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About Merkel & Conner
Protecting Your Rights, Securing Your Future

At Merkel & Conner, our mission is simple:

PROTECTING YOUR RIGHTS, SECURING YOUR FUTURE

At Merkel & Conner Law Firm we believe that every client deserves dedicatedadvocacy and a trusted ally who will stand by themthrough life’smost challenging moments. With compassion, integrity, and unwavering dedication, weprovide top personal injury and estate planning legal expertise so our clientscanfocus on what truly matters. Established by Personal Injury Attorney Will Merkel in 1979, our firm’s roots are in personal injury law, but our dedicationtojusticehas led us to expand our services to meet the broader needs of Oregoncommunities. Now, with expertise in Probate & Trust Administration, EstatePlanning, and Elder Law, we are here to protect families, secure futures, andempower individuals to live with confidence and peace of mind. We carry forwarda legacy of tenacious representation, whether advocating for personal injuryvictims or safeguarding the rights and legacies of our clients in other areasof law. As we grow to serve Oregon’s diverse communities, our promise remains: tobea voice of strength, compassion, and clarity, fighting tirelessly for justiceandsecurity

Your Voice, Our Strength – Protecting You and The Ones YouLove

At Merkel & Conner Law Firm, we believe that every client deserves:

With integrity and unwavering commitment, we provide high-quality legal services in:

Your Voice, Our Strength. Protecting You & The Ones You Love.
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Why Choose Us?

Top-Notch Personal Injury Lawyers and Estate PlanningLawyers in Portland, Salem and throughout Oregon.

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

A Legacy of Justice & Strong Advocacy

Founded by Personal Injury Attorney Will Merkel in 1979, Merkel &Conner has been fighting for the rights of injury victims and families for over 40years.

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.

Locations

Local Representation for Clients Across Oregon

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.

Serving Communities Across Oregon and into Washington

Oregon Cities We Serve

Washington Cities We Serve

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.

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