At Merkel & Conner, our mission is simple:
At Merkel & Conner Law Firm, we believe that every client deserves:
With integrity and unwavering commitment, we provide high-quality legal services in:
For over 40 years, our firm has been dedicated to protecting the rights of theinjured across Oregon. Founded in 1979 by Will (Willard) Merkel, a pioneer in
personal injury law in Portland and Oregon State. Our firm was built on afoundation of unwavering integrity, fierce advocacy, and proven results.
Today, under the leadership of Kevin Conner, a personal injury attorney with31years of experience licensed in both Oregon and Washington, we continuetogrow and expand to better serve and meet the needs of our communities.
With multiple offices throughout Oregon, we’ve made it easier for peopletofindthe trusted legal support they need. While personal injury remains at theheart of our work, we now offer estate planning and elder law services to help familiessecure their futures with confidence. Whether you’re seeking justice after anaccident or planning for the road ahead, we are here to guide and protect youevery step of the way
Our firm has earned a strong reputation for:
✔ Winning high-value personal injury settlements & verdicts.
✔ Helping families avoid probate with strategic estate planning.
✔ Providing compassionate representation in elder law cases.
We believe everyone deserves access to skilled legal representation, which is why we offer:
✔ Free personal injury case evaluations.
✔ No upfront fees – We don’t get paid unless we win your case.
✔ No-cost, 90-minute consultations for estate planning & elder law.
With offices in Portland, Salem, and serving clients statewide, we aredeeplyfamiliar with the legal landscape across Oregon. Whether you need a Portland personal injury attorney after a car accident, an estate planning lawyer in Salem, or a probate attorney for an estate in Eugene, our team is here to provide experienced legal guidance.
No matter where you are, our experienced attorneys are here to help. We offer in-person meetings in select locations and virtual consultations for clients statewide in Oregon and Washington.
At Merkel & Conner Law Firm, we take pride in delivering exceptional legal
representation and client-focused advocacy. But don’t just take our wordfor
it—see what our clients have to say about their experiences working withour
personal injury, estate planning, and elder law attorneys.