"Aryeh Carter and the Merkel and Conner team are the best!! Very knowledgeable and helpful during the entire process of the claims procedure after my car accident. Would highly recommend!!!"
Paul,
Injury Client
“When I left Kevin’s office I felt the weight of the world off my shoulders — which was good, because they hurt from the accident I was in.”
Meg,
Injury Client
“Kevin is a straight-shooter. He’ll give you an honest evaluation of your case, positives and negatives.”
Rico,
Opposing Counsel
Who We Are
At Merkel & Conner, we stand with Portland’s injured. We fight against insurance companies that try to delay, deny, or underpay.
When you’re hurt because of someone else’s negligence, you deserve more than an apology — you deserve justice.
Our mission is simple:
✅ Protect our Portland community
✅ Demand fair compensation
✅ Fight relentlessly for every client
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Injured?
Worried?
Overwhelmed?
We’re Here to Help.
Fill out the form including a brief message about your case — our legal team will review and explain your options for free, no strings attached.
Why Portland Chooses Merkel & Conner :
We fight hard — for every client, every time.
FIERCE REPRESENTATION
You’ll always speak directly with an experienced lawyer.
NO RUNAROUND
Decades of combined personal injury experience fighting for Oregon’s injured.
PROVEN RESULTS
We live here, we work here, we care about this community.
LOCAL PORTLAND ROOTS
You don’t pay unless we recover compensation for you.
NO WIN, NO FEE
We don’t back down. We don’t settle for less. We fight for what’s right.
RELENTLESS ADVOCACY
Areas We Win In
Car & Truck Crash Injuries
If you’ve been injured in a car, truck, or rideshare accident, we’ll fight to get you the compensation you deserve — medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The insurance companies have lawyers. You should too.
Motorcycle and Bike Injuries
Motorcyclists and cyclists face serious risks on Oregon roads. When a driver’s negligence leaves you injured, Merkel & Conner will stand by your side and demand accountability.
Pedestrian Collisions
Whether it’s a crosswalk collision or sidewalk incident, pedestrians deserve protection. We’ll fight for justice if you’ve been hit by a reckless driver or injured due to unsafe conditions.
Premises Liability
Slips, trips, and falls can cause life-changing injuries. If a business or property owner failed to keep their space safe, we’ll help you pursue full compensation for your injuries.
Wrongful Death & Catastrophic Injuries
When negligence results in the unthinkable — the loss of a loved one or devastating injuries — we help families fight for justice, financial security, and accountability. You focus on healing; we handle the fight.
Fight Back with Experienced Legal Advocates
At Merkel & Conner, we’re not a high-volume, factory-style law firm. We’re a local team of experienced personal injury lawyers who believe in standing up for real people — the injured, the overlooked, and those being taken advantage of by big insurance companies.
We proudly serve Portland and communities across Oregon, fighting to protect your rights after an accident, injury, or loss.
Here’s what sets us apart:
We fight hard — and smart — to maximize your compensation.
You’ll always work directly with an attorney, never passed off to a call center
We know Oregon law, and we know how insurance companies operate
No legal jargon, no hidden fees — just straightforward, aggressive representation
When you hire us, you’re not just hiring lawyers — you’re hiring advocates who care about justice and community. We treat every client like they’re part of our Portland family.
Need help after an accident?
We’re ready to fight for you.
Your first consultation is free — no pressure, just answers.
