Atty. John Stewart Miles

Atty. John Stewart Miles

John Stewart Miles is a lawyer practicing tax exempt organizations, election and campaign finance, business law and 7 other areas of law. John received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years.

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Profile Summary

About John Stewart Miles at a glance

John Stewart Miles is an Of Counsel based in Vienna, Virginia, practicing at William J. Olson, P.C.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, tax, tax litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1973), Maryland (1976), U.S. Supreme Court (1978), and U.S. Tax Court U.S. Courts of Appeals for the District of Columbia, Fourth, Sixth, Tenth and Elevent (1989). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1972) and College of the Holy Cross (A.B. Indiana, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Virginia State Bar Maryland State Bar American Bar Association. Provides legal services in French. Serands clients in Vienna, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Stewart Miles is a lawyer practicing tax exempt organizations, election and campaign finance, business law and 7 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • John practices at William J. Olson, P.C. in Vienna, VA

Practice Areas Explained

John Stewart Miles's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Tax Law

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

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Tax Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Stewart Miles

Where is John Stewart Miles's law office located?
John Stewart Miles's law practice is located in Vienna, Virginia. The firm is William J. Olson, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Stewart Miles handle?
John Stewart Miles focuses on business, tax, tax litigation, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has John Stewart Miles practiced law?
John Stewart Miles has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
What languages does John Stewart Miles speak?
John Stewart Miles provides legal services in French. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did John Stewart Miles go to law school?
John Stewart Miles earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (A.B. Indiana, 1967).
How can I contact John Stewart Miles for a consultation?
You can contact John Stewart Miles 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 John Stewart Miles received?
John Stewart Miles's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1972
A.B. Indiana
College of the Holy Cross
- 1967

Languages

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973
Maryland
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978
U.S. Tax Court U.S. Courts of Appeals for the District of Columbia, Fourth, Sixth, Tenth and Elevent
Admitted: 1989
Virginia
Admitted: 1992

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