Communication Is Critical

 When you are charged with a crime, a lot of details are left out by the police and the prosecutor.  Our highest priority is understanding the full story and this means starting with you and your experience.  Armed with this information, other key details of the case, and the law, we will ensure you receive the best possible defense.

Our approach

Trying to navigate the criminal justice system while your fate is on the line is terrifying.  Our approach is that the most important case in the courtroom is YOUR case.  At Merson Law, your case is always a top priority.  We are laser focused on providing the best possible defense and make ourselves available for impromptu check-ins with clients promptly  We would be honored to be your experienced guide on what will undoubtedly be a stressful, scary, and intimidating process. 

An Experienced Defender

Mr. Merson has over 20 years experience as a criminal defense attorney.  He proudly served as a trial attorney in the Greeley Regional Office of the Colorado Public Defender from 2005 to 2019.  In 2010, he was honored with the "Attorney of the Year" award from the Colorado State Public Defender for outstanding service as trial attorney in the Greeley Regional Office.  He was selected for this award out of hundreds of attorneys in the Colorado Public Defender system. 

​In addition to being a trial attorney for the Greeley Regional Office, he was appointed and served as a supervisor.  In this role he trained and managed many new trial attorneys.  He has also taught criminal defense litigation skills at various conferences and workshops. 

Mr. Merson also works as an associate with the law firm Schey, Piller, Alspaugh & Wong.  www.spawlaw.com

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​​"​James Merson went above and beyond what I would have expected from a defense attorney. He impressed me through and through with true concern and respect for me and my case. He had fresh ideas on how to approach my case which showed me he was truly giving me the time and consideration that I deserved. I had violated my current probation in California when I was arrested in Colorado for pretty much the same thing so I was a bit nervous, to say the least. I was so concerned about my case that I did a little shopping around and another respected local attorney said I was in good hands with Merson. After a motion to suppress the evidence filed by Merson was granted by the judge, I thought I was in the clear and was celebrating. I thought I won. About a month later Merson calls me to explain the DA appealed the judge's decision to the Colorado Supreme Court. WTF?!?! That can happen?. Well, it can and did. Could I really trust him with years of my life on the line? Is he going to give me the best defense I deserve? Christ this case is for marijuana in CO. My case continued to the state supreme court where Merson and I again felt total confidence that our motion to suppress the evidence would be recognized as correct and upheld at the state level because it was clearly an illegal search. Merson always responded to my calls and texts even though I'm sure I behaved like I was his only case. I still can't believe that only two of the seven State Supreme Court judges agreed with our position. No matter what Merson was ready and willing to continue the fight for me. God, I wanted to but I had to consider a lot, time, being the main thing. I chose to take a plea which continued to be a headache. Let's not forget during this whole proceeding, which took 2 years, I was technically a fugitive from my original probation in California. Merson even called my probation officer and lawyers in California and was able to arrange a deal to terminate my probation in California, unsuccessful of course, but terminated based on, I was going to be Colorado's problem. Colorado was gonna send me to prison, probation, a program or whatever. Making that happen was no joke since I was facing up to 8 years just in Colorado not including what California could have given me. I'm now one year into 5 years of probation and my 90-day jail sentence. James Merson used all of his knowledge and skills to provide the best representation I could possibly have. But truly the best lawyer I could have had. Now he's able to help you with his own practice and trust you want him working for you! I'm eternally grateful to him. Thanks buddy!"

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"James Merson “My Personal Hero”. Ten years ago he won my case on Supreme Court. He gave a second chance in life. I give thanks to God every day for having Merson on my side. Thanks to Merson I believe in miracles."
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Jim Merson fought hard for my freedom. I was facing a possible 32 year prison sentence. Thanks to Jim and his hard work I was given a second chance. I now am the founder of a nonprofit that helps people in my community. I also work with others to help prevent them from making poor choices and help them be goal oriented. I am very involved with my family and am able to lead them to be a positive impact in our city. I'm very thankful that Jim represented me and got me the opportunity to have my freedom to do all this. Thank you

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Jim Merson is an incredible attorney!! I was facing some pretty major penalties for a speeding ticket, and had basically accepted my losses until Jim took my case! All other attorney’s made it seem like my chances were not good and used major scare tactics to make me think I really needed to pay the huge sum they were asking for them to represent me. Jim was the complete opposite and was completely honest and made me much more optimistic and much less stressed about the possible outcome! Jim went above and beyond, and his demeanor in court was amazing. Thanks to Jim I wasn’t anxious or terrified to attend my court hearing and felt hopeful. Jim was able to reduce my speeding ticket down to a sentencing that I thought would be impossible. The outcome Jim achieved was beyond what I thought would be possible! I’ve never had a court hearing go so well, and Jim’s effort to reduce my sentence and his respecting attitude towards the judge and district attorney truly completely changed the outcome of my case. I can not thank Jim enough!
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Highly recommended. Was wrongly accused of passing a counterfeit bill retained Mr. Merson as attorney; he not once sugar coated a thing and pointed us in the right direction the entire way. He wasn't looking to put money in his pocket but was more interested in providing the help and solution that was best for our family."


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​"Amazing attorney!!! Although Jim Merson has litigated homicides, he was willing to represent our daughter for a speeding violation. His demeanor with the District Attorney and Judge obviously played a huge role in a greatly reduced fine and points in her case. Our daughter was treated with the greatest respect as he led her through a questionable and frustrating legal situation. I would highly recommend Jim Merson without reservation."

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I HIGHLY recommend Mr. Merson. He was extremely professional and compassionate with my difficult case and helped us every step of the way. He was easy to communicate with and was knowledgeable about the entire system and process."

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James is above and beyond as a professional. In both his knowledge of the legal system and his ability to understand a quick response is sometimes all that is needed. I had to reach out from New York and he answered within a few hours. I had also sent multiple inquires (phone and email) to other attorneys at the same time and never heard back from any of them. James above all else humanized my issues and made me feel confident he was listening and understood the whole issue. He has a keen knowledge of the judges and other attorneys in the area and he immediately made me feel at ease with his knowledge. He set down a step by step plan, checked in with us to make sure we were able to reach each step, and never once was I shocked or felt confused on how our case was going. I would recommend James Merson to anyone who needs a professional, knowledgeable attorney , who returns calls, text, and emails and keeps you informed at all times.
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I recently used James on a case I had here in Greeley. He was amazing! He was prompt with all of his responses to me when we were communicating about my case. He worked hard to make sure my case was taken care of the way it should have been and he got things taken care of in a timely manner. I would use Mr.Merson again and would highly recommend him to anyone needing a criminal defense attorney!

Thank you so much for everything James!"

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Looked all over for a attorney who would give me good consultation and sure enough Jim Merson was that attorney who answered all my questions and made me fill very confident that my hard earned money was well spent and sure enough got me exactly what I expected out of him and fought hard with the DA and got me a dismissal of all charges!! Thank-you Jim and happy New year!!"

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