Kevin R. Merritt
About Kevin R. Merritt
Kevin R. Merritt is a lawyer based in Phoenix, AZ and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2011. Kevin R. Merritt is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Banking and Finance Law
- Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- Real Estate Law
- Securitization and Structured Finance Law
Current Firm: Gammage & Burnham PLC
Education: Stanford University, J.D., graduated 1982 and Duke University, BA, graduated 1979
Location: Phoenix, AZ
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