Tanis Merrick, Maritime Attorney in Wilmington, North Carolina

Tanis concentrates on maritime. Each area below outlines the kind of case Tanis handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

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Tanis's primary office is at 1 Unknown, Wilmington, NC, 28403. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new maritime attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Tanis usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Tanis discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in maritime practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Tanis for a maritime case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Tanis walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Tanis offer a free consultation?

  Tanis charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Tanis's office. Some maritime attorneys offer free consults — check Tanis's current terms during booking.

• How long do maritime cases in North Carolina typically take?

  Simple maritime 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. Tanis gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Tanis take my case if I'm outside Wilmington?

  Tanis is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Tanis 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 Tanis?

  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. Tanis will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Tanis accepting new maritime clients right now?

  Tanis's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.