Atty. James Forrest Miller

Atty. James Forrest Miller

James Forrest Miller is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, commercial litigation, elder law and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.B.A. degree from John B.

West Palm Beach West Palm Beach 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About James Forrest Miller at a glance

James Forrest Miller is a trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate attorney based in West Palm Beach, Florida. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in Florida (1983). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1981) and John B. Stetson University (B.B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in West Palm Beach, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Forrest Miller is a lawyer practicing probate & trust, commercial litigation, elder law and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.B.A. degree from John B. Stetson University in 1977, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices in West Palm Beach, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Forrest Miller's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

James Forrest Miller is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Florida →

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 Forrest Miller is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Forrest Miller is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Forrest Miller is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in West Palm Beach are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Forrest Miller

Where is James Forrest Miller's law office located?
James Forrest Miller's law practice is located in West Palm Beach, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Forrest Miller handle?
James Forrest Miller focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Forrest Miller practiced law?
James Forrest Miller has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Forrest Miller go to law school?
James Forrest Miller earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.B.A., 1977).
How can I contact James Forrest Miller for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Forrest Miller received?
James Forrest Miller's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1981
B.B.A.
John B. Stetson University
- 1977

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1983

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