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John McElwee Miller

also known as John Miller, Rock Solid Law
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John Miller is Rock Solid Law’s founding attorney. Practicing in downtown Jacksonville for the first six years of his career, John learned his craft under some of Jacksonville’s finest attorneys. In 1991, John moved his practice to the Beaches. He has served as President of the Jacksonville Beaches Bar Association, was a two-term president of the Beaches Business Association, and enjoys being active in the North East Florida Association of Realtors, The Small Business Resource Network, the Jacksonville Bar Association, and JaxChamber, Beaches Division, where he has served as Chair of the Public Policy Committee, and was both the Beaches and Overall Chamber Small Business Leader of the Year last year. This year he as served as Chair of the JaxChamber Circle of Success, and as President of the Beaches Hospitality Network. This years celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Jax Beach Pier Dance, which John founded, and which raises toys and food for BEAM to be distributed at the Beaches. John helps keep families strong - building their legacies, serves entrepreneurial business owners, and helps people achieve the American dream through home ownership, closing real estate professionally and on time, and serving Champagne to celebrate. His goal is to help his clients to make positive change in the world, one successful family and business at a time. John lives at the beach with his wife Krista and their children, Avalon & Ian.

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Practice areas

OtherBusinessEstate planningWills and living willsProbate
  1. Probate: 25%

    When a family has lost a loved one, we help the family through the probate process with the least amount of stress possible.

  2. Wills and living wills: 20%

    We help families plan their future through drafting of Wills and Trusts. Everyone should have a Will. Some people need to have a Trust. Provide your loved ones with instructions about your worldly goods, so they are not distressed about those issues

  3. Estate planning: 17%

    We help families plan their future through drafting of Wills and Trusts. Everyone should have a Will. Some people need to have a Trust. Provide your loved ones with instructions about your worldly goods, so they are not distressed about those issues during the time they are missing you! When a family has lost a loved one, we help the family through the probate process with the least amount of stress possible.

  4. Business: 15%

    We assist in most areas of business, from formation through every scenario in which a business can be involved. The services we provide can be likened to those a Chief Legal Officer might provide for a company. We refer to this as outside General Counsel services.

  1. Real estate: 15%

    We specialize in closing real estate sales for both residential and commercial properties, and providing title insurance for the property involved in the transaction. You will have to experience our Closing Celebrations to realize the difference between closing in our office and somewhere else. We enjoy working with Lenders, Real Estate Agents, Mortgage Brokers, Buyers and Sellers to help people realize their dream of owning or selling a home or other real property.

  2. Commercial real estate: 8%

    We specialize in closing real estate sales for both residential and commercial properties, and providing title insurance for the property involved in the transaction. You will have to experience our Closing Celebrations to realize the difference betw

Languages spoken

English, Dutch, French

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Rock Solid Law

484 Osceola Avenue
Jacksonville Beach, FL, 32250-6033

    Rock Solid Law Nocatee Office . By Appointment

    486 Town Plaza Ave Ste 410, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32081
    Ste 410
    Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, 32250

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    License
    StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
    FLMember in Good Standing198506/11/2021
    We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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    Awards
    Award nameGrantorDate granted
    Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2019
    Small Business Executive Program GraduateJim Moran Institute2017
    2016 Small Business Leader of the YearJacksonville Chamber of Commerce2016
    Honors StudiesOxford, St. Johns College, England1982
    Key to the City of Jacksonville BeachJacksonville BeachN/A
    Appreciation AwardFlorida Council of Bar Association PresidentsN/A
    Work Experience
    TitleCompany nameDuration
    PresidentRock Solid Business Law, PLLC2016 - Present
    PresidentRock Solid Business Law, LLC2012 - 2016
    PresidentJohn McE. Miller, P.A.1991 - 2011
    Associations
    Association namePosition nameDuration
    Neptune BeachSpecial Magistrate2018 - Present
    JAX Chamber Circle of SuccessChair2017 - Present
    Beaches Hospitality NetworkPresident2017 - Present
    Small business Resource NetworkFlorida SBDC Affiliate, MemberN/A
    Deck the ChairsSponsorN/A
    Jacksonville Beach ElementaryPTA, Business Partner, SponsorN/A
    Palms Presbyterian ChurchFinancial Peace University, InstructorN/A
    Palms Presbyterian ChurchPalms Presbyterian Preschool Board of DirectorsN/A
    Palms Presbyterian ChurchElder Housing Management Corp. (Pablo Towers & Hamlet)N/A
    Palms Presbyterian ChurchBoard of Directors, Beaches Christian Service Corp.N/A
    Beaches History MuseumChapel Concert CommitteeN/A
    Beaches Residents in Support of the SymphonyMemberN/A
    Jacksonville Regional Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors Beaches DivisionN/A
    Northeast Florida Association of RealtorsAffiliate MemberN/A
    Jacksonville Beach Pier DanceFounder 1998N/A
    Jacksonville Bar AssociationTransactional Law SectionN/A
    Jacksonville Bar AssociationEnvironmental and Real Property CommitteeN/A
    Jacksonville Bar AssociationSolo/Small Firm CommitteeN/A
    Florida Bar AssociationReal Property, Probate & Trust Law SectionN/A
    Florida Bar AssociationGeneral Practice & Small Firm SectionN/A
    Ponte Vedra Professionals Networking GroupFounding MemberN/A
    Jacksonville Beaches Bar AssociationPresidentN/A
    Beaches Business AssociationPresident; Board of DirectorsN/A
    Jacksonville Regional Chamber of CommercePublic Policy CommitteeN/A
    Education
    School nameDegreeGraduated
    Washington and Lee University School of LawDoctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor1985
    Rhodes CollegeBA - Bachelor of Arts1982
    Oxford UniversityHonors Studies1982
    Speaking Engagements
    Conference nameTitleDate
    Leaving a Legacy LuncheonEstate Planning2017
    Legal Panel DiscussionAvoiding Litigation – Issues You Should Know About when reviewing a Contract2017
    Legal cases
    Case nameOutcome
    Foster v. ArthurClient prevailed
    Hunter v. RoyalClient prevailed
    ABG Real Estate Dev. Co. v. St. Johns CountyClients prevailed

    Reviews

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    Real estate closing

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    As a widow I was downsizing and was anxious about all the details of my move. John Miller and his staff made the transaction of closing on my new home a pleasant experience. I am going to use his services to plan my will and trust. I would highly recommend his firm.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
    Hired attorney

    Lawyer that gets the job done

    Posted by

    I have worked with and exchanged referrals from John Miller and he is an excellent lawyer that gets the job done. In the event he can not assist in a particular matter, he has a large network of diligent responsive attorneys to handle most issues. Not only is he a great lawyer, but he's active in the community and a great human being.
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    Accessable and Professional

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    John has been my Corporate Attorney for over fifteen years. In that time he and his staff have been almost ridiculously attentive. Organization is not one of my strong points, but is one of John's. Any late night, weekend, or last minute inquiries or needs by me have always been handled asap. I have recommended John numerous times over the years to friends and colleagues and continue to do so without hesitation.
    This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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    JOHN MILLER IS A ROCK STAR!

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    Every real estate closing I have with his office is professional, efficient and accurate. They anticipate needs and communicate effectively. It is a pleasure to do business with John and his team!
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    Attorney endorsements

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    Max Story, Business Attorney on May 20, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. John is well respected in the legal community.

    Albert Lechner, Real estate Attorney on Apr 9, 2018
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. John is a bright lawyer that comes up with creative solutions on behalf of his clients. He is respected by his peers for being an excellent lawyer and achieves excellent results on behalf of his clients.

    David Willis, Probate Attorney on Jul 18, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    John Miller is a great attorney. He is honest and knows the law in the areas he practices. You can trust John Miller to represent you in your legal matter with professionalism and skill.

    Justin Drach, Business Attorney on Jun 22, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    John is a highly respected attorney in the Jacksonville and Jacksonville Beach community. His personality and demeanor set the bar for what young lawyers should strive for.

    Susan Hartman, Real estate Attorney on Jun 21, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. John is well thought of in the community for good reason. He will do his very best to help you.

    Kyndra Mulder, Estate planning Attorney on Jun 21, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I have know this attorney for years. He is an excellent advocate for his clients. Working with a lawyer can be stressful and intimidating. John will put you at ease.

    Catherine Berry, Business Attorney on Jun 21, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. Great attorney and very active in the community.

    David Goldman, Business Attorney on Jun 21, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse John Miller. He is an excellent attorney. He is also very involved in various groups that benefit the Jacksonville Beaches community.

    Robert Ellis, Real estate Attorney on May 23, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse John Miller. He is an excellent attorney. He is also very involved in various groups that benefit the Jacksonville Beaches community.

    Giselle Carson, Business Attorney on May 20, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. John is a rock solid business lawyer, dedicated husband and father and remarkable community leader. If you need solid legal assistance consider contacting him.

    Leslie Goller, Business Attorney on May 18, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. John is skilled and through in his practice of law. Besides that, he is a pleasure to work with.

    Jeb Branham, Real estate Attorney on May 17, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Mark Addington, Business Attorney on May 17, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. I have known John for years and he has always provided solid legal advice with an extraordinary focus on client satisfaction. John is an excellent lawyer.

    Rebekah Hope, Business Attorney on May 17, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I enthusiastically endorse this lawyer. John assisted my business partner and I with a business agreement. He listened to our individual situation and concerns, and took them into consideration when drafting our agreement. He clearly understood that each situation was different, and took the time to get to know us to help serve us. I highly recommend his services for any business, big or small.

    Heather Quick, Business Attorney on May 17, 2017
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    I endorse this lawyer. John Miller is the only lawyer o refer in matters of business and real estate as well as estate planning. I highly recommend his firm.

    Timothy Kelly, Business Attorney on May 16, 2017
    Relationship: Worked together on matter

    I endorse this lawyer.

    Laurie Lee, Business Attorney on Jun 3, 2015
    Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

    John is an experienced attorney who genuinely cares about his clients' success. He is very knowledgeable and professional. I highly recommend John!

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