Michael Merriam Email & Phone Number

Boston, MA, US

Greater Boston Area

• During this tenure, I develop and implement key performance indicator programs to improve legal metrics and accountability across our teams. I provide nationwide insurance coverage opinions and legal counsel on policy.
• Transitioned our legal case management system from ProLaw to Time Matters.
• Resolved a high-profile multi-party lawsuit in New Hampshire.
• Led and trained a talented team of 23 attorneys and staff across three states, managing litigation and outside counsel selection.
• Facilitated the resolution of over 100 cases through a virtual settlement conference program during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Managed performance reviews, compensation, and a $4M annual budget for the New England House Counsel operation.

• As Litigation & Coverage Counsel, I served as lead counsel in jury trials, bench trials, and arbitrations, consistently securing favorable defense verdicts. My role involved analyzing and recommending revisions to.
• Argued six appeals in the Massachusetts Appeals Court and the Appellate Division of the District Court.
• Litigated over 25 jury trials and numerous bench trials in both state and federal courts.
• Managed a high-volume caseload of 75-100 matters, including tort, contract disputes, bad faith, and insurance coverage cases.Additional experience as Associate at Jager Smith P.C. and Burns & Farrey

Boston, MA, And Marblehead, MA

• In my role as Hearing Officer, I resolve complex disputes related to liability, claims, employment, and business conflicts, and always strive for fair and equitable outcomes. I am proud to be a Member of the National.
• Streamlined high-volume dispute resolution processes by designing and implementing virtual settlement days for a major national insurance carrier, significantly enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Recognized for excellence in dispute resolution through my selection to the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals, a prestigious national organization.
• Massachusetts Court Certified Conciliator and Conciliation Trainer.

• As President, I initiated and led the Superior Court Conciliation Program in collaboration with the Massachusetts Superior Court and the American College of Trial Lawyers, enhancing complex dispute resolution efforts..
• Authored RFPs and moderated the SJC Practicing with Professionalism Course, securing exclusive authorization for the Greater Lynn Bar Association.
• Served as a Court Certified Volunteer Conciliator and Conciliation Trainer, mentoring and training legal professionals in effective dispute resolution techniques.

Doctor Of Law - Jd, Law

English