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also known as Jay Mills
I am a litigator and practice in two primary areas: severe personal injury and estate-related litigation. On the personal injury side, I have helped hundreds of clients receive (in total) millions and millions of dollars. On the estate litigation side, I have pursued and defended will caveats, trust disputes, life insurance beneficiary disputes, and all sorts of other matters related to inheritance issues. I handle these claims on both an hourly basis and a contingency-fee basis, depending on the nature of the case and the client's preferences. Again, I have successfully recovered many millions of dollars for my clients.
I grew up in Henderson, North Carolina. I graduated from Northern Vance High School in 1995, and then went to Wake Forest University. I graduated magna cum laude from Wake Forest in three-and-a-half years, and then enrolled in the UNC-Chapel Hill law school. I graduated law school in 2002 with honors, was invited to join the UNC Law Review, and was on the National Moot Court team.
In 2002, I began work for Troutman Sanders LLP - one of the oldest and largest firms in Atlanta, Georgia. In 2007, I moved to Raleigh, North Carolina to be closer to family and friends, and began working at my current firm, Burns, Day & Presnell P.A.. I became a partner here in 2010.
I am married, have two kids, and enjoy playing golf and fishing.
I offer free initial consultations on all legal matters, so feel free to contact me regarding any legal issue you may have. If I cannot assist you for any reason, I can almost always find an attorney who can.
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Acquired: 2002
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2626 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 560, Raleigh, NC, 27608
2626 Glenwood Avenue, Ste. 560, Po Box 10867, Raleigh, NC, 27608
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Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Outstanding Representation
I could not speak more highly of Jay. He represented me through my personal injury (automobile accident) case, thoroughly explained the complexities, managed my expectations on the outcome and kept me updated/prepared throughout the entire process. He is clearly an outstanding attorney with the deter...
Posted by anonymous | November 12, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Outstanding Attorney
Jay Mills is a truly outstanding attorney and I couldn’t be more satisfied with his legal representation. He represented me through a complex and unique personal injury case with multiple defendants and put me in the best position to win a favorable outcome. The legal process can be long and stressfu...
Posted by anonymous | June 18, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Wills & Living Wills
Thank God for James Mills!
Our family has just been through a three year ordeal when a caveat was placed on my sister's will. James Mills was the reason we made it through. He is personable, kind, compassionent, and most important,the best friend you will ever need in this kind of litigation. His sense of humor keeps you on tr...
Posted by anonymous | November 26, 2012 | Slip and Fall Accident
Slip And Fall -Out of State Resident
I'm from out of state and needed a lawyer for a slip and fall when vacationing in NC. I was turned down by 5 other lawyers from the state but was lucky when Jay took on my case. He was very honest, and explained that slip and fall cases in NC were not easy cases to win. His persistence and knowled...
Posted by Hope | September 26, 2011 | Wills & Living Wills
Estate dispute
We are currently one of Jay's clients... We are so proud to have Jay as our attorney. Anyone with disputes regarding Wills, estates, executor/executix, or fraud...or simply need a good, honest attorney should find yourself either on the phone or sitting in his office. It will be the best advice I c...
"I am impressed with Mr. Mills's thoughtful advice and answers to legal questions on Avvo. He has an in-depth understanding of the law and an ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and effectively. I endorse this lawyer!"
"Jay is one of the brightest attorneys I have had the pleasure of working with. He combines a big law firm background with a very sophisticated legal mind and an amazing ability to persuade insurance companies to see cases his way. You will never go wrong with Jay as your attorney."
"I worked with Jay for two years on a wide variety of complex litigation matters. Jay's attention to detail and work product are second to none. I give him my highest recommendation."
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2023
Super Lawyer NC Litigation, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer NC Litigation, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer NC Litigation, SuperLawyers
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2008
Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine
2007
Rising Star, Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Rising Star in Litigation, Law & Politics Magazine
2005
Rising Star in Litigation, Law & Politics Magazine
2007 - Present
Partner, Burns, Day & Presnell, P.A.
2002 - 2007
Associate, Troutman Sanders LLP
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Jury verdict in excess of $1 million
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
B.A. - Bachelor of Arts
English
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