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John McElwee Miller

Probate Attorney at Jacksonville Beach, FL

5.0   4 reviews

also known as John Miller, Rock Solid Law

  • Licensed for 37 years
    State FL
    Acquired 1985
    Status
    Member in Good Standing No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About John

Learn John’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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

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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Posted by Esther | November 24, 2020
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Real estate closing
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.
Posted by Elizabeth R. P. Bowen | September 19, 2017
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| Consulted Attorney
Lawyer that gets the job done
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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Posted by Ed | June 16, 2017
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| Hired Attorney
Accessable and Professional
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.
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Posted by Gwen | June 14, 2017
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JOHN MILLER IS A ROCK STAR!
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!

Cost

Rates
  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 9.6 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • President
  • Rock Solid Business Law, PLLC
  • 2016 - Present
  • President
  • Rock Solid Business Law, LLC
  • 2012 - 2016
  • President
  • John McE. Miller, P.A.
  • 1991 - 2011

Education

  • Washington and Lee University School of Law
  • Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor
  • 1985
  • Rhodes College
  • BA - Bachelor of Arts
  • 1982
  • Oxford University
  • Honors Studies
  • 1982

Legal Cases

  • Foster v. Arthur
  • Client prevailed
  • Hunter v. Royal
  • Client prevailed
  • ABG Real Estate Dev. Co. v. St. Johns County
  • Clients prevailed

Associations

  • Neptune Beach
  • Special Magistrate
  • 2018 - Present
  • JAX Chamber Circle of Success
  • Chair
  • 2017 - Present
  • Beaches Hospitality Network
  • President
  • 2017 - Present
  • Small business Resource Network
  • Florida SBDC Affiliate, Member
  • N/A
  • Deck the Chairs
  • Sponsor
  • N/A
  • Jacksonville Beach Elementary
  • PTA, Business Partner, Sponsor
  • N/A
  • Palms Presbyterian Church
  • Financial Peace University, Instructor
  • N/A
  • Palms Presbyterian Church
  • Palms Presbyterian Preschool Board of Directors
  • N/A
  • Palms Presbyterian Church
  • Elder Housing Management Corp. (Pablo Towers & Hamlet)
  • N/A
  • Palms Presbyterian Church
  • Board of Directors, Beaches Christian Service Corp.
  • N/A
  • Beaches History Museum
  • Chapel Concert Committee
  • N/A
  • Beaches Residents in Support of the Symphony
  • Member
  • N/A
  • Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce
  • Board of Directors Beaches Division
  • N/A
  • Northeast Florida Association of Realtors
  • Affiliate Member
  • N/A
  • Jacksonville Beach Pier Dance
  • Founder 1998
  • N/A
  • Jacksonville Bar Association
  • Transactional Law Section
  • N/A
  • Jacksonville Bar Association
  • Environmental and Real Property Committee
  • N/A
  • Jacksonville Bar Association
  • Solo/Small Firm Committee
  • N/A
  • Florida Bar Association
  • Real Property, Probate & Trust Law Section
  • N/A
  • Florida Bar Association
  • General Practice & Small Firm Section
  • N/A
  • Ponte Vedra Professionals Networking Group
  • Founding Member
  • N/A
  • Jacksonville Beaches Bar Association
  • President
  • N/A
  • Beaches Business Association
  • President; Board of Directors
  • N/A
  • Jacksonville Regional Chamber of Commerce
  • Public Policy Committee
  • N/A
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Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Dutch
  • French

Honors and Awards

  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2019
  • Small Business Executive Program Graduate
  • Jim Moran Institute
  • 2017
  • 2016 Small Business Leader of the Year
  • Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce
  • 2016
  • Honors Studies
  • Oxford, St. Johns College, England
  • 1982
  • Key to the City of Jacksonville Beach
  • Jacksonville Beach
  • N/A
  • Appreciation Award
  • Florida Council of Bar Association Presidents
  • N/A
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Speaking Engagements

  • Leaving a Legacy Luncheon
  • Estate Planning
  • 2017
  • Legal Panel Discussion
  • Avoiding Litigation – Issues You Should Know About when reviewing a Contract
  • 2017

Attorney endorsements

Received (17)
Given (1)
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Business Attorney | May 20
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. John is well respected in the legal community."
Real estate Attorney | Apr 09
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."
Probate Attorney | Jul 18
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."
Business Attorney | Jun 22
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."
Real estate Attorney | Jun 21
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."
Estate planning Attorney | Jun 21
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."
Business Attorney | Jun 21
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Great attorney and very active in the community."
Business Attorney | Jun 21
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."
Real estate Attorney | May 23
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."
Business Attorney | May 20
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."
Business Attorney | May 18
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."
Real estate Attorney | May 17
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Business Attorney | May 17
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."
Business Attorney | May 17
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."
Business Attorney | May 17
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."
Business Attorney | May 16
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
Business Attorney | Jun 03
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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Jacksonville Beach Probate Lawyer John McElwee Miller
John McElwee Miller
Probate Attorney
Jacksonville Beach, FL
Licensed for 37 years
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