Atty. James Douglas Miller

Atty. James Douglas Miller

James Douglas Miller is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, trusts & estates, estate planning and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

San Diego San Diego 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About James Douglas Miller at a glance

James Douglas Miller is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at James D. Miller, APC. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1976), Washington (1979), U.S. Tax Court (1979), and California (1983). Educated at Washington University School of Law (LL.M, 1979) and Indiana University (B.S., 1973). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California Washington State State Bar Association. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Douglas Miller is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, trusts & estates, estate planning and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Indiana University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • James practices at James D. Miller, APC in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Douglas Miller's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Douglas Miller is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

James Douglas Miller is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

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 San Diego 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 James Douglas Miller

Where is James Douglas Miller's law office located?
James Douglas Miller's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is James D. Miller, APC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Douglas Miller handle?
James Douglas Miller focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Douglas Miller practiced law?
James Douglas Miller has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did James Douglas Miller go to law school?
James Douglas Miller earned their education at (LL.M, 1979); (B.S., 1973).
How can I contact James Douglas Miller for a consultation?
You can contact James Douglas Miller directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has James Douglas Miller received?
James Douglas Miller's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M
Washington University School of Law
- 1979
B.S.
Indiana University
- 1973

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1976
Washington
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1979
California
Admitted: 1983

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