$ 200-200 per hour
also known as Matt Miller
After graduating from Illinois Valley Central High School in Chillicothe, Illinois, I enlisted in the United States Navy where I spent the next four years serving my country at home and overseas. I was stationed at many places throughout the country, including Illinois, California and Texas. I served overseas for over two years at U.S. Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. I still value and use the many skills I learned in the military such as discipline, hard work, integrity, toughness and persistence.
When my enlistment was up, I came back to Illinois and attended Illinois State University. I pursued a degree in Political Science, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree, Magna Cum Laude. While a student at Illinois State University, I became a member of Golden Key International Honor Society and President of Pi Sigma Alpha (Political Science Honor Society).
After graduating from Illinois State University, I enrolled in law school at Northern Illinois College of Law where I was on the Dean's list for four semesters. During law school I became fascinated with criminal law and the criminal justice system. I worked as a student attorney at the Peoria County State's Attorney's Office and completed my first jury trial while still in law school. I then became a student attorney at the Northern Illinois College of Law Criminal Defense Clinic, defending indigent clients under the supervision of a licensed attorney.
After graduating from law school and passing the Illinois Bar Examination, I accepted a position as an Assistant State's Attorney in Peoria County, where I was in court everyday of the week trying cases. While at the Peoria County State's Attorney's Office, I received rapid promotion, from traffic to misdemeanor prosecutor after only three months (the normal promotion time is nine months to one year).
While an Assistant State's Attorney, I gained a lot of experience in the courtroom, often undergoing a trial every week, which enhanced my trial skills.
In April 2008, I opened my own law practice with my business partner and former prosecutor, Robert Pugh. Criminal, Traffic and DUI defense continue to be my areas of concentration. I enjoy the work and derive a great deal of satisfaction utilizing my knowledge and skills fighting to achieve the best results for my clients and protecting their constitutional rights.
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416 Main Street, Suite 409, Peoria, IL, 61602
416 Main Street, Suite 723, Peoria, IL, 61602
41 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 10 reviews | Responsiveness
Posted by Brad | August 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
I hired Mr. Miller for my devorce
Anybody needing a great lawyer I recumened Mr miller he was very knowledgeable and helped me threw a ruff time in my life with my devorce always got back with me promptly and he was at my court hearing early. I would recumened him to family and friend and if I need lawyer in the future I will hire mr...
Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2015 | DUI & DWI
PTR ON DUI ...MUST HIRE !!! EXCELLENT & TRUSTWORTHY !!!
I had unfortunately gotten a DUI in 2014. I was going through a hard phase in my life. I received a PTR (Petition To Revoke) in January, 2015. Not away to start my NEW YEAR off ! I of course was SEVERELY STRESSED !!! I had help from Mr. Miller in the past. As I was figuring out what to do.. I de...
Posted by Jacob | August 21, 2014 | Criminal Defense
Matthew Miller is an All Star!!!
I contacted Matthew Miller after I was arrested in Peoria county in May 2014 for possession of 2 ounces of marijuana . I had never been in trouble like that before and I was very scared that I was going to go to Jail or have years of probation; putting my life on hold. Mr. Miller was incredibly respo...
Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2013 | Criminal Defense
Class 3 Felony Retail Theft Amended to a Class A Misdemeanor
I am a first time offender and was arrested for retail theft of more than $300, which was charged as a Class 3 Felony. Matt was recommended by an attorney who is a family friend. I interviewed 3 lawyers and felt that Matt would provide the best representation. He worked to get the Class 3 Felo...
Posted by anonymous | September 13, 2012 | Drug Crime
I highly recommend Mr. Miller
My parents and I first came in contact with Mr. Miller a few months ago (May of 2012). Being unfamiliar with how the entire process goes within the system when an arrest is made, my parents had contacted Mr. Miller for some legal advice due to a very poor decision I had made which resulted in my arre...
Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Matt has a good reputation in the community and is known for his work as a criminal defense attorney."
"I have known Mr. Miller since he first began practicing law, when we prosecuted cases together in the Peoria County State's Attorney's Office. He impressed me with his smarts, work ethic and abilities from day one, and continues to impress me to this day. Mr. Miller has successfully achieved favorable dispositions for clients on more cases than I can count. I fully endorse Mr. Miller and his abilities in the courtroom."
"This lawyer is a tremendous advocate for his clients. I give him my highest endorsement in the field of criminal and DUI defense."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Miller is a very bright and down to earth attorney who has impressed with his courtroom abilities."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Miller is an experienced and well versed criminal defense attorney who is respected amongst the local bar and judges in the area. His clients are always well protected and advised of their rights. Prosecutors know that he is more than capable in the courtroom and it helps his clients get deals that most other attorneys are unable to obtain. I highly endorse Mr. Miller in the practice of criminal law."
"I endorse Matt Miller without any reservation. He is an excellent trial attorney with many trials under his belt. He is an energetic, hard-working attorney that is great at problem solving for his clients. He communicates regularly with clients as well as making the court process as easy as possible. Further, he is great at spotting technicalities in police reports. This keen sense is only one of the qualities that leads to Matt's success in and outside the courtroom."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Miller has an excellent reputation for going above and beyond is normal for a criminal defense attorney. His level of dedication and loyalty is unmatched."
"Matt is a responsible and experienced attorney in the field of criminal law. He has a unique ability to understand his clients' needs and effectively facilitate that in the courtroom. Like many others in the central Illinois legal community, I endorse Matt Miller."
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2016
Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyer Under 40 In the State of Illinois, American Society ofLegal Advocates
2015
Top 40 Criminal Defense Lawyer Under 40 In the State of Illinois, American Society of Legal Advocates
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Top 40 under 40 Criminal Defense Attorneys in Illinois, The American Society of Legal Advocates
2014
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2014
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2013
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2012
Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2007
Dean's List, NIU
2006
Dean's List, NIU College of Law
2014 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Miller Law Offices, P.C.
2008 - 2014
Partner, Miller & Pugh Law Offices, PC
2007 - 2008
Assistant State's Attorney, Peoria County State's Attorney Office
2008 - Present
American Inns of Court
2008 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, Traffic Laws and Courts Section
2010 - 2011
Peoria County Bar AssociationCriminal Defense Chairman
2010 - 2012
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Case Dismissed
Case Dismissed
Plenary (two year) Order of Protection Granted
Probation and no incarceration
Motion granted. Case Dismissed
Case Dismissed
DUI dismissed
DUI Dismissed
Plea to Lesser Charges
Case Dismissed morning of trial
Not Guilty of Both Charges at Bench Trial
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty
Case dismissed
Dismissed after Motion to Suppress Evidence
Case Dismissed
Not Guilty
Not Guilty
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not guilty on all counts
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Forfeited Assets Returned to Client
Not Guilty at Jury Trial
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty at Bench Trial
Not Guilty at Jury Trial
Probation
2007
Juris Doctor
2004
B.A. Magna Cum Laude
2014
Criminal & DUI Law
2013
Criminal and DUI Law
2012
Criminal & DUI Law
2011
Criminal & DUI Law
2011
Mock Trial-Judge
2010
DUI Law & Criminal defense
2009
Traffic and DUI Law
2006
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