Atty. Michael J. Miller

Atty. Michael J. Miller

Michael has represented clients in connection with personal injury, employment, workers’ compensation and business litigation. He also has extensive experience representing clients in family law matters.

Des Moines Des Moines 24 yrs experience 24 year
Call (515) 518-6170 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael J. Miller at a glance

Michael J. Miller is a Member based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Patterson Law Firm, L.L.P.. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, employment, workers comp, and creditor rights. Admitted to practice in Iowa (2002). Educated at University of Iowa (J.D., 2002) and University of Iowa (B.A. English, 1998). Active member of Polk County, Iowa State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael has represented clients in connection with personal injury, employment, workers’ compensation and business litigation
  • He also has extensive experience representing clients in family law matters
  • Professional Associations and Memberships American Bar Association Iowa Bar Association Polk County Bar Association Volunteer Associations and Memberships Kiwanis Cyclone Gridiron Club Hope Lutheran Church

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Miller's Areas of Practice

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

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.

Michael J. Miller is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Iowa →

Family Law

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

Michael J. Miller is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Iowa →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael J. Miller is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Iowa →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael J. Miller is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in Iowa →

Creditor Rights & Collections

Michael J. Miller is one of 42,948 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Miller

Where is Michael J. Miller's law office located?
Michael J. Miller's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Patterson Law Firm, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Miller handle?
Michael J. Miller focuses on personal injury, family law, employment, workers comp, creditor rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has Michael J. Miller practiced law?
Michael J. Miller has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Michael J. Miller go to law school?
Michael J. Miller earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A. English, 1998).
How can I contact Michael J. Miller for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J. 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.

Education

J.D.
University of Iowa
- 2002
B.A. English
University of Iowa
- 1998

Bar Admissions

Iowa
Admitted: 2002

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