James A Miller

James A Miller

also known as Jim Miller, Law Offices of James A. Miller, P.C.

4.8
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 32 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Worcester, MA
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Probate, Trusts, Elder Law

108 Grove Street, Worcester, MA

About James

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Elder Law 25%

Elder law involves planning for the complex health care, long-term care, and other issues facing elderly and disabled individuals and their families.

32 years | 1,000 cases

25%
Estate Planning 25%

Estate planning is the creation of a definite plan for managing your wealth while you're alive and distributing it after your death. There are a variety of methods to use when planning, including: Revocable Living Trusts; Last Will & Testament/Probate; Lifetime Gifting; Joint Ownership; Beneficiary Designations; Life Estates.

32 years | 2,200 cases

25%
Probate 25%

If your loved one had a Will, your family will go through a process called Probate. There are steps to follow when one passes away with a Will. My website explains some of this.

32 years | 500 cases

25%
Trusts 25%

A very useful tool for estate planning is a Trust. Since our law firm focuses primarily on estate planning, we can keep you updates as to the latest planning options available to you and your loved ones.

32 years | 1,200 cases

25%

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 32 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of James A. Miller, P.C.

108 Grove Street, Worcester, MA, 01605

The Law Offices of James A. Miller, P.C.

By appointment:, 1500 District Avenue, Burlington, MA, 01803

The Law Offices of James A. Miller, P.C.

By appointment:, 945 Concord St., Framingham, MA, 01701

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James A Miller's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Nicholas | November 29, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Very Competent

Very knowledgeable and easy to understand. He knew exactly what we wanted to accomplish.

Posted by Liz | April 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Experience matters!

Calm demeanor…very helpful for these types of conversations and decisions. Also has decades of experience in this type of law.

Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Miller review

Very thorough and easy to understand. Mr. Miller reviewed what estate planning we had already done and made suggestions which we followed.

Posted by Wesley | June 04, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Arrogant, condesending and rude

The title says it all. Failed to return MULTIPLE calls after paying for his services and having an estate plan drawn up. After finally getting in to see him regarding a necessary change due to health issues his ego shined brightly, talked down to my brother who was a city manager for years and then... refused to even answer questions while we were determining if we wanted to use him again unless we paid him $5000. If you want someone that is in love with himself and thinks he's the best thing since sliced bread, James A Miller is your man. If you want compassion and kindness stay away.

Posted by Rob | October 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Medicaid & Medicare

Gets the job done

I used him for a medicaid application for a relative. At first, it was an interview with the partner and a new attorney doing the work. When things got tricky, attorney Miller stepped in and handled things personally. He knew exactly what to do, when to do it, met all filing deadlines, and provi...ded competent representation, and provided regular case updates. I would not hesitate to use him again.

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James A Miller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nancy Dowling

Estate planning lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim Miller has a great reputation as and elder law and estate planning attorney. He is also a mentor and colleague who I wholeheartedly endorse."

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Catherine Hammond

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Jim is not only a great attorney but also one of the truly good guys. His true commitment to helping his clients shows in everything he does. I wholeheartedly recommend Jim and his firm!"

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Raymond German

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Friend

"Jim is a hard working focused attorney. He does a premium job for his clients. Boston has a real asset with this attorney serving its citizens."

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Lawrence Striley

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Other

"I know Jim through our mutual membership in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. He is a great guy and an excellent attorney. I am happy to recommend him."

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Michelle Biddinger

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning."

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Michael Davidov

Elder law lawyer | Jul 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Jim for several years through our affiliations in national estate planning and elder law organizations. Jim's ability to communicate the importance of planning is evident in the size of his practice - Jim and his firm have helped thousands of families in his community with their elder law and estate planning needs. I highly recommend Jim."

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Howard Roitman

Probate lawyer | Oct 03

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Geoffrey Garrett

Elder law lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Jim Miller is a preeminent elder law and estate planning attorney, and I have been proud to have him as my mentor in planning for elder citizens. I endorse him highly"

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Joseph Masiuk

Estate planning lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've known Mr. Miller for approximately twelve years through our affiliation with the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. I've known him to be a lawyer with abundant sensitivity and caring to the needs of his clients and integrity to the practice of law. I heartily endorse this lawyer."

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Bradley Anderson

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 05

Relationship: Other

"Jim has excellent experience and skills in all areas of estate planning as well as Elder Law/Medicaid planning. He has great client rapport and is very serious about constantly improving his already excellent abilities."

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Jonathan Reed

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer and found his guide on protecting assets from Medicaid well-written and informative."

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Paul Kraft

Estate planning lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Jim Miller for many years and he is an excellent estate planning Attorney. He is knowledgable, ethical, and his legal work is top notch. I can highly recommend his services."

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Philip Keenan

Estate planning lawyer | May 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Jim Miller for almost nine years, and have always been impressed by his technical knowledge and attitude. We recently had an opportunity to toghter on a client who required a multi-state estate plan. Jim did a superb job and more than lived up to my high expectations. I would send members of my family to Jim."

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Susan Luscomb

Estate planning lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I heartily endorse Jim Miller as an estate planning and elder law attorney. I am familiar with his experience and expertise, as the result of which I have referred very close friends and other clients to him for help with both estate planning and elder law issues--the best endorsement of all. I know his clients benefit from his personal and caring approach in exploring which of many planning options are best suited to clients' needs. I can even endorse his staff as being highly competent, attentive and personable!"

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Geoffrey German

Elder law lawyer | Dec 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Jim for sixteen years. He is knowledgeable, professional and courteous. I refer my clients in need of an elder law or estate planning attorney to Jim, without hesitation."

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Dennis Duffy

Estate planning lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I met Jim when he became a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. He is a dedicated professional and caring planner. I would not hesitate to refer a client to Jim."

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Joseph Masiuk

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Geoffrey Garrett

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Paul Kraft

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Philip Keenan

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

N/A

CR Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1994 - Present

Owner, The Law Offices of James A. Miller

Associations

2001 - Present

American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys

Member

1996 - Present

National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys

Member

1994 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Member

Worcester County Bar Association

Member

Education

1993

Suffolk University Law School

Juris Doctor

1990

Framingham State College

Speaking Engagements

2013

InService Class for Employees

Resident Abuse

2013

Guardian Rules under the MUPC

Guardianships

2013

Free Estate Planning Workshop

Wils, Trusts, Nursing Home Asset Protection

2013

Continuing Education Class (CE)

End of Life Planning

2013

Continuing Education (CE) Class

Medicaid Eligibility

2012

2012 Elder Law Education Program Estate & Medicaid Planning Seminar for Law Day

2010

Gardner Area InterAgency Team

Guardianship under the MUPC

Publications

2012

Local attorney stays current & prepares for the future Fall 2012 Summit Press Release

2008

39 Common Questions Consumers Have About Estate Planning In Massachusetts Book

2007

Worcester Telegram & Gazette Trust In A Plan

2006

A Will Is Not Enough In Massachusetts, 2nd Edition Book

2006

Worcester Telegram & Gazette, Generations The New Medicaid Laws: 10 Tips to know

Languages

English

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