They say most families are one serious injury away from losing everything they worked so hard to gain. When your family's future is on the line, you deserve a law firm that understands who you are and what you need. Since 1982, that law firm has been Merkel & Cocke, P.A. We are one of the largest plaintiffs' personal injury law firms in Mississippi.
That means we have the resources to handle complex cases, and the skills to handle them right. We have built our reputation on hard work, commitment to our clients, and a willingness to take on powerful entities when they fail to do right by the people we help. Because of these traits unique to our team, other law firms and attorneys often refer complex cases to us, making us the law firm other lawyers trust to do right by their clients.
That means we have the resources to handle complex cases, and the skills to handle them right. We have built our reputation on hard work, commitment to our clients, and a willingness to take on powerful entities when they fail to do right by the people we help. Because of these traits unique to our team, other law firms and attorneys often refer complex cases to us, making us the law firm other lawyers trust to do right by their clients.
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Since 1982, Merkel & Cocke, P.A. has offered thorough, aggressive legal representation on behalf of clients throughout Mississippi. As one of the largest plaintiffs' personal injury law firms in the state, we consider it our duty and our honor to serve the people of our communities, and to uphold their rights in court.
For more than 40 years, Mr. Merkel has personally delivered more than 400 jury presentations in the representation of personal injury victims whose cases involved complex medical and technical injury mechanisms and causation problems.
In 1973, he was involved in the formation of the firm of Holcomb, Dunbar, Connell & Merkel, where he was involved primarily in litigation until the spring of 1982, when Mr. Merkel and Mr. Cocke formed Merkel & Cocke, P.A. for the purpose of handling complex plaintiff's litigation with emphasis in medical malpractice, product liability, toxic torts, drug reactions, brain damage cases, and in general, all catastrophic personal injury cases.
In 1973, he was involved in the formation of the firm of Holcomb, Dunbar, Connell & Merkel, where he was involved primarily in litigation until the spring of 1982, when Mr. Merkel and Mr. Cocke formed Merkel & Cocke, P.A. for the purpose of handling complex plaintiff's litigation with emphasis in medical malpractice, product liability, toxic torts, drug reactions, brain damage cases, and in general, all catastrophic personal injury cases.
After graduating from the University of Virginia Law School in 1975, Mr. Cocke moved to Clarksdale, MS to begin practicing in a general litigation firm. In 1982, Mr. Cocke and Mr. Merkel left that firm and established Merkel & Cocke, P.A., and since that time the emphasis of Mr. Cocke's practice has progressed more and more toward medical malpractice.
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.
For more than three decades, the law firm of Merkel & Cocke, P.A. has been assisting clients with a variety of legal needs. From complex personal injury claims to intricate contract disputes, our reputable Mississippi attorneys consistently provide comprehensive and quality legal representation. We approach each case as a team, working together to develop the best strategy for every client.
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Emily Peters
Jan 04, 2022
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Buddy Bass
Oct 09, 2020
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Amanda Nolan
Sep 20, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
Ted Connell represented my family to get our injury settlement. He was very professional and was sensitive to our needs and situation. We are very happy with our representation, the way our case was handled and the result that helped us move forward. We would definitely consult this firm in the future should the need arise.
Ted Connell represented my family to get our injury settlement. He was very professional and was sensitive to our needs and situation. We are very happy with our representation, the way our case was handled and the result that helped us move forward. We would definitely consult this firm in the future should the need arise.
Derrick Hands
Sep 17, 2020
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
mr.merkel handled my case without me having to worry weather they were thanking care of my case the proper way and looking out for my best interest, they are good at what they do ,they get you every penny that you are seeking,also they do the job in a timely manner. thank you all Mr.Merkel and company.
mr.merkel handled my case without me having to worry weather they were thanking care of my case the proper way and looking out for my best interest, they are good at what they do ,they get you every penny that you are seeking,also they do the job in a timely manner. thank you all Mr.Merkel and company.
Willie Taylor
Aug 23, 2020
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I would like to take this time to give praise to a business that goes above and beyond the call of duty for all the people. They have raised the bar of excellence in professionalism, standards of quality, responsiveness, and last but not least value. These things are from the heart and can not be purchased. If you or anyone you know need someone in their corner, speaking their language and fighting for their rights choose Attorney Christopher Winters and Merkel & Cocke, PA to represent you. They are simply the best. Need I say more? Let their work speak for YOU.
Freddie Britt
Jul 10, 2020
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