do a good job for you. I highly recommend and endorse Mr. Merrill."
"I endorse this lawyer. Nicholas is very knowledgeable and a zealous advocate."
"Mr. Merrill provides consistently good advice not only on landlord-tenant issues in particular but also in a variety of other areas of law. I would definitely send clients with any sort of property issue his way because I know they'd get solid, knowledgeable, honest representation."
"Nick Merrill is a good lawyer who combines solid litigation and trial skills with a depth of knowledge in real estate, property, and business matters."
"Nick is impressive in the courtroom. He is well-prepared and represents his clients with enthusiasm and integrity. The result is high quality legal service."
"Nick is a top notch attorney. He gives all attorneys a good name. I met Nick through a group of trial attorneys and since then we routinely meet in person to work through issues in our cases. He always demonstrates a very skilled and practical approach to practicing law. This is a guy who cares about his clients and is willing and able to win arguments. Nick is on top of details and strategic considerations. But perhaps more importantly, he is an honest and compassionate advocate."
"I strongly endorse Nick Merrill for land use and business matters. Nick is a versatile and pragmatic problem-solver, and his passion for the law and his clients is evident in the high quality of his practice."
"I strongly endorse Mr. Merrill for general and business litigation. He is a very bright lawyer and an excellent litigator. I have observed him in the courtroom many times, and he provides exceptional representation to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Nick Merrill is a knowledgeable and experienced real estate attorney who I would personally hire if I had a real estate or homeowner's issue where I needed representation."
"Nick is a very effective advocate for clients in the areas of real estate, property law, and civil litigation."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2017.
Resigned - Disciplinary issued in OR, 2017
updated on 06/02/2017This means the attorney resigned in order to avoid being disbarred. "Disbarment" is the most serious penalty for a lawyer.
Suspension - Disciplinary issued in OR, 2015
updated on 06/02/2017This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Honors
2003
Certificate, Gerry Spence Trial College
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Merrill & Ropp, LLP
2011 - 2014
Attorney, Merrill Property Law, LLC
2007 - 2011
Attorney, Hillsboro Law Group, PC
2001 - 2005
Attorney, Maricopa County
2000 - 2001
Legal Intern, Nez Perce County Public Defender (Fitzgerald and Van Idour)
Associations
2009 - Present
Oregon Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Oregon State BarMember
2007 - Present
Multnomah Bar AssociationMember
2002 - 2010
State Bar of ArizonaVoluntarily Resigned; May Reinstate on Motion
Sample of Legal Cases
Landlord-Tenant Litigation
Unanimous Jury Verdict
Business Litigation
Jury verdict in clients' favor on each and every claim.
Education
2001
University of Idaho College of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
University of Idaho
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2015
RELU Digest
Follow-Up to U.S. Bank, NA v. Eckert
2014
2012
2011
Real Estate and Land Use Digest
Anticipatory Mitigation of Police Power Takings Ruled Compensable
2010
Real Estate and Land Use Digest
Inclusive "Or" in Statute Means Developer Can Negotiate and Litigate When City Fails to Take Final Action
2010
Real Estate and Land Use Digest
Court of Appeals Allows Travel Center Development to Proceed
2009
Real Estate and Land Use Digest
Court of Appeals Decides Easement Survives Where There is No Adverse Possession and Abandonment Is Not Intended
2008
Real Estate and Land Use Digest
Subsequent Purchaser May Sue Builder For Negligence
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What do i do when landlord is more than 30 days late with my security deposit refund ?
22 Jun 2015
Q&A
Power company has stated they have prescriptive easement do to there lines being over the property for 18 years. Is this true?
30 Mar 2015
Q&A
Does a tree that originated wholly on one property but over the years the trunk grew into a property line become a shared tree?
05 Mar 2015