Charles M. Merkel, III

Charles M. Merkel, III: Attorney with Merkel & Cocke, P.A. Attorneys At Law
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Biography

Charles M. Merkel, III was born and raised in Clarksdale, MS. He attended the University of Mississippi for his undergraduate and law degrees, graduating with honors both times. While at Ole’ Miss as an undergraduate, he was awarded the Taylor Medal for English; this is the University’s highest academic honor, awarded to less than 1% of the student body. Upon graduation, he received the coveted position as a judicial law clerk for US District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi, Jackson Division.

Mr. Merkel joined Merkel & Cocke, P.A. in 2002, where he works with clients who have sustained serious injuries because of negligence, medical malpractice and defective products.

Mr. Merkel is a former member of the board of directors of North Mississippi Rural Legal Services and has received recognition for his work by being selected for membership in the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) as well as multi-year inclusion in Super Lawyers, Best Lawyers and National Trial Lawyers-Top 100. He is a proud member of the American Association for Justice and Mississippi Association for Justice. He is an avid outdoorsman and hunter and spends his free time with family and friends.

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Areas of Practice (10)

  • Personal Injury
  • Products Liability
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Wrongful Death
  • Negligence
  • Appeals
  • Litigation
  • Plaintiffs Personal Injury
  • Toxic Torts
  • Professional Malpractice

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of Mississippi, B.A., summa cum laude, Taylor Medal Award Winner: English, 1995
Law School Attended:
University of Mississippi, J.D., cum laude, Chancellor’s Scholar, Moot Court Board Member, “Best Written Brief Award,” 1996, 1998
Year of First Admission:
1998
Admission:
1998, Mississippi; 1998, U.S. District Court, Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Birth Information:
Clarksdale, Mississippi, April 5, 1973
ISLN:
913988709

Payment Information

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Other Information
Free initial consultation, Fixed fees available

Peer Reviews

4.8/5.0 (35 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.8/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    4.8/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.8/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/01/24 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/01/24 in Medical Malpractice

    Charles is a smart lawyer who you can take at his word

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Founder on 11/01/24 in Medical Malpractice

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/01/24 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 11/01/24 in Litigation

    Very professional and knowledgeable.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Director on 11/01/24 in Personal Injury

    Charles has great legal abilities and knowledge and is easy to work with.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate Counsel on 10/31/24 in Medical Malpractice

    In my 30 years practicing law, Mr. Merkel is a great trial lawyer and as good as it gets.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate Counsel on 10/31/24 in Personal Injury

    Experience, skill and discipline describe Charles Merkel. I have been involved in a number of cases with Mr. Merkel over the years. Simply put, there is no better trial lawyer.

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/31/24 in Personal Injury

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Attorney on 10/31/24 in Medical Malpractice

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Contact Information:

662-302-2172  Phone

662-627-3592  Fax

www.merkel-cocke.com/attorneys/edward-p-connell-jr

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