Atty. Karla C. Miller

Atty. Karla C. Miller

Having practiced law in Tennessee for more than 17 years, Attorney Karla C. Miller offers her clients knowledge and insight gathered over the course of her lengthy career.

Nashville Nashville 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Karla C. Miller at a glance

Karla C. Miller is a Member based in Nashville, Tennessee, practicing at Miller Upshaw Family Law, PLLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on divorce, car accidents, child custody, personal injury, and family law. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1996) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee (1996). Educated at Nashville School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Auburn University (B.S., 1985). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Nashville and American Bar Associations The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Having practiced law in Tennessee for more than 17 years, Attorney Karla C. Miller offers her clients knowledge and insight gathered over the course of her lengthy career
  • She is respected by the Nashville legal community, and her ability to read people and think strategically contributes to her history of litigation success

Practice Areas Explained

Karla C. Miller's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Karla C. Miller is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Tennessee →

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Karla C. Miller is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Tennessee →

Child Custody & Visitation

Karla C. Miller is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Tennessee →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Karla C. Miller is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Tennessee →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

Karla C. Miller is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Karla C. Miller

Where is Karla C. Miller's law office located?
Karla C. Miller's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. The firm is Miller Upshaw Family Law, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Karla C. Miller handle?
Karla C. Miller focuses on divorce, car accidents, child custody, personal injury, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Karla C. Miller practiced law?
Karla C. Miller has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Karla C. Miller go to law school?
Karla C. Miller earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.S., 1985).
How can I contact Karla C. Miller for a consultation?
You can contact Karla C. 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 Karla C. Miller received?
Karla C. Miller's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Nashville School of Law
- 1996
B.S.
Auburn University
- 1985

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Tennessee
Admitted: 1996

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