Board certified. AV Rated. Practice limited to Alaskan serious injury and death claims. We only represent folks we like and trust.
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38 years | 400 cases
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38 years | 100 cases
38 years
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Acquired: 1991
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
State: California
Acquired: 1990
State: Alaska
Acquired: 1989
Po Box 71309, Fairbanks, AK, 99707-1309
Box 71309, Fairbanks, AK, 99707
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Posted by Beth | December 22, 2021 | Car Accidents
Knowledgeable, Kind, and Caring
I was in a car wreck caused by another driver. The other driver's insurance almost immediately offered me a settlement amount for personal injury contingent on me signing that I would not sue or make any future claims. I called Merdes Law Office, gave all the information about the accident to his sta...
Posted by anonymous | December 01, 2021
Wonderfully helpful!
I was able to get my questions answered and well explained over the phone (at no cost for consultation). He really knows Alaska law and explains things clearly and concisely.
Posted by anonymous | July 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Great Experience
We can’t say enough good things about Ward Merdes and his team. What a phenomenal group of people to work with. Always friendly, helpful and prompt with their communication. We truly felt they went above and beyond for us. The attention to detail and extensive knowledge of the laws and procedures tha...
Posted by Michelle | July 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents
Worth every penny!
Ward and his staff are fantastic! Discussed all points, made sure I understood everything and I felt very confident in their ability to represent me. They got back to me right away and resolved my case better than I could have expected. I would definitely recommend them if you are in a car accident...
Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2020
Review
Very helpful. I was given good advice free of charge with detailed step by step instructions on how to proceed. Very personal and straight forward. Thank you.
"I am an attorney in Indiana and my law partner had friends who were involved in a motor vehicle accident in Alaska. He was given Wade’s name as an excellent personal injury attorney. Wade took his initial telephone call and briefly sketched out pertinent Alaska law. He then sent him a more detailed explanation of Alaska law. In addition to that, he made suggestions to his proposed settlement letter. I feel he went above and beyond in the help he provided to us. We wouldn’t hesitate to refer cases to him in the future."
"Mr. Merdes really does have a history of helping Injured Alaskans. I have worked with, against and around him for nearly 20 + years and can say without reserve that his fierce advocacy and professionalism is a welcome addition to our profession. Anyone with legal needs and serious injuries would be well served with Ward Merdes as your counsel. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. With Ward as co-counsel in 2011, we won a $2.2 million judgment after a very complex and contentious two week trial. Ward has helped me with many legal matters and issues over the years. He is one of the best trial lawyers I have ever seen. Equally important, he is honest, hard working, reasonably priced and ethical. In sum, he is one of the few lawyers I would trust with my own clients."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2023.
Suspension issued in WA, 2023
updated on 08/11/2023This 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.
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2016
Lead Council rated, LawInfo
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2006
Advanced Studies in Trial Advocacy, Association Trial Lawyers of America
2005
Diplomate, Association Trial Lawyers of America
2012 - Present
Owner, Merdes Law Office, P.C.
1988 - 2012
Owner, Merdes & Merdes, P.C.
2011 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocacyMember
2006 - Present
American Associaiton for Justice (AAJ)President's Club
2000 - Present
National Board of Trial AdvocacyAlaska State Coordinator
2010 - 2013
American Association for JusticeGovernor
2000 - 2002
San Antonio Trial Lawyers AssociationDirector
1998 - 2017
Alaska Academy of Trial LawyersDirector
Plaintiff/mother prevailed
1990
Masters In Business Administration (MBA)
1988
Juris Doctor
1985
BS - Bachelor of Science
2008
Auto & Commercial Trucking Workshop
1988
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