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SEC Filings
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August 26, 2016 15-12B

FirstMerit FORM 15-12B

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 001-11267 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in i

August 26, 2016 15-12B

FirstMerit FORM 15-12B

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number: 001-11267 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in i

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 d241710ds8pos.htm FORM S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016. Registration No. 033-57557 Registration No. 033-63101 Registration No. 333-66129 Registration No. 333-72287 Registration No. 333-78953 Registration No. 333-120446 Registration No. 333-138624 Registration No. 333-156217 Registration No. 333-173628 Registration No. 333-175894 Registratio

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

Form S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016.

August 16, 2016 S-8 POS

FirstMerit FORM S-8 POS

Form S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016.

August 16, 2016 POS AM

FirstMerit POS AM

POS AM 1 d241716dposam.htm POS AM As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016 Registration No. 333-62567 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-62567 UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) OHIO

August 16, 2016 POS AM

FirstMerit POS AM

POS AM 1 d241716dposam.htm POS AM As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016 Registration No. 333-62567 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-3 REGISTRATION STATEMENT NO. 333-62567 UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter) OHIO

August 16, 2016 POSASR

FirstMerit POSASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016 Registration No.

August 16, 2016 POSASR

FirstMerit POSASR

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016 Registration No.

August 16, 2016 POSASR

FirstMerit POSASR

POSASR As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016 Registration No.

August 16, 2016 POSASR

FirstMerit POSASR

POSASR As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 16, 2016 Registration No.

August 16, 2016 EX-3.14

ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY DESIGNATING THE RIGHTS AND PREFERENCES 5.875% SERIES C NON-CUMULATIVE PERPETUAL PREFERRED STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED

Exhibit 3.14 Exhibit 3.14 ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY DESIGNATING THE RIGHTS AND PREFERENCES OF 5.875% SERIES C NON-CUMULATIVE PERPETUAL PREFERRED STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE OF HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED Huntington Bancshares Incorporated, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Maryland (the ?Corporation?), in accordance with the provisions of Section 2-208 of

August 16, 2016 EX-4.1

SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE

Exhibit 4.1 Exhibit 4.1 EXECUTION VERSION SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE THIS SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE (this “Second Supplemental Indenture”) is dated as of August 16, 2016, by and among Huntington Bancshares Incorporated, a Maryland corporation (“Huntington”), FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio corporation (“FirstMerit”) and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as trustee (the “Trustee”). REC

August 16, 2016 EX-3.2

CODE OF REGULATIONS FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION ARTICLE I MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS

EX-3.2 3 d226764dex32.htm EXHIBIT 3.2 Exhibit 3.2 CODE OF REGULATIONS OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION ARTICLE I MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS SECTION 1. ANNUAL MEETINGS — Annual meetings of shareholders for the election of directors, and for such other business as may be stated in the notice of the meeting, shall be held at such place, either within or without the State of Ohio, and at such time and date as

August 16, 2016 EX-3.1

AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION

Exhibit 3.1 Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION FIRST: The name of said corporation (which is hereinafter referred to as the “Corporation”) shall be FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION. SECOND: The place in the State of Ohio where its principal office is to be located is in the City of Akron in Summit County, but the Corporation may establish and maintain its pr

August 16, 2016 EX-3.2

CODE OF REGULATIONS FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION ARTICLE I MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS

EX-3.2 3 d226764dex32.htm EXHIBIT 3.2 Exhibit 3.2 CODE OF REGULATIONS OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION ARTICLE I MEETINGS OF SHAREHOLDERS SECTION 1. ANNUAL MEETINGS — Annual meetings of shareholders for the election of directors, and for such other business as may be stated in the notice of the meeting, shall be held at such place, either within or without the State of Ohio, and at such time and date as

August 16, 2016 8-K

Changes in Control of Registrant, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Other Events

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 16, 2016 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant Specified in Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

August 16, 2016 EX-4.1

SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE

Exhibit 4.1 Exhibit 4.1 EXECUTION VERSION SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE THIS SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE (this “Second Supplemental Indenture”) is dated as of August 16, 2016, by and among Huntington Bancshares Incorporated, a Maryland corporation (“Huntington”), FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio corporation (“FirstMerit”) and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as trustee (the “Trustee”). REC

August 16, 2016 8-K

Changes in Control of Registrant, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Other Events

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 16, 2016 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant Specified in Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission Fi

August 16, 2016 EX-3.1

AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION

Exhibit 3.1 Exhibit 3.1 AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION FIRST: The name of said corporation (which is hereinafter referred to as the “Corporation”) shall be FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION. SECOND: The place in the State of Ohio where its principal office is to be located is in the City of Akron in Summit County, but the Corporation may establish and maintain its pr

August 16, 2016 EX-99.1

HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION

EX-99.1 6 d226764dex991.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR RELEASE AT 5:00 A.M. TUESDAY, AUGUST 16, 2016 Media contact: Brent Wilder, ([email protected]) 614.480.5875 Investor Relations contact: Mark Muth, ([email protected]) 614.480.4720 HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION COLUMBUS, Ohio – Huntington Bancshares Incorporated today anno

August 16, 2016 EX-99.1

HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION

EX-99.1 6 d226764dex991.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR RELEASE AT 5:00 A.M. TUESDAY, AUGUST 16, 2016 Media contact: Brent Wilder, ([email protected]) 614.480.5875 Investor Relations contact: Mark Muth, ([email protected]) 614.480.4720 HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION COLUMBUS, Ohio – Huntington Bancshares Incorporated today anno

August 16, 2016 EX-3.14

ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY DESIGNATING THE RIGHTS AND PREFERENCES 5.875% SERIES C NON-CUMULATIVE PERPETUAL PREFERRED STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED

Exhibit 3.14 Exhibit 3.14 ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY DESIGNATING THE RIGHTS AND PREFERENCES OF 5.875% SERIES C NON-CUMULATIVE PERPETUAL PREFERRED STOCK, PAR VALUE $0.01 PER SHARE OF HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED Huntington Bancshares Incorporated, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Maryland (the ?Corporation?), in accordance with the provisions of Section 2-208 of

August 16, 2016 EX-99.25

EX-99.25

EX-99.25 2 ruleprovisionnotice.htm NOTIFICATION OF THE REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND REGISTRATION OF THE STATED SECURITIES The New York Stock Exchange hereby notifies the SEC of its intention to remove the entire class of the stated securities from listing and registration on the Exchange at the opening of business on August 29, 2016, pursuant to the provisions of Rule 12d2-2 (a). [ X ] 17 CFR 240.12d2

August 16, 2016 EX-99.25

EX-99.25

EX-99.25 2 ruleprovisionnotice.htm NOTIFICATION OF THE REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND REGISTRATION OF THE STATED SECURITIES The New York Stock Exchange hereby notifies the SEC of its intention to remove the entire class of the stated securities from listing and registration on the Exchange at the opening of business on August 29, 2016, pursuant to the provisions of Rule 12d2-2 (a). [ X ] 17 CFR 240.12d2

July 29, 2016 8-K

Other Events

8-K 1 d236063d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 29, 2016 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant Specified in Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporat

July 29, 2016 10-Q

FirstMerit 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q 1 a10q2qx2016xdoc.htm 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2016 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commiss

July 29, 2016 EX-10.1

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION 2011 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TIME-BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT

EX-10.1 2 ex10110qx2qx2016.htm EXHIBIT 10.1 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION 2011 EQUITY INCENTIVE PLAN TIME-BASED RESTRICTED STOCK UNIT AWARD AGREEMENT Effective as of the grant date specified on Exhibit A hereto (the “Grant Date”), FirstMerit Corporation (the “Company”) has granted to the individual identified on Exhibit A hereto (the “Participant”) an Award consisting of a number of time-based restricted

July 26, 2016 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a8kq2x2016xdoc.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 26, 2016 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incor

July 26, 2016 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2016 EPS Results

Exhibit FirstMerit Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2016 EPS Results Exhibit 99.

June 24, 2016 11-K

FirstMerit 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-11267 A. Full title of the Plan a

June 14, 2016 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 a8kjune13x2016xshrxvote.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 14, 2016 (June 13, 2016) FirstMerit Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or O

June 13, 2016 EX-99.1

HUNTINGTON, FIRSTMERIT SHAREHOLDERS APPROVE MERGER OF FIRSTMERIT INTO HUNTINGTON

EX-99.1 2 hban201606138kex991.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 13, 2016 Investor Relations contact: Mark Muth, ([email protected]) 614.480.4720 Media contact: Brent Wilder, ([email protected]) 614.480.5875 HUNTINGTON, FIRSTMERIT SHAREHOLDERS APPROVE MERGER OF FIRSTMERIT INTO HUNTINGTON AKRON, Ohio and COLUMBUS, Ohio - FirstMerit Corporation (NASDAQ:FMER; www.firstmerit.

June 13, 2016 425

FirstMerit 8-K (Prospectus)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) June 13, 2016 HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 1-34073 31-0724920 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporati

June 7, 2016 EX-99.1

SUPPLEMENT TO JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS

EX-99.1 2 d191745dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 SUPPLEMENT TO JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS FirstMerit Corporation (“FirstMerit”) and Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (“Huntington”) have made the following supplemental disclosures to the Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus of FirstMerit and Huntington, dated April 29, 2016 (the “Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus”), in connection with the propose

June 7, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

8-K 1 d191745d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 7, 2016 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of inco

June 7, 2016 EX-99.1

SUPPLEMENT TO JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 SUPPLEMENT TO JOINT PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS FirstMerit Corporation (?FirstMerit?) and Huntington Bancshares Incorporated (?Huntington?) have made the following supplemental disclosures to the Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus of FirstMerit and Huntington, dated April 29, 2016 (the ?Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus?), in connection with the proposed settlement of a putative c

June 7, 2016 425

FirstMerit FORM 8-K (Prospectus)

425 1 d191745d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 7, 2016 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of inco

June 1, 2016 425

Huntington Bancshares 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by Huntington Bancshares Incorporated pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

May 31, 2016 425

Huntington Bancshares 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by Huntington Bancshares Incorporated pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

May 2, 2016 10-Q

FirstMerit 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q 1 a10q1qx2016xdoc.htm 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2016 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commis

April 29, 2016 DEFM14A

FirstMerit DEFM14A

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) þ Defi

April 26, 2016 EX-99

FirstMerit Corporation Reports First Quarter 2016 EPS Results

EX-99 2 ex991q1x2016xdoc.htm EXHIBIT 99 FirstMerit Corporation Reports First Quarter 2016 EPS Results Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analyst: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports First Quarter 2016 EPS of $0.31 Per Share Quarterly Highlights include: •

April 26, 2016 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a8kq1x2016xdoc.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 26, 2016 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Inco

April 25, 2016 10-K/A

FirstMerit FORM 10-K/A (Annual Report)

10-K/A 1 d184423d10ka.htm FORM 10-K/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K/A (Amendment No. 1) x ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015 OR ¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to C

April 25, 2016 EX-99

GAAP RECONCILIATION

EX-99 Exhibit 99 GAAP RECONCILIATION Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2015 2014 2013 2012 Net income $ 229,484 $ 237,951 $ 183,684 $ 134,106 Adjustments to net income, net of tax Plus: Branch closure costs 1,932 2,568 676 ? Acquisition related charges ? 706 48,786 1,972 Restructure expenses 949 564 ? ? Total adjusted charges 2,881 3,838 49,462 1,972 Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) $ 2

April 20, 2016 425

Huntington Bancshares 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by Huntington Bancshares Incorporated pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

April 4, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 1 d172520d425.htm 425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.: 001- 11267 Date: April 4, 2016 The following communication was made available to employees of FirstMerit Corporation on April 4, 2016. Integrati

April 4, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 4, 2016 (April 1, 2016) FirstMerit Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.

March 31, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 30, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 29, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 23, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 18, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 17, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 15, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 14, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 10, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 10, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 1 d292584d425.htm 425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.: 001- 11267 Date: March 10, 2016 The following talking points for wealth customers were provided to certain employees of FirstMerit Corporation o

March 10, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 4, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 1, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 1, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

March 1, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

February 26, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

February 26, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

February 25, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

February 22, 2016 10-K

FirstMerit 10-K (Annual Report)

10-K 1 a10k2015x4qxdoc.htm 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission fi

February 22, 2016 EX-24

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY

EX-24 5 ex2410kx2015x4q.htm EXHIBIT 24 Exhibit 24 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned directors and officers of FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio corporation (the “Corporation”), which anticipates filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, under the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Corpor

February 22, 2016 EX-21

Direct and Indirect Operating Subsidiaries of FirstMerit Corporation

Exhibit 21 Direct and Indirect Operating Subsidiaries of FirstMerit Corporation v Citizens Savings Corporation of Stark County (Ohio)1 v FirstMerit Bank, National Association - Cascade Holdings (Illinois) - CPHCSUB, LLC (Ohio) - CREPD, LLC (Ohio) - DKG Audit Services, LLC - Cumberland Trail Golf Course LLC (Ohio)1 - FirstMerit Advisors, Inc.

February 22, 2016 EX-12

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION Computations of Consolidated Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges (unaudited) Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 Excluding Interest on Deposits: Fixed Charges: Interest Expense (excluding int

Exhibit 12 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION Computations of Consolidated Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges (unaudited) Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 Excluding Interest on Deposits: Fixed Charges: Interest Expense (excluding interest on deposits) $ 21,961 $ 21,022 $ 18,420 $ 5,580 $ 9,639 Interest Factor Within Rent Expense (1) 4,630 4,672 4,122 2,669 2,661 Total F

February 19, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

February 10, 2016 SC 13G/A

FMER / FirstMerit Corp. / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

firstmeritcorp.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 3 )* Name of issuer: FirstMerit Corp Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 337915102 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2015 Check the appropriate box to de

February 10, 2016 425

Huntington Bancshares 425 (Prospectus)

425 1 d139997d425.htm 425 Filed by Huntington Bancshares Incorporated pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.: 001-11267 Date: February 10, 2016 The following is a transcript of remarks by Huntington Bancshares Incorporated executives at the C

February 10, 2016 425

Huntington Bancshares 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by Huntington Bancshares Incorporated pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

January 28, 2016 425

Huntington Bancshares 8-K (Prospectus)

425 1 a16-289848k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K Current Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 28, 2016 (January 25, 2016) Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number : 1-34073

January 28, 2016 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 d126748d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 28, 2016 (January 25, 2016) FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 001- 11267 34-1339938 (State or ot

January 28, 2016 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED, FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION WEST SUBSIDIARY CORPORATION Dated as of January 25, 2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I THE MERGER 1.1 The Merger 2 1.2 Closing 2 1.3 Effective Time 2 1

EX-2.1 Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION VERSION AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED, FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION and WEST SUBSIDIARY CORPORATION Dated as of January 25, 2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I THE MERGER 1.1 The Merger 2 1.2 Closing 2 1.3 Effective Time 2 1.4 Effects of the Merger 2 1.5 Conversion of FirstMerit Common Stock 2 1.6 Dissenters Rights 3 1.7 FirstMerit

January 28, 2016 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED, FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION WEST SUBSIDIARY CORPORATION Dated as of January 25, 2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I THE MERGER 1.1 The Merger 2 1.2 Closing 2 1.3 Effective Time 2 1

EX-2.1 2 d126748dex21.htm EX-2.1 Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION VERSION AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED, FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION and WEST SUBSIDIARY CORPORATION Dated as of January 25, 2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I THE MERGER 1.1 The Merger 2 1.2 Closing 2 1.3 Effective Time 2 1.4 Effects of the Merger 2 1.5 Conversion of FirstMerit Common Stock 2 1.6 Dissente

January 28, 2016 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED, FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION WEST SUBSIDIARY CORPORATION Dated as of January 25, 2016

EX-2.1 2 a16-28984ex2d1.htm EX-2.1 Exhibit 2.1 EXECUTION VERSION AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED, FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION and WEST SUBSIDIARY CORPORATION Dated as of January 25, 2016 TABLE OF CONTENTS ARTICLE I THE MERGER 1.1 The Merger 2 1.2 Closing 2 1.3 Effective Time 2 1.4 Effects of the Merger 2 1.5 Conversion of FirstMerit Common Stock 2 1.6 Dissen

January 28, 2016 425

FirstMerit FORM 8-K (Prospectus)

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 28, 2016 (January 25, 2016) FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 001- 11267 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of i

January 26, 2016 EX-99.1

HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES TO STRENGTHEN MIDWEST FRANCHISE WITH FINANCIALLY AND STRATEGICALLY ACCRETIVE MERGER WITH FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION

Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 26, 2016 Analysts: Mark Muth ([email protected]), 614.480.4720 Media: Brent Wilder ([email protected]), 614.480.5875 Maureen Brown ([email protected]), 614.480.5512 HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES TO STRENGTHEN MIDWEST FRANCHISE WITH FINANCIALLY AND STRATEGICALLY ACCRETIVE MERGER WITH FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION Columbus, Ohio and Akron, Ohio

January 26, 2016 425

FirstMerit FORM 425 (Prospectus)

Form 425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

January 26, 2016 EX-99.3

HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES TO STRENGTHEN MIDWEST FRANCHISE WITH FINANCIALLY AND STRATEGICALLY ACCRETIVE MERGER WITH FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION

EX-99.3 4 d50431dex993.htm EX-99.3 Exhibit 99.3 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 26, 2016 Analysts: Mark Muth ([email protected]), 614.480.4720 Media: Brent Wilder ([email protected]), 614.480.5875 Maureen Brown ([email protected]), 614.480.5512 HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES TO STRENGTHEN MIDWEST FRANCHISE WITH FINANCIALLY AND STRATEGICALLY ACCRETIVE MERGER WITH FIRSTMERIT CORPORA

January 26, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

January 26, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

January 26, 2016 EX-99.2

Fourth Quarter 2015 Supplemental Information

EX-99.2 3 d50431dex992.htm EX-99.2 Fourth Quarter 2015 Supplemental Information January 26, 2016 FIRSTMERIT Corporation Exhibit 99.2 2 Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure This presentation may contain forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors affecting the banking industry, and specifically the financial condition and results of operations, including without limi

January 26, 2016 EX-99.3

HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES TO STRENGTHEN MIDWEST FRANCHISE WITH FINANCIALLY AND STRATEGICALLY ACCRETIVE MERGER WITH FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION

EX-99.3 4 d50431dex993.htm EX-99.3 Exhibit 99.3 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 26, 2016 Analysts: Mark Muth ([email protected]), 614.480.4720 Media: Brent Wilder ([email protected]), 614.480.5875 Maureen Brown ([email protected]), 614.480.5512 HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES TO STRENGTHEN MIDWEST FRANCHISE WITH FINANCIALLY AND STRATEGICALLY ACCRETIVE MERGER WITH FIRSTMERIT CORPORA

January 26, 2016 EX-99.2

Fourth Quarter 2015 Supplemental Information

EX-99.2 Fourth Quarter 2015 Supplemental Information January 26, 2016 FIRSTMERIT Corporation Exhibit 99.2 2 Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure This presentation may contain forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors affecting the banking industry, and specifically the financial condition and results of operations, including without limitation, statements relating

January 26, 2016 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2015 EPS Results

EX-99.1 2 d50431dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FirstMerit Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2015 EPS Results FirstMerit Reports Fourth Quarter 2015 EPS of $0.33 Per Share AKRON, OH—(Marketwired - January 26, 2016) - FirstMerit Corporation (NASDAQ: FMER) Quarterly Highlights include: • FirstMerit announces a merger between Huntington Bancshares Incorporated and FirstMerit Corporation • Profitabil

January 26, 2016 425

Huntington Bancshares 8-K (Prospectus)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 8-K Current Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 January 26, 2016 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) HUNTINGTON BANCSHARES INCORPORATED (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Commission file number : 1-34073 Maryland 31-0724920 (State of incorporation)

January 26, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

January 26, 2016 425

FirstMerit FORM 425 (Prospectus)

FirstMerit Employee Conference Call Script – Paul Greig & Steve Steinour Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

January 26, 2016 425

Huntington Bancshares 425 (Prospectus)

Filed by Huntington Bancshares Incorporated pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

January 26, 2016 425

Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425

Form 425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

January 26, 2016 425

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 26, 2016 FIRSTMERIT CORPO

425 1 d50431d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 26, 2016 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 001- 11267 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of

January 26, 2016 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2015 EPS Results

EX-99.1 2 d50431dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FirstMerit Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2015 EPS Results FirstMerit Reports Fourth Quarter 2015 EPS of $0.33 Per Share AKRON, OH—(Marketwired - January 26, 2016) - FirstMerit Corporation (NASDAQ: FMER) Quarterly Highlights include: • FirstMerit announces a merger between Huntington Bancshares Incorporated and FirstMerit Corporation • Profitabil

January 26, 2016 EX-99.2

Merger with FirstMerit Corporation Welcome January 26, 2015

Exhibit 99.2 Merger with FirstMerit Corporation Welcome January 26, 2015 Disclaimer 2 CAUTION REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This presentation may contain certain forward-looking statements, including certain plans, expectations, goals, projections, and statements about the benefits of the proposed transaction, the merger parties? plans, objectives, expectations and intentions, the expected

January 26, 2016 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 26, 2016 FIRSTMERIT CORPO

Form 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 26, 2016 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 001- 11267 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Comm

January 26, 2016 425

FirstMerit 425 (Prospectus)

425 Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: FirstMerit Corporation Commission File No.

October 30, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2015 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUAN

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2015 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-11267

October 27, 2015 EX-99.2

EX-99.2

October 27, 2015 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2015 EPS Results

EX-99.1 2 ex991q3x2015xdoc.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 FirstMerit Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2015 EPS Results Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analyst: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports Third Quarter 2015 EPS of $0.34 Per Share Quarterly Highlights include

October 27, 2015 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 27, 2015 FIRSTMERIT CORPOR

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 27, 2015 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

July 31, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2015 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2015 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-11267 (Exac

July 28, 2015 EX-99.2

EX-99.2

Second Quarter 2015 Earnings Conference Call Supplemental Information July 28, 2015 FIRSTMERIT Corporation2 Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure • This presentation may contain forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors affecting the banking industry, and specifically the financial condition and results of operations, including without limitation, statements relating to the earnings outlook of the Corporation, as well as its operations, markets and products.

July 28, 2015 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 28, 2015 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATI

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 28, 2015 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Nu

July 28, 2015 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2015 EPS Results

EX-99.1 2 ex991q2x2015xdoc.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 FirstMerit Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2015 EPS Results Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analyst: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports Second Quarter 2015 EPS of $0.33 Per Share Quarterly Highlights inclu

June 26, 2015 11-K

FirstMerit 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-11267 A. Full title of the Plan a

May 1, 2015 EX-3.2

SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED CODE OF REGULATIONS, AS AMENDED FirstMerit Corporation As of April 15, 2015 ARTICLE I

EX-3.2 2 ex3210qx1qx2015.htm EXHIBIT 3.2 Exhibit 3.2 SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED CODE OF REGULATIONS, AS AMENDED OF FirstMerit Corporation As of April 15, 2015 ARTICLE I SHAREHOLDER Section 1 - Annual Meeting. The Annual Meeting of the shareholders of the Corporation for the election of directors and for the transaction of such other business as may properly come before the meeting, shall be held

May 1, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2015 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2015 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-11267 (Exa

April 28, 2015 EX-99.2

EXHIBIT 99.2

First Quarter 2015 Earnings Conference Call Supplemental Information April 28, 2015 FIRSTMERIT Corporation2 Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure • This presentation may contain forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors affecting the banking industry, and specifically the financial condition and results of operations, including without limitation, statements relating to the earnings outlook of the Corporation, as well as its operations, markets and products.

April 28, 2015 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports First Quarter 2015 EPS Results

EX-99.1 2 ex991q1x2015xdoc.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 FirstMerit Corporation Reports First Quarter 2015 EPS Results Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analyst: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports First Quarter 2015 EPS of $0.33 Per Share Quarterly Highlights include

April 28, 2015 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 28, 2015 FIRSTMERIT CORPORAT

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 28, 2015 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File N

April 16, 2015 8-K/A

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 15, 2015 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporatio

April 15, 2015 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 a8k2015annualshmtgxdoc.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 15, 2015 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdictio

March 6, 2015 DEF 14A

FirstMerit DEF 14A

DEF 14A Proxy2015DOC UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 6, 2015 DEFA14A

FirstMerit DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 23, 2015 PRE 14A

FMER / FirstMerit Corp. PRE 14A - - PRE 14A

PRE 14A 1 proxy2015xdoc.htm PRE 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ý Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ý Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as pe

February 23, 2015 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTIO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-11267 (Exact name

February 23, 2015 EX-24

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 24 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned directors and officers of FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio corporation (the “Corporation”), which anticipates filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, under the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Corporation's fiscal year ended December 31, 2014 (the "Annual Report"), hereby constitute and appoint Terrence E.

February 23, 2015 EX-21

Direct and Indirect Operating Subsidiaries of FirstMerit Corporation

Exhibit 21 Direct and Indirect Operating Subsidiaries of FirstMerit Corporation v Citizens Savings Corporation of Stark County (Ohio) v FirstMerit Bank, National Association - Cascade Holdings (Illinois) - CPHCSUB, LLC (Ohio) - CREPD, LLC (Ohio) - Crestview Housing, LLC (Michigan) - Cumberland Trail Development LLC (Ohio) - Cumberland Trail Golf Course LLC (Ohio) - FirstMerit Advisors, Inc.

February 23, 2015 EX-12

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION Computations of Consolidated Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges (unaudited) Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Excluding Interest on Deposits: Fixed Charges: Interest Expense (excluding int

Exhibit 12 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION Computations of Consolidated Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges (unaudited) Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 Excluding Interest on Deposits: Fixed Charges: Interest Expense (excluding interest on deposits) $ 21,022 $ 18,420 $ 5,580 $ 9,639 $ 18,475 Interest Factor Within Rent Expense (1) 4,672 4,122 2,669 2,661 2,366 Total F

February 10, 2015 SC 13G/A

FMER / FirstMerit Corp. / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

firstmeritcorp.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 2 )* Name of issuer: FirstMerit Corp Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 337915102 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2014 Check the appropriate box to de

January 27, 2015 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 27, 2015 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

January 27, 2015 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2014 EPS Results

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2014 EPS Results Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analysts: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports Fourth Quarter 2014 EPS of $0.36 Per Share Quarterly Highlights include: • Profitability Sustained: 63rd consecu

January 27, 2015 EX-99.2

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January 16, 2015 EX-4.10

FIRST AMENDMENT THE FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION AND AFFILIATES EMPLOYEES' SALARY SAVINGS RETIREMENT PLAN (as amended and restated effective January 1, 2014)

FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION AND AFFILIATES EMPLOYEES' SALARY SAVINGS RETIREMENT PLAN (as amended and restated effective January 1, 2014) WHEREAS, FirstMerit Corporation ("Employer") has established The FirstMerit Corporation and Affiliates Employees' Salary Savings Retirement Plan (the "Plan") for the benefit of its eligible employees and the eligible employees of the Plan's Participating Employers; and WHEREAS, Section 18.

January 16, 2015 EX-4.9

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January 16, 2015 S-8 POS

FMER / FirstMerit Corp. S-8 POS - - S-8 POS

S-8 POS 1 s-8posjan915xdoc.htm S-8 POS As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 16, 2015 Registration No. 333-175894 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 POST-EFFECTIVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio (State

December 15, 2014 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K 1 d838294d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) December 10, 2014 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of

November 25, 2014 8-K

Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement of a Registrant

Form 8-k UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8–K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) November 25, 2014 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commi

November 4, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2014 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUAN

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2014 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-11267

October 28, 2014 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2014 EPS Results

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2014 EPS Results Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analysts: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports Third Quarter 2014 EPS of $0.37 Per Share Quarterly Highlights include: • Profitability Sustained: 62nd consecuti

October 28, 2014 EX-99.2

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October 28, 2014 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 28, 2014 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

September 12, 2014 8-K

Current Report

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August 11, 2014 8-K

Current Report

8-K 1 a8k20140811xtrupsredmxdoc.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 11, 2014 (August 7, 2014) FirstMerit Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 1-11267 34-1339938 (State o

August 11, 2014 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Announces Redemption of Certain Trust Preferred Securities

EX-99.1 2 ex9918kx20140811.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analysts: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Announces Redemption of Certain Trust Preferred Securities AKRON, Ohio, August 11, 2014 — FirstMerit Corporation (Nasdaq: FMER) announced t

August 1, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2014 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2014 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-11267 (Exac

July 22, 2014 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a8kq2x2014xdoc.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 22, 2014 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incor

July 22, 2014 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2014 EPS Results

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Second Quarter 2014 EPS Results Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analysts: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports Second Quarter 2014 EPS of $0.35 Per Share Quarterly Highlights include: • Profitability Sustained: 61st consecu

July 22, 2014 EX-99.2

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June 26, 2014 11-K

- 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-11267 A. Full title of the Plan a

June 26, 2014 CORRESP

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CORRESP 1 filename1.htm 3 Cascade Plaza Akron, Ohio 44308 (330) 996-6300 June 26, 2014 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, NE Washington, D.C. 20549 Attn: Mr. David Irving Re: FirstMerit Corporation Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 Filed February 25, 2014 File No. 001-11267 Dear Mr. Irving: This lette

June 20, 2014 CORRESP

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3 Cascade Plaza Akron, Ohio 44308 (330) 996-6300 June 20, 2014 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, NE Washington, D.C. 20549 Attn: Mr. David Irving Re: FirstMerit Corporation Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 Filed February 25, 2014 File No. 001-11267 Dear Mr. Irving: This letter confirms our discussio

May 5, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2014 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2014 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-11267 (Exa

April 22, 2014 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a8kq1x2014xdoc.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 22, 2014 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Inco

April 22, 2014 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports First Quarter 2014 EPS Results

FirstMerit Corporation Reports First Quarter 2014 EPS Results Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analysts: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports First Quarter 2014 EPS of $0.31 Per Share Quarterly Highlights include: • Profitability Sustained: 60th consecuti

April 22, 2014 EX-99.2

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April 17, 2014 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 a8k2014annualshmtgxdoc.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 16, 2014 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdictio

April 4, 2014 DEFA14A

- DEF 14A

DEFA14A 1 schedule14adefadditionalma.htm DEF 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ý Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: Preliminary Proxy Statement Confidential, for Use of the Commission On

March 7, 2014 DEF 14A

- DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ý Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ý Defin

March 7, 2014 DEFA14A

- DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 25, 2014 EX-21

Direct and Indirect Operating Subsidiaries of FirstMerit Corporation

Exhibit 21 Direct and Indirect Operating Subsidiaries of FirstMerit Corporation v Citizens Savings Corporation of Stark County (Ohio) v FirstMerit Bank, National Association - Cascade Holdings (Illinois) - CPHCSUB, LLC (Ohio) - CREPD, LLC (Ohio) - Crestview Housing, LLC (Michigan) - Cumberland Trail Development LLC (Ohio) - Cumberland Trail Golf Course LLC (Ohio) - FirstMerit Advisors, Inc.

February 25, 2014 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTIO

10-K 1 a10k2013xdoc.htm 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file

February 25, 2014 EX-24

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 24 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned directors and officers of FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio corporation (the ?Corporation?), which anticipates filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, under the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Corporation's fiscal year ended December 31, 2013 (the "Annual Report"), hereby constitute and appoint Judith A.

February 25, 2014 EX-12

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION Computations of Consolidated Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges (unaudited) Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 Excluding Interest on Deposits: Fixed Charges: Interest Expense (excluding int

Exhibit 12 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION Computations of Consolidated Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges (unaudited) Year Ended December 31, (Dollars in thousands) 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 Excluding Interest on Deposits: Fixed Charges: Interest Expense (excluding interest on deposits) $ 18,420 $ 5,580 $ 9,639 $ 18,475 $ 32,081 Interest Factor Within Rent Expense (a) 4,122 2,669 2,366 2,661 1,870 Total F

February 11, 2014 SC 13G/A

FMER / FirstMerit Corp. / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 firstmerit.htm SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 1 )* Name of issuer: FirstMerit Corp Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 337915102 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2013 Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which th

January 28, 2014 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a8kq4x2013xdoc.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) January 28, 2014 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of In

January 28, 2014 EX-99.2

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January 28, 2014 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2013 EPS Results

EX-99.1 2 ex991q4x2013xdoc.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 FirstMerit Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter 2013 EPS Results Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analysts: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports Fourth Quarter 2013 EPS of $0.33 Per Share Quarterly Highlights incl

December 20, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 19, 2013 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 1-11267 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

December 20, 2013 EX-10.1

AMENDMENT TO THE FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION AMENDED AND RESTATED SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLAN

Exhibit 10.1 AMENDMENT TO THE FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION AMENDED AND RESTATED SUPPLEMENTAL EXECUTIVE RETIREMENT PLAN WHEREAS, FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio corporation (the “Corporation”), adopted the FirstMerit Corporation Amended and Restated Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (the “Plan”), originally effective as of February 13, 1987, and amended and restated effective as of August 28, 1995,

December 6, 2013 8-K

Temporary Suspension of Trading Under Registrant's Employee Benefit Plans, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): December 6, 2013 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 0-10161 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.

December 6, 2013 EX-99.1

Important Notice of Blackout Period to Directors and Executive Officers FirstMerit Corporation

Exhibit 99.1 Important Notice of Blackout Period to Directors and Executive Officers FirstMerit Corporation December 6, 2013 Federal securities laws require FirstMerit to send you a notice whenever restrictions are imposed on your trading in FirstMerit Corporation’s equity securities due to a blackout of The FirstMerit Corporation and Affiliates Employees’ Salary Savings Retirement Plan (the “Sala

November 6, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2013 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUAN

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2013 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-11267

October 22, 2013 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 a8kq32013doc.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) October 22, 2013 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commis

October 22, 2013 EX-99.2

- EXHIBIT 99.2

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October 22, 2013 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2013 EPS Results

EX-99.1 2 ex991q32013doc.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 FirstMerit Corporation Reports Third Quarter 2013 EPS Results Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analysts: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports Third Quarter 2013 EPS of $0.23 Per Share Quarterly Highlights include:

September 30, 2013 CORRESP

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3 Cascade Plaza Akron, Ohio 44308 (330) 996-6300 September 30, 2013 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, NE Washington, D.C. 20549 Attn: Mr. Gus Rodriguez Re: FirstMerit Corporation Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012 Filed February 28, 2013 File No. 001-11267 Dear Mr. Rodriguez: This letter is in response to the c

August 6, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2013 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2013 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-11267 (Exac

July 23, 2013 EX-99.2

Second Quarter 2013 Earnings Conference Call Supplemental Information July 23, 2013 FIRSTMERIT Corporation Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure This presentation may contain forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors

EX-99.2 3 a2q13epsslidedeckjuly22u.htm INVESTOR DECK Second Quarter 2013 Earnings Conference Call Supplemental Information July 23, 2013 FIRSTMERIT Corporation Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure This presentation may contain forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors affecting the banking industry, and specifically the financial condition and results of operation

July 23, 2013 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Reports Second Quarter 2013 EPS of $0.29 Per Share Results include impact of Citizens merger from acquisition date Quarterly Highlights include:

EX-99.1 2 ex991q22013.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analysts: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports Second Quarter 2013 EPS of $0.29 Per Share Results include impact of Citizens merger from acquisition date Quarterly Highlights include:

July 23, 2013 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) July 23, 2013 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of Incorporatio

June 27, 2013 11-K

- 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) þ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number 001-11267 A. Full title of the Plan a

June 21, 2013 EX-4.3

CITIZENS REPUBLIC BANCORP 401(k) PLAN

EX-4.3 2 d555343dex43.htm EX-4.3 Exhibit 4.3 CITIZENS REPUBLIC BANCORP 401(k) PLAN Nonstandardized 401(k) Plan ADOPTION AGREEMENT #005 NONSTANDARDIZED 401(k) PLAN [Related Employers Only] The undersigned Employer, by executing this Adoption Agreement, establishes a retirement plan and trust (collectively “Plan”) under the Prudential Retirement Prototype Plan (basic plan document #03). The Employer

June 21, 2013 S-8

- S-8

S-8 1 d555343ds8.htm S-8 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 21, 2013 Registration No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or org

June 21, 2013 S-8

- FORM S-8

Form S-8 As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 21, 2013 Registration No.

June 21, 2013 EX-4.3

CITIZENS REPUBLIC BANCORP, INC. STOCK COMPENSATION PLAN (Amended, Restated and Renamed Effective March 19, 2012) TABLE OF CONTENTS Page I. GENERAL PROVISIONS 1 1.1 Establishment 1 1.2 Purpose 1 1.3 Definitions 1 1.4 Administration 6 1.5 Participants

EX-4.3 2 d547152dex43.htm EX-4.3 Exhibit 4.3 CITIZENS REPUBLIC BANCORP, INC. STOCK COMPENSATION PLAN (Amended, Restated and Renamed Effective March 19, 2012) TABLE OF CONTENTS Page I. GENERAL PROVISIONS 1 1.1 Establishment 1 1.2 Purpose 1 1.3 Definitions 1 1.4 Administration 6 1.5 Participants 7 1.6 Stock 7 1.7 Repricing 8 1.8 Code Section 409A 8 II. STOCK OPTIONS 8 2.1 Grant of Options 8 2.2 Ince

June 21, 2013 EX-24.1

FlRSTMERIT CORPORATION REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-8 POWER OF ATTORNEY

EX-24.1 Exhibit 24.1 FlRSTMERIT CORPORATION REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-8 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL BY THESE PRESENTS, that each of the undersigned directors and officers of FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio corporation (the “Registrant”), does hereby constitute and appoint each of Paul G. Greig, Terrence E. Bichsel and Carlton E. Langer, or any of them, each acting alone, as the true and lawf

June 21, 2013 EX-4.4

REPUBLIC BANCORP INC. 1998 STOCK OPTION PLAN

EX-4.4 3 d547152dex44.htm EX-4.4 Exhibit 4.4 REPUBLIC BANCORP INC. 1998 STOCK OPTION PLAN A. PURPOSE AND SCOPE 1. The purposes of this 1998 Stock Option Plan are to encourage stock ownership by key management employees of the Company and its Subsidiaries, to provide an incentive for such employees to expand and improve the profits and prosperity of the Company and its Subsidiaries, and to assist t

June 21, 2013 EX-24.1

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-8 POWER OF ATTORNEY

EX-24.1 7 d547152dex241.htm EX-24.1 Exhibit 24.1 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-8 POWER OF ATTORNEY KNOW ALL BY THESE PRESENTS, that each of the undersigned directors and officers of FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio corporation (the “Registrant”), does hereby constitute and appoint each of Paul G. Greig, Terrence E. Bichsel and Carlton E. Langer, or any of them, each acting

May 3, 2013 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2013 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-Q X QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2013 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file number: 001-11267 (Exa

May 3, 2013 EX-3.1

SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION FirstMerit Corporation as amended January 28, 2013

EX-3.1 2 ex31secondamendedrestedart.htm EXHIBIT Exhibit 3.1 SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF FirstMerit Corporation as amended January 28, 2013 FIRST: The name of the Corporation shall be FirstMerit Corporation. SECOND: The place in Ohio where its principal office is to be located is in the City of Akron in Summit County, but the Corporation may establish and maintain its p

April 23, 2013 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Reports First Quarter 2013 EPS of $0.33 Per Share Quarterly Highlights include:

EX-99.1 2 ex991q12013.htm EXHIBIT Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analysts: Thomas O’Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Reports First Quarter 2013 EPS of $0.33 Per Share Quarterly Highlights include: • Sustained profitability: 56th consecutive quarter of profitability.

April 23, 2013 8-K

Results of Operations and Financial Condition - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8‑K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) April 23, 2013 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Ohio 001-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Employer of Incorporati

April 23, 2013 EX-99.2

First Quarter 2013 Earnings Conference Call Supplemental Information April 23, 2013 FIRSTMERIT Corporation Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure This presentation may contain forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors

EX-99.2 3 a1q13epsslidedeckapril23.htm EXHIBIT2 First Quarter 2013 Earnings Conference Call Supplemental Information April 23, 2013 FIRSTMERIT Corporation Forward-Looking Statements Disclosure This presentation may contain forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors affecting the banking industry, and specifically the financial condition and results of operations, in

April 12, 2013 POS EX

- POS EX

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 12, 2013 Registration Number: 333-185121 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

April 12, 2013 8-K

Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

8-K 1 a8kcrbcclosing41213xdoc.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 12, 2013 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Ohio 0-10161 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction o

April 12, 2013 EX-8.3

April 12, 2013

EX-8.3 Exhibit 8.3 April 12, 2013 FirstMerit Corporation 106 South Main Street Akron, Ohio 44308 Attention: General Counsel Ladies and Gentlemen: Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”), dated as of September 12, 2012, by and between Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc. (“Target”), a Michigan corporation, and FirstMerit Corporation (“Acquiror”), an Ohio corporation, Target

April 12, 2013 EX-8.4

California | Illinois | Michigan | Minnesota | North Carolina | Texas | Washington D.C.

EX-8.4 Exhibit 8.4 Dykema Gossett PLLC 400 Renaissance Center Detroit, Michigan 48243 WWW.DYKEMA.COM Tel: (313) 568-6800 Fax: (313) 568-6735 April 12, 2013 Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc. 328 S. Saginaw Street Flint, Michigan 48502 Ladies and Gentlemen: You have requested our opinion as counsel to Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) as to whether the merger (the “Merger”) of the Compan

April 12, 2013 EX-99.1

FirstMerit Completes Acquisition of Citizens Republic Bancorp

EX-99.1 3 ex991pressreleasex41213.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 PRESS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FirstMerit Corporation Analysts: Thomas O'Malley/Investor Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7109 Media Contact: Robert Townsend/Media Relations Officer Phone: 330.384.7075 FirstMerit Completes Acquisition of Citizens Republic Bancorp • Transaction forms 6th largest bank headquartered in Midwest • Fir

April 5, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

8-K 1 d517105d8k.htm FORM 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 5, 2013 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Ohio 1-11267 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporati

April 5, 2013 EX-10.1

FirstMerit Corporation 2013 Annual Incentive Plan Effective January 1, 2013

EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 FirstMerit Corporation 2013 Annual Incentive Plan Effective January 1, 2013 Contents Article 1. Establishment, Purpose, and Duration 1 Article 2. Definitions 1 Article 3. Administration 5 Article 4. Eligibility and Participation 6 Article 5. Awards 6 Article 6. Awards Not Assignable or Transferable 7 Article 7. Performance Measures 7 Article 8. Beneficiary Designation 9 Articl

March 21, 2013 DEFA14A

- DEFA14A

DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

March 1, 2013 424B3

MERGER PROPOSED—YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT

424B3 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(3) Registration No. 333-185121 MERGER PROPOSED—YOUR VOTE IS VERY IMPORTANT Dear Shareholder: On September 13, 2012, FirstMerit Corporation and Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc. announced a strategic business combination in which Citizens will merge with and into FirstMerit. The combined company, which will retain the FirstMerit name, will have ap

February 28, 2013 EX-24

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 24 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned directors and officers of FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio corporation (the “Corporation”), which anticipates filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, under the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Corporation's fiscal year ended December 31, 2012 (the "Annual Report"), hereby constitute and appoint Judith A.

February 28, 2013 S-4/A

- S-4/A

Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 28, 2013 Registration Number: 333-185121 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

February 28, 2013 EX-21

Direct and Indirect Operating Subsidiaries of FirstMerit Corporation

Exhibit 21 Direct and Indirect Operating Subsidiaries of FirstMerit Corporation v Citizens Savings Corporation of Stark County (Ohio) v FirstMerit Bank, National Association - Cascade Holdings (Illinois) - CPHCSUB, LLC (Ohio) - CREPD, LLC (Ohio) - Cumberland Trail Development LLC (Ohio) - Cumberland Trail Golf Course LLC (Ohio) - FirstMerit Advisors, Inc.

February 28, 2013 EX-10.9

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION DIRECTOR DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN Page ARTICLE 1 -Purposes 2.1 Accounts 1 2.2 Affiliates 1 2.3 Aggregated Plan 1 2.4 Asset Account 1 2.5 Beneficiary 2 2.6 Board 2 2.7 Business Day 2 2.8 Cash Account 2 2.9 Closing Price 2 2.10

EX-10.9 2 ex109-201210kdirdefcomp.htm EXHIBIT EXHIBIT 10.9 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION DIRECTOR DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN Page ARTICLE 1 -Purposes 2.1 Accounts 1 2.2 Affiliates 1 2.3 Aggregated Plan 1 2.4 Asset Account 1 2.5 Beneficiary 2 2.6 Board 2 2.7 Business Day 2 2.8 Cash Account 2 2.9 Closing Price 2 2.10 Code 2 2.11 Committee 2 2.12 Common Stock 2 2.13 Compensation 2 2.14 Corporation 2 2.15 De

February 28, 2013 EX-99.3

CONSENT OF J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES LLC

EX-99.3 5 d413239dex993.htm EX-99.3 Exhibit 99.3 CONSENT OF J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES LLC We hereby consent to (i) the use of our opinion letter dated September 12, 2012 to the Board of Directors of Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc. (“Citizens”) included in Appendix C to the joint proxy statement/prospectus relating to the proposed merger of Citizens and FirstMerit Corporation, which is part of Amendme

February 28, 2013 EX-24.1

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-4

EX-24.1 4 d413239dex241.htm EX-24.1 Exhibit 24.1 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-4 Each of the undersigned directors and officers of FirstMerit Corporation., an Ohio corporation (the “Registrant”), hereby constitutes and appoints each of Paul G. Greig, Terrence E. Bichsel, Judith A. Steiner and Mark N. DuHamel with full power of substitution and resubstitu

February 28, 2013 EX-99.4

CONSENT OF RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC

EX-99.4 6 d413239dex994.htm EX-99.4 Exhibit 99.4 CONSENT OF RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC February 28, 2013 The Board of Directors FirstMerit Corporation III Cascade Plaza, 7th Floor Akron, OH 44308 Re: Registration Statement of FirstMerit Corporation on Form S-4 Members of the Board: We hereby consent to (i) the inclusion of our opinion dated September 12, 2012 appearing as Appendix B to the Registrat

February 28, 2013 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTIO

10-K 1 fmer10kx2012.htm 10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Form 10-K ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012 OR TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission file

February 28, 2013 8-A12B

- FORM 8-A12B

Form 8-A12B UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-A FOR REGISTRATION OF CERTAIN CLASSES OF SECURITIES PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 34-1339938 (State of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) III Cascade P

February 27, 2013 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): February 27, 2013 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Ohio 0-10161 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.

February 27, 2013 EX-99.1

Boston Bank Conference February 27-28, 2013 FIRSTMERIT Corporation This presentation contains forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors affecting the banking industry, and specifically the financial condition and resu

EX-99.1 2 kbwpresentationbostonfeb.htm INVESTOR PRESENTATION Boston Bank Conference February 27-28, 2013 FIRSTMERIT Corporation This presentation contains forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors affecting the banking industry, and specifically the financial condition and results of operations, including without limitation, statements relating to the earnings outl

February 26, 2013 EX-10.2

FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED DISPLACEMENT AGREEMENT

EX-10.2 3 d492740dex102.htm EX-10.2 Exhibit 10.2 FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED DISPLACEMENT AGREEMENT This First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Displacement Agreement (this “Amendment”) is entered into on the 21st day of February, 2013, by and between FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio Company (the “Company”), and Paul Greig (the “Executive”). RECITALS A. The Company and the Exec

February 26, 2013 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 d492740d8k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 21, 2013 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 0-10161 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of incorp

February 26, 2013 EX-10.1

FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED CHANGE IN CONTROL TERMINATION AGREEMENT

EX-10.1 2 d492740dex101.htm EX-10.1 Exhibit 10.1 FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED CHANGE IN CONTROL TERMINATION AGREEMENT This First Amendment to the Amended and Restated Change in Control Termination Agreement (this “Amendment”) is entered into on the 21st day of February, 2013, by and between FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio Company (the “Company”), and Paul Greig (the “Executive”). RE

February 25, 2013 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 19, 2013 FirstMerit Corproation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 0-10161 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

February 21, 2013 EX-8.4

[Form of Closing Tax Opinion] Dykema Gossett PLLC 400 Renaissance Center Detroit, Michigan 48243 WWW.DYKEMA.COM Tel: (313) 568-6800 Fax: (313) 568-6735

EX-8.4 Exhibit 8.4 [Form of Closing Tax Opinion] Dykema Gossett PLLC 400 Renaissance Center Detroit, Michigan 48243 WWW.DYKEMA.COM Tel: (313) 568-6800 Fax: (313) 568-6735 [date] Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc. 328 S. Saginaw Street Flint, Michigan 48502 Ladies and Gentlemen: You have requested our opinion as counsel to Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) as to whether the merger (the “

February 21, 2013 EX-24.1

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-4

EX-24.1 Exhibit 24.1 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION POWER OF ATTORNEY REGISTRATION STATEMENT ON FORM S-4 Each of the undersigned directors and officers of FirstMerit Corporation., an Ohio corporation (the “Registrant”), hereby constitutes and appoints each of Paul G. Greig, Terrence E. Bichsel, Judith A. Steiner and Mark N. DuHamel with full power of substitution and resubstitution, as the true and lawful

February 21, 2013 EX-99.5

AMENDED AND RESTATED CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT

EX-99.5 15 d413239dex995.htm EX-99.5 Exhibit 99.5 AMENDED AND RESTATED CHANGE IN CONTROL AGREEMENT This Amended and Restated Change in Control Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made by and between FirstMerit Corporation (the “Corporation”), successor by merger to Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc. (“Citizens”), and (the “Executive”) (together, the “Parties”). The effective date of this Agreement shall

February 21, 2013 EX-99.3

CONSENT OF J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES LLC

EX-99.3 13 d413239dex993.htm EX-99.3 Exhibit 99.3 CONSENT OF J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES LLC We hereby consent to (i) the use of our opinion letter dated September 12, 2012 to the Board of Directors of Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc. (“Citizens”) included in Appendix C to the joint proxy statement/prospectus relating to the proposed merger of Citizens and FirstMerit Corporation, which is part of Amendm

February 21, 2013 EX-99.1

Preliminary Copy VOTE BY INTERNET - www.proxyvote.com Use the Internet to transmit your voting instructions and for electronic delivery of information up until 11:59 P.M. Eastern Time the day before the cut-off date or meeting date. Have your proxy c

EX-99.1 11 d413239dex991.htm EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Preliminary Copy VOTE BY INTERNET - www.proxyvote.com Use the Internet to transmit your voting instructions and for electronic delivery of information up until 11:59 P.M. Eastern Time the day before the cut-off date or meeting date. Have your proxy card in hand when you access the web site and follow the instructions to obtain your records and to c

February 21, 2013 EX-99.4

CONSENT OF RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC

EX-99.4 Exhibit 99.4 CONSENT OF RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC February 20, 2013 The Board of Directors FirstMerit Corporation III Cascade Plaza, 7th Floor Akron, OH 44308 Re: Registration Statement of FirstMerit Corporation on Form S-4 Members of the Board: We hereby consent to (i) the inclusion of our opinion dated September 12, 2012 appearing as Appendix B to the Registration Statement of FirstMerit

February 21, 2013 S-4/A

- S-4/A

S-4/A Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 21, 2013 Registration Number: 333-185121 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

February 21, 2013 EX-10.54

SECURITIES PURCHASE AGREEMENT by and among THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION CITIZENS REPUBLIC BANCORP, INC. Dated as of February 19, 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I DEFINITIONS 2 Section 1.01 Definitions of C

EX-10.54 Exhibit 10.54 SECURITIES PURCHASE AGREEMENT by and among THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION and CITIZENS REPUBLIC BANCORP, INC. Dated as of February 19, 2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I DEFINITIONS 2 Section 1.01 Definitions of Certain Terms 2 Section 1.02 Interpretation 4 ARTICLE II THE SECURITIES PURCHASE 5 Section 2.01 The Securities Purchase and

February 21, 2013 EX-99.2

PRELIMINARY COPY ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION April 5, 2013 IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF PROXY MATERIALS FOR THE SHAREHOLDER MEETING TO BE HELD ON APRIL 5, 2013 The Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus, Form

Exhibit 99.2 PRELIMINARY COPY ANNUAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION April 5, 2013 COMMON IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF PROXY MATERIALS FOR THE SHAREHOLDER MEETING TO BE HELD ON APRIL 5, 2013 The Joint Proxy Statement/Prospectus, Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2012 and the 2012 Annual Report to Shareholders are available at http://www.proxydocs.com/fme

February 21, 2013 EX-8.3

[Form of Closing Tax Opinion] [ ] [ ], 2013

EX-8.3 Exhibit 8.3 [Form of Closing Tax Opinion] [ ] [ ], 2013 FirstMerit Corporation 106 South Main Street Akron, Ohio 44308 Attention: General Counsel Ladies and Gentlemen: Pursuant to the Agreement and Plan of Merger (the “Merger Agreement”), dated as of September 12, 2012, by and between Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc. (“Target”), a Michigan corporation, and FirstMerit Corporation (“Acquiror”)

February 13, 2013 SC 13G

FMER / FirstMerit Corp. / VANGUARD GROUP INC Passive Investment

firstmeritcorp.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 Schedule 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.: 0 )* Name of issuer: FirstMerit Corp Title of Class of Securities: Common Stock CUSIP Number: 337915102 Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement: December 31, 2012 Check the appropriate box to de

February 4, 2013 EX-4.2

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION, WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Dated as of February 4, 2013 Dated as of February 4, 2013 4.350% SUBORDINATED NOTES DUE 2023 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I DEFINITIONS 2 Section 1.1 Definitions 2 ARTICLE II GENERAL T

EX-4.2 Exhibit 4.2 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION, Company, AND WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Trustee FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE Dated as of February 4, 2013 TO SUBORDINATED NOTES INDENTURE Dated as of February 4, 2013 4.350% SUBORDINATED NOTES DUE 2023 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I DEFINITIONS 2 Section 1.1 Definitions 2 ARTICLE II GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE NOTES 2 Section 2.1 De

February 4, 2013 EX-1.2

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (an Ohio corporation) 4.350% Subordinated Notes due 2023 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT

EX-1.2 Exhibit 1.2 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (an Ohio corporation) $250,000,000 4.350% Subordinated Notes due 2023 UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT January 28, 2013 Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated RBC Capital Markets, LLC Barclays Capital Inc. Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC As Representatives of the several Underwriters c/o Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated One Bryant Pa

February 4, 2013 EX-4.4

FirstMerit Corporation INCORPORATED UNDER THE LAWS OF CUSIP 337915 409 THE STATE OF OHIO SEE REVERSE FOR CERTAIN DEFINITIONS THIS CERTIFIES THAT IS THE OWNER OF SHARES OF

EX-4.4 Exhibit 4.4 PREFERRED SHARES PREFERRED SHARES NUMBER SHARES PA-1 FirstMerit Corporation INCORPORATED UNDER THE LAWS OF CUSIP 337915 409 THE STATE OF OHIO SEE REVERSE FOR CERTAIN DEFINITIONS THIS CERTIFIES THAT IS THE OWNER OF SHARES OF FULLY PAID AND NONASSESSABLE 5.875% NON-CUMULATIVE PERPETUAL PREFERRED STOCK, SERIES A, WITHOUT PAR VALUE ($1000 LIQUIDATION PREFERENCE PER SHARE), OF FirstM

February 4, 2013 EX-4.3

DEPOSIT AGREEMENT

EX-4.3 Exhibit 4.3 DEPOSIT AGREEMENT DEPOSIT AGREEMENT, dated as of February 4, 2013, between FirstMerit Corporation, an Ohio corporation, and American Stock Transfer & Trust Company, LLC, a New York limited liability trust company, as Depositary, and all holders from time to time of Depositary Shares (as hereinafter defined). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, it is desired to provide, as hereinafter set forth

February 4, 2013 EX-4.1

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION, an Ohio corporation, as Issuer Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee Dated as of February 4, 2013 Subordinated Debt Securities

EX-4.1 Exhibit 4.1 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION, an Ohio corporation, as Issuer and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as Trustee SUBORDINATED INDENTURE Dated as of February 4, 2013 Subordinated Debt Securities Reconciliation and tie between Trust Indenture Act of 1939, as amended, and Subordinated Indenture, dated as of February 4, 2013. Trust Indenture Act Section Indenture Section Section 310 (a

February 4, 2013 EX-3.1

CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT BY DIRECTORS TO THE SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION

EX-3.1 Exhibit 3.1 CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT BY DIRECTORS TO THE SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION The Board of Directors (the “Board”) of the FirstMerit Corporation (the “Corporation”), in accordance with the Corporation’s Second Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation, as amended (the “Articles”), and Code of Regulations and applicable law, at

February 4, 2013 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events - 8-K

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 31, 2013 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Ohio 1-10161 34-1339938 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File

February 4, 2013 EX-1.1

FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (an Ohio corporation) 4,000,000 Depositary Shares Each Representing 1/40th Interest in a Share of 5.875% Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A, without par value UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT

EX-1.1 Exhibit 1.1 FIRSTMERIT CORPORATION (an Ohio corporation) 4,000,000 Depositary Shares Each Representing 1/40th Interest in a Share of 5.875% Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A, without par value UNDERWRITING AGREEMENT January 28, 2013 Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated RBC Capital Markets, LLC Barclays Capital Inc. Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC As Represe

January 30, 2013 424B5

CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE Title of Each Class of Securities to Be Registered Amount To Be Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Proposed Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Amount of Registration Fee(1) Depositary Shares Each Represe

424B5 1 d473582d424b5.htm 424B5 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-185132 CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE Title of Each Class of Securities to Be Registered Amount To Be Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price Per Unit Proposed Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Amount of Registration Fee(1) Depositary Shares Each Representing 1/40 of a Share of 5.875% Non-Cum

January 30, 2013 424B5

CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE Title of Each Class of Securities to be Registered Amount to be Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price per Unit Proposed Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Amount of Registration Fee(1) 4.350% Subordinated Notes due

424B5 1 d446496d424b5.htm 424B5 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-185132 CALCULATION OF REGISTRATION FEE Title of Each Class of Securities to be Registered Amount to be Registered Proposed Maximum Offering Price per Unit Proposed Maximum Aggregate Offering Price Amount of Registration Fee(1) 4.350% Subordinated Notes due 2023 $250,000,000 99.968% $249,920,000

January 28, 2013 424B5

Subject to Completion Preliminary Prospectus Supplement dated January 28, 2013

424B5 1 d446496d424b5.htm 424B5 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-185132 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed. A registration statement relating to the securities has become effective under the Securities Act of 1933. This preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus are not an offer

January 28, 2013 424B5

Subject to Completion Preliminary Prospectus Supplement dated January 28, 2013

424B5 1 d473582d424b5.htm 424B5 Table of Contents Filed Pursuant to Rule 424(b)(5) Registration No. 333-185132 The information in this preliminary prospectus supplement is not complete and may be changed. A registration statement relating to the securities has become effective under the Securities Act of 1933. This preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus are not an offer

January 28, 2013 FWP

Final Term Sheet Depositary Shares, Each Representing a 1/40th Interest in a Share of Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A, without par value Issuer: FirstMerit Corporation Security: Depositary shares (the “Depositary Shares”), each rep

FWP 1 d473582dfwp.htm DEPOSITARY SHARES Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration No. 333-185132 January 28, 2013 Final Term Sheet Depositary Shares, Each Representing a 1/40th Interest in a Share of Non-Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock, Series A, without par value Issuer: FirstMerit Corporation Security: Depositary shares (the “Depositary Shares”), each representing a 1/40th interest in a share

January 28, 2013 FWP

Final Term Sheet 4.350% Subordinated Notes due 2023 Issuer: FirstMerit Corporation Security: $250 million aggregate principal amount of 4.350% subordinated notes due 2023 Maturity: February 4, 2023 Interest Rate: 4.350% per year Interest Payment Date

FWP Filed Pursuant to Rule 433 Registration No. 333-185132 January 28, 2013 Final Term Sheet $250,000,000 4.350% Subordinated Notes due 2023 Issuer: FirstMerit Corporation Security: $250 million aggregate principal amount of 4.350% subordinated notes due 2023 Maturity: February 4, 2023 Interest Rate: 4.350% per year Interest Payment Dates: 4th day of February and August of each year, commencing on

January 23, 2013 EX-99.1

January 2013

EX-99.1 2 d472036dex991.htm EX-99.1 January 2013 Fixed Income Investor Presentation Exhibit 99.1 1 Forward-looking Statement Disclosure This presentation contains forward-looking statements relating to present or future trends or factors affecting the banking industry, and specifically the financial condition and results of operations, including without limitation, statements relating to the earni

January 23, 2013 8-K

Regulation FD Disclosure, Financial Statements and Exhibits - 8-K

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 23, 2013 FirstMerit Corporation (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Ohio 0-10161 34-1339938 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission F

January 23, 2013 425

Merger Prospectus - 425

425 January 2013 Fixed Income Investor Presentation Filed by FirstMerit Corporation Pursuant to Rule 425 Under the Securities Act of 1933 And Deemed Filed Pursuant to Rule 14a-12 Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Citizens Republic Bancorp, Inc.

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