Paul Miller
Top rated Estate Planning & Probate attorney in Santa Rosa, California
Law Office of Paul Miller
Practice areas: Estate Planning & Probate; view more
Licensed in California since: 2002
Education: Empire College- School of Law
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Law Office of Paul Miller
703 2nd StreetSuite 414
Santa Rosa, CA 95404 Visit website
Paul Miller grew up in Healdsburg and has cultivated both his professional practice and personal life in the heart of Sonoma County. At The Law Office of Paul Miller, based in Santa Rosa, California, he caters to the needs of his clients in matters of estate planning, probate, and trust and estate planning.
After earning his undergraduate degree at UC Davis, he continued his legal studies at Empire College School of Law in Santa Rosa, graduating cum laude in 2002. Driven by a commitment to expanding his knowledge in complex legal areas, he pursued and obtained his Master of Laws in taxation from Golden Gate University, completing the program with high honors in 2016.
Known for his personal investment in his community, Mr. Miller makes his home in Santa Rosa, where he enjoys staying active through soccer and running, and cherishes time spent with his two sons. His dedication to the region extends well beyond his legal work. He actively supports local initiatives, volunteering with Rebuilding Together, participating in projects to enhance downtown Santa Rosa, and lending a hand with park and school cleanup efforts.
In addition to his practice, Mr. Miller is recognized for his commitment to education within the legal and financial community. He is a frequent lecturer, sharing his practical insight and legal knowledge with fellow attorneys, CPAs, college students and nonprofit groups on topics related to estate planning. His presentations have addressed key components of estate administration and planning, featuring sessions such as “The Probate Process From Start to Finish,” “Probate Boot Camp,” “Estate Planning from A to Z,” “Estate Planning and Administration: The Complete Guide” and the nuanced “Estate Planning for Dysfunctional Families.”
Mr. Miller’s approach reflects a balance of professional excellence, community engagement, and a genuine desire to help others understand and navigate estate planning. Colleagues and clients alike value his approachable manner, depth of legal understanding and strong commitment to service – qualities that define his presence both in and out of the courtroom.
Practice areas
Estate Planning & ProbateFocus areas
Estate Planning, Living Wills, Power of Attorney, Probate & Estate Administration, Trusts, Wills
- 100% Estate Planning & Probate
First Admitted: 2002, California
Professional Webpage: https://www.paulmillerlaw.com/about-us.html
Bar / Professional Activity
- California State Bar #222775, 2002
Special Licenses / Certifications
- LLM in taxation, Golden Gate University School of Law, 2016
- Mediator and Conflict Resolution Certification by RECOURSE Mediation, 2011
Pro bono / Community Service
- Empire College School of Law Alumni Association board member
- Rebuilding Together Santa Rosa, house captain
Educational Background
- Master of Law in Taxation (LLM), Golden Gate School of Law, 2016
- Bachelors of Science in Biology, University of California, Davis, 1997
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Presentation of incapacity and end-of-life decisions and ethical considerations in estate planning, Presenter, Estate Planning from A to Z, Legal Field, 2018
- Presenter on recognizing elder abuse, and providing mechanisms in estate planning documents to prevent elder abuse, Presenter, Defending the Defenseless: Elder Abuse Workshop for Those on the Front Lines of Elder Care, Legal Professionals, Individuals Providing Care To Elders, 2014
- Presented on managing the inventory and maintaining an ethical practice in a probate practice., Presenter, The Probate Process from Start to Finish, Legal Professionals, 2013
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