About Merrick Law Firm LLC : Michael J. Merrick
Michael J. Merrick is the founding member of Merrick Law Firm LLC and has 30 years of employment law experience. His clients and peers, other lawyers and judges, rate him as “AV/Preeminent,” Martindale-Hubbell’s highest rating in legal ability and ethical standards. Mr. Merrick has also been honored as a Super Lawyer from 2012 through 2025 for being chosen as one of the top 5% of practicing employment lawyers in Illinois. In 2003 Mr. Merrick became Of Counsel to a Chicago employment law boutique firm to focus his practice on exclusively representing employees in employment law matters.
Services
Employment Law Employment Litigation Employment Counseling Employment Contracts Severance Negotiations Non-Compete Agreements Wrongful Termination Workplace Discrimination Sexual Harassment Claims Whistleblower And Retaliation Claims Family And Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Claims Independent Contractor Disputes Unpaid Wages And Overtime Claims Executive Employment Issues ERISA And Employee Benefits Claims Workers’ Compensation Defamation (Libel And Slander) Invasion Of Privacy Fraud And Misrepresentation Workplace Investigations Personnel Record Corrections Employee Performance And Discipline Matters Labor & Employment ArbitrationReviews
I was impressed with Michael Merrick at Merrick Law Firm. Mike’s level of professionalism and expertise was apparent from the very beginning, and I felt confident that I was in capable hands. Mike was always available to answer questions or concerns I had. He kept me updated on the progress of my case every step of the way. He put me at ease throughout the legal process. He has a thorough knowledge of the law and defended my case with determination. Mike did an excellent job in the representation of my employment case. I would highly recommend Michael Merrick at Merrick Law Firm in Omaha, Nebraska to handle your employment case. I sincerely thank you Mike for the outstanding job!