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Terrence A. Merritt - Apple Valley, MN
14985 Glazier AvenueSuite 525 Apple Valley, MN 55124
Dougherty, Molenda, Solfest, Hills & Bauer P.A.
Apple Valley Estate planning Lawyer
Overview
Terrence has been in the practice of law since 1977. During that time his common thread of practice has been estate planning. Additionally, he is experienced in probate law, elder law, medical assistance, municipal law, boundary adjustment law, and mediation.
A life-long resident of Minnesota, growing up in the southwestern part of the state and attending both college and Law School in Minneapolis, Terrence is active in local events from the Chambers of Commerce, Rotary and his Church. He remains active in sports, including basketball, golf and softball. His other hobbies include travel and photography. He is a past President of the Apple Valley Rotary Club.
About Terrence A. Merritt
Practice Areas
- Estate planning
- Elder Law
- Probate
Litigation
- 10%
Current Employment Position(s)
- Shareholder
Representative Clients
- Plans or revises over 200 estate plans each year
- Handles approximately 20 probate cases each year
Qualifications
Bar Admissions
- Minnesota, 1977
- U.S. District Court District of Minnesota, 1980
- U.S. Supreme Court, 1981
- Wisconsin
Specialties and Certifications
- Qualified Neutral under Rule 114 of the Minnesota General Rules of Practice
Other Affiliations
- Minnesota State Bar Association, 1977 - Present (Member)
- Dakota County Bar Association (Member)
- First Judicial District Bar Association (Member)
- Apple Valley Rotary Club (Past President)
- Richard T. Oakes American Inn of Court (Charter Member and Master of the Bench)
- Church of St. John Neumann, 1999 - 2000 (Parish Council Chair)
- Minnesota Municipal Board, 1979 - 1995 (Executive Director)
- Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce (Past Board Member)
Education
- University of Minnesota Law School, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1977
J.D. - University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 1974
B.S.
Major: Communication Disorders
Classes and Seminars
- Pro Se Attorneys & the Government Lawyer, MATIT, 2007
- Estate Planning, Augustana Center, 2008
- Presenter, annual Township Legal Seminar, the annual Municipal Clerks and Finance Officers Association Conference, as well as numerous churches, senior care centers, and civic groups on topics related to estate planning, medical assistance and elder law
Achievements
Other Sources of Feedback About Terrence A. Merritt
Included on the 2024 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2023 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2021 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2020 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2019 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2018 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2017 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2016 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2015 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
- 2014 Minnesota Super Lawyers list
Honors
- Super Lawyers, 2014 - 2016
Office Information
Address
14985 Glazier AvenueSuite 525 Apple Valley, MN 55124
Phone
Fax
- 952-432-3780
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
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