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Cleveland, OH

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Car Accident

Language

English

About

A graduate of Harvard Law School, former Deputy Ohio Attorney General, and national award-winning investigative journalist,  Tom Merriman brings a unique set of skills to his work as a personal injury attorney.  A partner at  Landskroner Grieco Merriman, LLC, ("Team LGM") Tom graduated magna cum laude and earned phi beta kappa honors while majoring in Economics at the University of Notre Dame.   At Harvard Law School, he achieved the rare grade of A+ in both Negotiation and Jurisprudence.   Harvard Professor Roger Fisher, the world-renown negotiation expert and author of "Getting to Yes," selected Tom as his teaching assistant.  As a law student, Tom led small group negotiation seminars for experienced attorneys at the Harvard Negotiation Project.After graduating cum laude from Harvard Law School in 1988, Tom served a judicial clerkship with the late honorable Frank J. Battisti, then chief judge of the United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio.   He then began working as a litigator for Hahn Loeser & Parks.LAW ENFORCEMENT & PUBLIC SERVICEAt the age of 29, Tom was appointed Managing Attorney of the Ohio Attorney General's Cleveland office.  Promoted to Deputy Ohio Attorney General, Tom directed a team of over seventy assistant attorneys general, investigators, and support staff.   Ohio Attorney General Lee Fisher trusted Tom to create and lead multiple innovative law enforcement and litigation programs.  Creating the Consumer Fraud Strike Force, Tom developed a strategy to immediately shut down and seize the assets of bogus charities, scam artists, and telemarketing boiler rooms before they had the opportunity to flee the state.   He also directed "Operation Windfall,"  the most successful fugive sting operation in our nation's history.  Profiled by the New York Times, the program secured the arrest of 1100 fugitive felons by luring them to government offices to pick up a tax refund or settlement checks.Tom launched Operation Crackdown which relied upon statutory nuisance laws to close over 150 neighborhood drug houses.   In 1994, the Council of State Government honored Operation Crackdown with its Innovation Award recognizing the program's success transforming "drug houses into dream houses" for low income families by securing the transfer of ownership to neighborhood redevelopment organizations. Tom's work for the Attorney General gave him extensive courtroom experience persuading judges to grant extraordinary remedies.  As a member of Attorney General Fisher's Executive Staff, Tom advised the AG on all major litigation and policy issues.      INVESTIGATIVE JOURNALISMAfter serving in government, Tom decided to use his skills as an attorney to become a watchdog of government.   In 1995, he redirected his career into investigative journalism, first with WEWS-TV and then with the WJW Fox 8 I-Team.  During his fourteen years in Cleveland television, Tom won more Emmy Awards (37) than any other reporter in the market.  His 25-part investigative series exposing fraud in the Cleveland Municipal School District's transportation department won the most coveted national honors in investigative journalism, the I.R.E. Medal from Investigative Reporters & Editors and the Alfred I. duPont–Columbia University Silver Baton (what Columbia describes as "the Pulitzer Prize of broadcast journalism").Tom was profiled in a 2006 PBS documentary entitled, "The Best of Broadcast Journalism."  He was also appointed an Ethics Fellow by the Poynter Institute for Media Studies.  The Fellows program was established "to recognize outstanding journalists who demonstrate a concern for journalism ethics and values."In 2001, Tom produced a series of reports exposing Cleveland Imam Fawaz Damra's role as a fundraiser for the terrorist organization Palestinian Islamic Jihad as well as Damra's ties to the original World Trade Center bombers.   Damra was ultimately prosecuted and deported for lying on his citizenship application about his ties to terror organizations.   In 2002, Tom led a hidden camera investigation in South Korea which documented U.S. military police protecting American soldiers frequenting establishments where trafficked women were held as sex slaves.   The reports triggered a Department of Defense Inspector General investigation, Congressional hearings, and reform of the  Uniform Code of Military Justice.   In 2003, Tom's investigation into wasteful spending at the taxpayer-funded Cleveland Convention & Visitor's Bureau triggered the resignation of its President and the dissolution of its Board of Directors.LANDSKRONER GRIECO MERRIMAN, LLCCIVIL JUSTICE ATTORNEYTom returned to the courtroom in 2009 as a trial attorney for Landskroner Grieco Madden, LLC.  Armed with a broad range of skill and experience, Tom represents plaintiffs in matters ranging from car accidents, truck crashes, medical negligence, nursing home neglect, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death.  In 2012, Tom was named a partner at Landskroner Grieco Merriman, LLC.  He was recently designated a Super Lawyer as one of the top attorneys in the state of Ohio. Tom lives in Shaker Heights with his wife Annie and their four children.

Practices Areas

Car Accident

Personal Injury

Trucking accident

Language

English

Contact

Merriman Legal, LLC1360 W. 9th St.Suite 200Cleveland, OH, 441131360 W. 9th St.Suite 200Suite 200Cleveland, OH, 44113

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Denise
August 2, 2021

I hired Tom after my my brother was tragically killed. He went up against the DOJ to get the case settled after over 4.5 years. He always returned calls and was willing to answer my multitude of questions. He even worked on getting depositions completed while being out of town. Very hard working and caring. Everyone on the team has been fantastic.

David
July 26, 2021

I could never explain how much he has done for our family. Very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

anonymous
May 27, 2021

Tom Merriman is an excellent professional. Top of his game. Very patient with us as he navigated through the complexities of the litigation process. In our case, it was a delicate situation and he maneuvered the process deftly. Even when the opposite parties played hardball, he did not bow down. All in all, a highly productive experience. Would strongly recommend him for your legal needs.

anonymous
August 27, 2019

Tom & his staff were absolutely perfect from start to finish, I can't recommend him highly enough! He led us through a difficult healthcare-related legal situation with kindness, respect, and care. He was always very approachable yet professional, down to earth yet extremely capable and helpful at every turn.

Sandy
August 27, 2019

Tom Merriman and his whole legal team are the best of the best!! I would highly recommend him to anyone!! Not only did he have the experience to know what to do with our case, he went above and beyond! We were warned in the beginning that this would possibly take a few years to settle, and we did have numerous unforeseen obstacles against us, but even though it took a long ten years to settle, we were never out of the loop with any new findings along the way. We were assured every step of the way. He's my attorney for LIFE!!!!

Tom
August 24, 2019

When I was hit by a car in June of 2015, I contacted Tom Merriman's office because the ads on Tv. I called Tom's office on a Monday and he came to the nursing home I was at the very next day! I hired him! He and his staff are very professional. They got me the best settlement they could. They worked hard for me. I felt like my case was their number one priority. They are permanent lawyers.

Mike
August 23, 2019

Tom is not your traditional attorney. He’s a sincere guy that takes the time to listen but can also give clear advice and direction. The office staff was also great to deal with. Highly recommend this firm.

Greg
August 15, 2019

My experience with Tom Merriman and his team was beyond excellent. My wife and I required a lawyer following a personal tragedy. It was not a situation we wanted to be in but after speaking with Tom we knew that he would represent us well and to the fullest. Over the course of a year and several months, Tom and his team worked diligently to see our case to a positive resolution. At every milestone, he personally contacted us to explain what was going on and was always available to answer questions. Furthermore, he was never in a rush to move on to another client. He would take the time to listen, answer questions and explain the sometimes difficult legal issues that our case encountered. That personal touch helped to calm the anxieties we experienced due to our situation and the case that came from it. He and his team succeeded through their hard work in taking a very negative situation and making a positive experience for both my wife and me. He and his team come highly recommended.

Rita
February 8, 2018

Tom and his team were very diligent in winning my case. It was a difficult situation but they persevered. Team LGM took my case when other law firms laughed and said that I had no chance of winning. I would tell you that LGM will work for you till the cows come home.

Dexter
January 5, 2018

I highly recommend this Team. They work non-stop to get the job done, and justice was served for me and my family. I am pleased to say that I'm satisfied with everything they have done. Thank you Team LGM

Denise
August 2, 2021

I hired Tom after my my brother was tragically killed. He went up against the DOJ to get the case settled after over 4.5 years. He always returned calls and was willing to answer my multitude of questions. He even worked on getting depositions completed while being out of town. Very hard working and caring. Everyone on the team has been fantastic.

David
July 26, 2021

I could never explain how much he has done for our family. Very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

anonymous
May 27, 2021

Tom Merriman is an excellent professional. Top of his game. Very patient with us as he navigated through the complexities of the litigation process. In our case, it was a delicate situation and he maneuvered the process deftly. Even when the opposite parties played hardball, he did not bow down. All in all, a highly productive experience. Would strongly recommend him for your legal needs.

anonymous
August 27, 2019

Tom & his staff were absolutely perfect from start to finish, I can't recommend him highly enough! He led us through a difficult healthcare-related legal situation with kindness, respect, and care. He was always very approachable yet professional, down to earth yet extremely capable and helpful at every turn.

Sandy
August 27, 2019

Tom Merriman and his whole legal team are the best of the best!! I would highly recommend him to anyone!! Not only did he have the experience to know what to do with our case, he went above and beyond! We were warned in the beginning that this would possibly take a few years to settle, and we did have numerous unforeseen obstacles against us, but even though it took a long ten years to settle, we were never out of the loop with any new findings along the way. We were assured every step of the way. He's my attorney for LIFE!!!!

Tom
August 24, 2019

When I was hit by a car in June of 2015, I contacted Tom Merriman's office because the ads on Tv. I called Tom's office on a Monday and he came to the nursing home I was at the very next day! I hired him! He and his staff are very professional. They got me the best settlement they could. They worked hard for me. I felt like my case was their number one priority. They are permanent lawyers.

Mike
August 23, 2019

Tom is not your traditional attorney. He’s a sincere guy that takes the time to listen but can also give clear advice and direction. The office staff was also great to deal with. Highly recommend this firm.

Greg
August 15, 2019

My experience with Tom Merriman and his team was beyond excellent. My wife and I required a lawyer following a personal tragedy. It was not a situation we wanted to be in but after speaking with Tom we knew that he would represent us well and to the fullest. Over the course of a year and several months, Tom and his team worked diligently to see our case to a positive resolution. At every milestone, he personally contacted us to explain what was going on and was always available to answer questions. Furthermore, he was never in a rush to move on to another client. He would take the time to listen, answer questions and explain the sometimes difficult legal issues that our case encountered. That personal touch helped to calm the anxieties we experienced due to our situation and the case that came from it. He and his team succeeded through their hard work in taking a very negative situation and making a positive experience for both my wife and me. He and his team come highly recommended.

Rita
February 8, 2018

Tom and his team were very diligent in winning my case. It was a difficult situation but they persevered. Team LGM took my case when other law firms laughed and said that I had no chance of winning. I would tell you that LGM will work for you till the cows come home.

Dexter
January 5, 2018

I highly recommend this Team. They work non-stop to get the job done, and justice was served for me and my family. I am pleased to say that I'm satisfied with everything they have done. Thank you Team LGM

Denise
August 2, 2021

I hired Tom after my my brother was tragically killed. He went up against the DOJ to get the case settled after over 4.5 years. He always returned calls and was willing to answer my multitude of questions. He even worked on getting depositions completed while being out of town. Very hard working and caring. Everyone on the team has been fantastic.

David
July 26, 2021

I could never explain how much he has done for our family. Very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

anonymous
May 27, 2021

Tom Merriman is an excellent professional. Top of his game. Very patient with us as he navigated through the complexities of the litigation process. In our case, it was a delicate situation and he maneuvered the process deftly. Even when the opposite parties played hardball, he did not bow down. All in all, a highly productive experience. Would strongly recommend him for your legal needs.

anonymous
August 27, 2019

Tom & his staff were absolutely perfect from start to finish, I can't recommend him highly enough! He led us through a difficult healthcare-related legal situation with kindness, respect, and care. He was always very approachable yet professional, down to earth yet extremely capable and helpful at every turn.

Sandy
August 27, 2019

Tom Merriman and his whole legal team are the best of the best!! I would highly recommend him to anyone!! Not only did he have the experience to know what to do with our case, he went above and beyond! We were warned in the beginning that this would possibly take a few years to settle, and we did have numerous unforeseen obstacles against us, but even though it took a long ten years to settle, we were never out of the loop with any new findings along the way. We were assured every step of the way. He's my attorney for LIFE!!!!

Tom
August 24, 2019

When I was hit by a car in June of 2015, I contacted Tom Merriman's office because the ads on Tv. I called Tom's office on a Monday and he came to the nursing home I was at the very next day! I hired him! He and his staff are very professional. They got me the best settlement they could. They worked hard for me. I felt like my case was their number one priority. They are permanent lawyers.

Mike
August 23, 2019

Tom is not your traditional attorney. He’s a sincere guy that takes the time to listen but can also give clear advice and direction. The office staff was also great to deal with. Highly recommend this firm.

Greg
August 15, 2019

My experience with Tom Merriman and his team was beyond excellent. My wife and I required a lawyer following a personal tragedy. It was not a situation we wanted to be in but after speaking with Tom we knew that he would represent us well and to the fullest. Over the course of a year and several months, Tom and his team worked diligently to see our case to a positive resolution. At every milestone, he personally contacted us to explain what was going on and was always available to answer questions. Furthermore, he was never in a rush to move on to another client. He would take the time to listen, answer questions and explain the sometimes difficult legal issues that our case encountered. That personal touch helped to calm the anxieties we experienced due to our situation and the case that came from it. He and his team succeeded through their hard work in taking a very negative situation and making a positive experience for both my wife and me. He and his team come highly recommended.

Rita
February 8, 2018

Tom and his team were very diligent in winning my case. It was a difficult situation but they persevered. Team LGM took my case when other law firms laughed and said that I had no chance of winning. I would tell you that LGM will work for you till the cows come home.

Dexter
January 5, 2018

I highly recommend this Team. They work non-stop to get the job done, and justice was served for me and my family. I am pleased to say that I'm satisfied with everything they have done. Thank you Team LGM