Ward M. Merdes
About Ward
Biography
Board certified. AV Rated. Practice limited to Alaskan serious injury and death claims. We only represent folks we like and trust.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
38 years | 400 cases
38 years | 100 cases
38 years | 100 cases
38 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in Washington for 35 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1991
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2023
Licensed in California for 35 years
State: California
Acquired: 1990
Licensed in Alaska for 36 years
State: Alaska
Acquired: 1989
Location
Law Offices of Ward M. Merdes
Po Box 71309, Fairbanks, AK, 99707-1309
Law Offices of Ward M. Merdes
Box 71309, Fairbanks, AK, 99707
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Ward M. Merdes's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
36 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Punctuality
Posted by Sarah | March 20, 2019 | Car Accidents
Extremely helpful
He helped me understand my rights after my daughter was in an automobile accident. Having never had to deal with this before, he gave me very valuable advice. He was also very prompt in answering emails and phone calls and never made me feel like I was being rushed!!
Posted by anonymous | March 10, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes
New to the area.
(5 STAR, A+++). Not only am I new to the area, with exception of some prior estate planning, I am new to ever having the need to call for legal consultation for an accident. Ward Merdes and his staff are without question 5 Star and A+++. His office staff was so pleasant to deal with. Mr Merdes c...
Ward M. Merdes's Lawyer Endorsements
"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."
"Ward really cares about his clients and his fellow lawyers."
"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."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
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.
Honors
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
Work Experience
2012 - Present
Owner, Merdes Law Office, P.C.
1988 - 2012
Owner, Merdes & Merdes, P.C.
Associations
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
Sample of Legal Cases
Plaintiff/mother prevailed
Education
1990
Masters In Business Administration (MBA)
1988
Juris Doctor
1985
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2008
Auto & Commercial Trucking Workshop
Publications
1988
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Im being charged with dui and 3 counts of reckless endangerment they said i told them I was driving but I wasn't
19 Dec 2020
Who would be at fault?
29 Aug 2020
Is it illegal for Dr to lie to a patient or to act as power of attorney for a patient? Could my friend be compensated for this?
04 Feb 2016