
Peter M. Merrigan, Car Accidents Attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
Over 18 years of legal practice · focused on Car Accidents, General, and Insurance
PrincipalatSweeney Merrigan Law
Boston, MA
Practicing car accidents in Boston since 2008.
- 18+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Peter M. Merrigan is a principal based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Insurance. Peter has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sweeney Merrigan Law.
- Based in
- Boston, MA
- Experience
- over 18 years
- Known for
- Car Accidents · General · Insurance
- Handles Car Accidents, General, and Insurance matters from Boston, MA.
- Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Peter M. Merrigan: Peter M. Merrigan is a principal based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Insurance. Peter has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sweeney Merrigan Law.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Peter M. Merrigan
Peter concentrates on car accidents, general, insurance, maritime, and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Peter handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Car Accidents
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General
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Insurance
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Maritime
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Slip & Fall
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Wrongful Death
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Car Accidents cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Peter takes car accidents matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
General cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Peter takes general matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Peter takes insurance matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Maritime cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Peter takes maritime matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Boston, Massachusetts
Peter takes personal injury matters in Boston, Massachusetts. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Peter agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Peter M. Merrigan — Over 18 years of Massachusetts car accidents experience
Peter M. Merrigan is a principal based in Boston, MA. The practice focuses on Car Accidents, General, and Insurance. Peter has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Sweeney Merrigan Law.
Peter M. Merrigan is a lawyer practicing motor vehicle accidents, personal injury, maritime accidents and 6 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from James Madison University, and has been licensed for 18 years. Peter practices at Sweeney Merrigan Law in Boston, MA.
How Peter handles car accidents matters
Peter M. Merrigan is a lawyer practicing motor vehicle accidents, personal injury, maritime accidents and 6 other areas of law. Peter received a B.A. degree from James Madison University, and has been licensed for 18 years. Peter practices at Sweeney Merrigan Law in Boston, MA.
The kind of cases Peter takes
Peter reviews new inquiries case-by-case for car accidents, general, and insurance matters in Boston and the surrounding Massachusetts area.
Credentials
Peter M. Merrigan's legal education and bar admissions
New England School of Law
J.D. · 2008
James Madison University B.A.
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Jurisdictions
Peter's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
2016 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
2009 · ACTIVE
Massachusetts
2008 · ACTIVE
Peter studied at J.D. in New England School of Law and — in James Madison University B.A..
Law school and academic background
Peter completed J.D. in New England School of Law and — in James Madison University B.A.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Peter runs in Massachusetts is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Peter's professional memberships and bar associations
Boston Bar Association Massachusetts Bar Association
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Locations
Peter M. Merrigan's office in Boston
Peter's primary office is at 268 Summer Street, LL, Boston, MA, 02210-1108. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Peter M. Merrigan — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new car accidents attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Peter usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Peter charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Peter will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a car accidents attorney in Boston, Massachusetts
A short list to run through before you commit: How many car accidents matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Peter
Peter discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in car accidents practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every car accidents matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Peter confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Peter's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many car accidents practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Peter M. Merrigan
How much does it cost to hire Peter for a car accidents case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Peter walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Peter offer a free consultation?
Peter charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Peter's office. Some car accidents attorneys offer free consults — check Peter's current terms during booking.
How long do car accidents cases in Massachusetts typically take?
Simple car accidents matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Peter gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Peter take my case if I'm outside Boston?
Peter is licensed in Massachusetts. Matters governed by Massachusetts law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Peter will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Peter?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Peter will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Peter accepting new car accidents clients right now?
Peter's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Car Accidents attorneys serving Boston, Cambridge and Worcester in Massachusetts
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