Chris Merrill, Partner

Chris Merrill

Member Since 2023

Chris loves helping moms, dads and families with their estate planning. Chris’s goal is always to create an easy to understand family plan and make the process simple for everyone. As a parent, Chris knows that some family plans are straightforward, while others are unique and complicated. Either way, Chris wants to give families a peace of mind and create the right solution for them. In addition, Chris has extensive corporate experience which allows her to help small business owners in creating succession plans. Chris is married to her law partner, Tom Olsen, and together they have three sons, three daughters, three grandchildren and their dog Max. Chris loves spending time with her family.


Olsen Law Group, PA

Attorney Tom Olsen has practiced law and hosted his radio show for 40 years. Olsen Law Group offers free legal advice booklets to help you on common legal topics. At Olsen Law Group, we believe that life’s too short to be weighed down by legal issues. We’re here to help.

 
“Tom Olsen and his team are amazing. The service is so friendly, accommodating, and is truly excellent. We feel like we are in such good hands. We’ve been going to Mr. Olsen for years and highly recommend him.”
— Alana Degarmo

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