Atty. Michael Lee Miller

Atty. Michael Lee Miller

Mr. Michael Lee Miller is a lawyer practicing education law, employee benefits, nonprofit organizations and 4 other areas of law.

Asheville Asheville 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Michael Lee Miller at a glance

Michael Lee Miller is a Member based in Asheville, North Carolina, practicing at Ward and Smith, P.A.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, and tax. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1978) and North Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Distr (1980). Educated at University of Denver (J.D. Taxation, 1980) and University of Denver (B.A. Taxation, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of North Carolina Bar Association. Serands clients in Asheville, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael Lee Miller is a lawyer practicing education law, employee benefits, nonprofit organizations and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Denver in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Michael practices at Ward and Smith, P.A. in Asheville, NC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Lee Miller's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Michael Lee Miller is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in North Carolina →

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.

Michael Lee Miller is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in North Carolina →

Employment Law

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

Michael Lee Miller is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in North Carolina →

Tax Law

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

Michael Lee Miller is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in North Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Lee Miller

Where is Michael Lee Miller's law office located?
Michael Lee Miller's law practice is located in Asheville, North Carolina. The firm is Ward and Smith, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Lee Miller handle?
Michael Lee Miller focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, employment, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Michael Lee Miller practiced law?
Michael Lee Miller has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael Lee Miller go to law school?
Michael Lee Miller earned their education at (J.D. Taxation, 1980); (B.A. Taxation, 1974).
How can I contact Michael Lee Miller for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Lee 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 Michael Lee Miller received?
Michael Lee Miller's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Taxation
University of Denver
- 1980
B.A. Taxation
University of Denver
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1978
North Carolina U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit U.S. Distr
Admitted: 1980

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