André Merrett

André Merrett is a partner at Thorpe Shwer, P.C. and a Phoenix trial lawyer focused on complex civil disputes. His practice includes business and commercial litigation, trust and estate disputes, product liability, tort claims, and franchise litigation. He has handled matters in state and federal courts and has substantial trial experience. His work serves businesses and individuals facing disputes that require careful factual development, strategic motion practice, and effective courtroom advocacy.

Merrett earned a J.D. from the University of Iowa College of Law, where he served as Chair of the Moot Court Board. He received a B.A. from the University of Northern Iowa. His law school advocacy experience provided early training in written and oral argument, while his undergraduate and legal education support the analytical work required in complex commercial, probate, product liability, and tort litigation. That foundation carries into his trial-focused practice.

Merrett has represented clients in disputes involving hotel operations, trademarks, motorcycle product liability, premises liability, franchise relationships, apparel businesses, healthcare and cosmetic treatment businesses, and orthopedic device distribution. His probate and estate litigation experience includes estate administration, will and trust disputes, and guardianship and conservatorship matters. Across these cases, he addresses contested facts, contract and ownership issues, liability questions, and other disputes that can require trials, appeals, or negotiated resolutions.

André Merrett has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America for Commercial Litigation and Trusts and Estates Litigation and has been selected to Southwest Super Lawyers for Business Litigation. He also holds an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell. His broad trial background allows him to handle disputes involving businesses, fiduciaries, families, manufacturers, franchisors, and other parties while maintaining a practical focus on evidence, procedure, and effective resolution of complex civil claims.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Thorpe Shwer, P.C.
• Member, State Bar of Arizona
• Member, Iowa State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Arizona
• Iowa

Education

• University of Iowa College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Northern Iowa
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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