We provide innovative and comprehensive counsel to those who want a principled partner, not just an attorney.
The Merritt Law team is focused on providing on-demand business, real estate, and outside general counsel services to clients who desire more than just lawyers, but trusted advisors. Merritt Law focuses on integrity as well as honor to not only the legal profession, but your business and legal goals.
The Merritt Law team is connected through our mutual emphasis on client success. Our team is strengthened by our differences, with a shared goal of excellent service, maintaining leading industry knowledge, and making Merritt Law your one-stop law firm for all Austin corporate, real estate, and business needs.
A leading corporate law firm, Merritt Law provides general counsel in Austin and regionally throughout Texas to not only help businesses receive superior legal counsel when they need it, but also to build relationships with clients to serve their best interests and promote their success.
“I met Johnny about ten years ago in his capacity as Outside General Counsel for one of our significant, long-time clients. Among Johnny’s many great qualities, one of the most impactful is that he seeks to learn what is most important for his client’s success and directs his efforts to promote that result. He is as client-centric in his approach as any of the hundreds of attorneys I’ve worked with in my career. Fairly Group believes in challenging the paradigms that limit optimum results for our clients, and Johnny constantly considers how to engage in similar analysis to assist his clients with their legal needs.”
Alex Fairly
CEO
"My husband and I have been working with an attorney at Merritt Law, Zoë Fedde. Zoë is just wonderful. I saw a review below saying something to the effect of this doesn't seem to be your "typical" law firm in that they are very transparent, earnest, and communicative. This has absolutely been our experience over the course of working with Zoë for multiple businesses/projects. We have worked with quite a few attorneys and practices up to this point and Zoë/Merritt Law have stood out as a highlight for the above stated reasons, which we find is not typical for most firms! We plan to exclusively use them moving forward and highly recommend!"
Brittany Gardner
Owner
“I had the pleasure of working with Zoë Fedde with Merritt Law. My situation was very difficult and lengthy and Zoë went above and beyond for me. She always either answered my calls or got back with me very shortly, even after hours. She walked me through every document, answered all my questions and explained my options very clearly and concisely. I cannot speak highly enough about her work ethic, level of knowledge and real compassion she showed for me.”
Ellen Dunn
Texas Realtor
“Johnny has essentially served Affiliated Foods as its outside general counsel in excess of 20 years. As I understand, he has missed only one directors meeting during that entire period. Johnny is not only an exceptional attorney who has gained the confidence of our board and our entire management team, he also has great insight and understanding of how to balance our legal needs with our business needs.”
Randy Arceneaux
President and CEO
“In the summer of 2019 we at Urban Mining gained a valuable introduction to Johnny Merritt, through one of our own, Tim Conner. Johnny has not only provided exceptional service, but also taken an interest in the success of our company. He and his team have been able to jump into projects with tight deadlines and help us come out on top. We are truly thankful for his service and genuine interest in our organization. We highly recommend him to anyone who is seeking a seasoned fractional general counsel and transactional attorney.”
Scott Dunn
CEO
“Ag Producers Co-op has worked with Johnny for almost a decade. He ensures that we receive the proper representation for every matter, not only working directly on projects, but acting as a quarterback and connecting us with the right counsel when it is out of his wheelhouse. Johnny provides us with prompt attention and keeps us informed about matters throughout the process.”
Bret Brown
CFO
“Johnny is a business leader’s attorney. I began using Johnny for transactional needs in 2016 and immediately recognized his gift for advising decision makers on how to balance contractual protections with the realities of getting deals done. I have come to rely on Johnny’s opinions on diverse topics from contracts to negotiations, to finance and even how to be a better human. I recommend Johnny to any business owner for his legal prowess and you will get the added benefit of mentor-level advice from a very experienced corporate counsel.”
Ben Broughton
Owner
“Johnny Merritt has been an incredible asset to our companies over the years providing invaluable insight into corporate real estate transactions, general business practices and corporate structuring. We’ve not only experienced the positive impact of his services ourselves, but share several business and personal relationships with others in which we know he’s done the same elsewhere. For these reasons and many others, we have decided to take our relationship to further and partner with attorney Johnny Merritt as our Fraction General Counsel.”
Judd Porter
CEO
“My experience working with Johnny and his team has exceeded expectations. They are extremely thorough and have always put me in the best position possible when dealing with legal matters. They know how to bring in the right supporting team members when needed to ensure successful outcomes. I would strongly recommend their services to anyone in need to corporate and real estate related legal counsel.”
Jonathan Patton
CEO
“We think the world of Johnny Merritt and I’m more than certain we can come up with a million ways to say it! The BLESS Foundation has been so blessed by the legal advice and assistance that Johnny Merritt has provided since our founding. He has been a strong and mighty sounding board and has donated countless hours to ensure our best interests are protected. He has provided invaluable consultation, negotiated vendor contracts, and drafted legal documents. We are proud to have him as a part of our team both because of the values he represents and the quality, expertise, and professional guidance he provides. The BLESS Foundation was founded on the principle that we have all been blessed, but we have been blessed in order to be a blessing to others. Johnny Merritt is the epitome of a man who is using his God-given blessings to make the world a better place.”
Tabitha Hale
Co-Founder
“I have worked with Johnny Merritt and his team for some time now. They have been a huge help with our real estate transactions and business formations. They go above and beyond a typical service, trying to educate us as they perform top notch legal services. I have always been able to reach them when I have questions or need assistance. I highly recommend working with them.”
Tim Brown
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