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Nicole Delane Cooper Merrill
Walker, Billingsley & Bair • Ankeny, IA
Workers CompensationEstate PlanningPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(515) 218-7640
Address
2605 SW White Birch, Ankeny, IA, 50023, US
Professional
About
Nicole Delane Cooper Merrill is a dedicated attorney based in Ankeny, Iowa, specializing in estate planning and personal injury law. Since graduating from Drake Law School in 2008, Nicole has committed herself to providing exceptional legal services to Iowans across various legal domains. Her practice primarily focuses on workers' compensation and personal injury cases, including those resulting from car, truck, and motorcycle accidents, as well as comprehensive estate planning solutions. Growing up in Mitchellville, a small town in eastern Polk County, Nicole cultivated her passion for helping others early in life. She graduated from Southeast Polk High School and worked through college and law school as a lifeguard and waitress, fostering a strong work ethic and a deep understanding of the challenges many individuals face. Nicole's legal career reflects her unwavering commitment to advocacy, demonstrated through her provision of pro bono legal services to underserved clients and her former roles as a Civil Rights Specialist and Administrative Law Judge with the State of Iowa. At Walker, Billingsley & Bair, Nicole is proud to extend her expertise to assist clients in navigating the complexities of personal injury claims and estate planning matters. She understands the importance of personalized legal guidance and strives to empower her clients with the knowledge and support they need to make informed decisions about their futures. With a genuine dedication to her community and a wealth of experience, Nicole Delane Cooper Merrill is a trusted ally for Iowans seeking compassionate and effective legal representation.
About Workers Compensation Law
Workers' compensation attorneys help injured workers obtain benefits for workplace injuries. They navigate the claims process and fight for fair compensation. Common matters include workplace injuries, occupational illness, denied claims, disability benefits.
Credentials
Education
2008 Drake University Law School JD - Juris Doctor 2004 Drake University B.A.,
Recognition & Involvement
Publications
2015 Iowa Civil Rights History Toolkit Iowa Civil Rights History Toolkit
Associations
2021 - Present Iowa Association for Justice Member 2013 - Present Iowa Organization of Women Attorneys Past Secretary 2019 - 2021 Iowa Association of Administrative Law Judges Member
Speaking
2020 Unemployment Hearings in the Time of COVID CARES Act Unemployment Benefits 2015 Iowa Civil Rights Symposium Sexual Harassment/Discrimination 2014 Iowa Civil Rights Symposium Ethics 2012 Iowa Law Enforcement Academy Training Working with sexual assault survivors
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Updated: Oct 02, 2026