Atty. Christopher Miller

Atty. Christopher Miller

Christopher Miller is the founding attorney of The Miller Law Firm. He founded the firm based on the principles that everyone deserves compassionate counsel and aggressive representation.

Pasadena Pasadena 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Christopher Miller at a glance

Christopher Miller is a Principal based in Pasadena, California, practicing at The Miller Law Firm. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (2012). Educated at Southwestern Law School (J.D., 2012) and University of Southern California B.A. Psychology (—). Serands clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Christopher Miller is the founding attorney of The Miller Law Firm
  • He founded the firm based on the principles that everyone deserves compassionate counsel and aggressive representation
  • The firm focuses on criminal defense, ranging from simple misdemeanors to serious felonies, and also has a thriving personal injury practice
  • Christopher’s passion for criminal defense began at the young age of 8 when his father spoke to him of the racial injustice he faced as a young man growing up in West Philadelphia
  • It is this passion that drove Christopher to focus his practice on criminal defense, so that he could protect the rights of the vulnerable to ensure all are treated justly and equally under the law
  • He attended the University of Southern California, graduating with a B.A. in Psychology, and a minor in Law and Society
  • While at USC, his studies emphasized the areas of criminology and the psychology of wrongful convictions and prosecutorial misconduct
  • After graduating from USC, Chris attended Southwestern Law School in Los Angeles, California
  • Chris demonstrated his prowess in criminal defense by achieving the Witkin Award for Academic Excellence after receiving the highest grade in Criminal Procedure
  • He also received the Cali Award for highest grade in his Civil Torts course
  • Christopher immersed himself in the field of criminal defense, taking advanced criminal law courses
  • He also externed with the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s office where he experienced firsthand the vulnerabilities clients face when being accused of a crime
  • These experiences solidified his passion for fighting for and defending his clients against mistreatment by the police, prosecutors, and courts
  • Shortly after graduating law school Christopher opened his own practice where he could provide legal counsel to those in need
  • He understands the frustration and fear that goes along with being charged with a crime, and has developed an extensive criminal practice that offers compassionate counsel and aggressive representation to every one of his clients
  • Chris differentiates himself from other attorneys by providing attentive service, aimed at achieving the goals of each of his clients
  • The results speak for themselves, as Chris has obtained a number of awards for his results-oriented approach to the law, and stellar reviews from his clients
  • Some of these reviews can be found on the Client Testimonial page and list of awards can be found below: - Super Lawyers "Rising Star" 2019 - 2020
  • - Avvo Top Attorney Superb 10.0 Rating
  • - National Trial Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
  • - Avvo Clients' Choice Award 2017-2020
  • - Rated Best of Thumbtack
  • - Thumbtack Top Pro
  • - Lead Counsel Rated
  • - Top Attorney in Pasadena Magazine 2018-2020
  • - Recognized as "People Love Us on Yelp" for our 5 Star unparalleled reviews
  • Whether you are in need of an aggressive criminal defense attorney, or legal counsel to receive compensation for an accident, call The Miller Law Firm right away
  • Christopher will fight for you!

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher Miller's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher Miller handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Pasadena are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher Miller

Where is Christopher Miller's law office located?
Christopher Miller's law practice is located in Pasadena, California. The firm is The Miller Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher Miller handle?
Christopher Miller focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Christopher Miller practiced law?
Christopher Miller has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Christopher Miller go to law school?
Christopher Miller earned their education at (J.D., 2012); (—).
How can I contact Christopher Miller for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Criminal Defense Criminal Record Clean-Up DWI/DUI Defense Accessory / Aiding and Abetting / Conspiracy Assault with a Deadly Weapon Burglary Child Endangerment Dirk / Dagger Discharge of a Firearm DMV / Driver License Defense Domestic Battery Domestic Violence Related Offenses Drug Related Offenses DUI / DWI Defense Embezzlement Enhancements Failure to Register as a Sex Offender False Imprisonment Forgery & Fraud Gang Enhancements Grand Theft Auto Gun Charges Gun Enhancements Hit And Run Homicide Indecent Exposure Joyriding Juvenile Criminal Defense Kidnapping Lewd/Lascivious Conduct Manslaughter Manufacturing / Cultivation Misdemeanor and Felony Offenses Molestation Motion to Reduce Felony to Misd. (§17b Motion) Motion to Terminate Probation (§1203.3 Motion) Personal Injury Petition for Dismissal (§§1203.4 & 1203.43 Petiton) Petition to Seal Arrest Record (§851.91 Petition) Pimping/Pandering Possession for Sale Possession of a controlled substance Possession of a Weapon / Firearm Possession of Paraphernalia Prop 47 (§1170.18 Motion) Public Intoxication Rape Receiving Stolen Property Reckless Driving Record Clean Up Resisting Arrest/Obstruction of Justice Robbery Criminal Threats Sex Crime Related Offenses Spousal Assault Theft / Property Related Offenses Theft & Grand Theft Theft by False Pretense Traffic Related Offenses Transportation / Distribution of a Controlled Substance Trespass Vandalism Vehicle Code Offenses Violent Related Offenses Weapons Related Offenses White Collar Crime

Education

J.D.
Southwestern Law School
- 2012
University of Southern California B.A. Psychology
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2012

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