Christopher Steven Miller

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Christopher Steven Miller

also known as Christopher Miller

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 13 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Pasadena, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Juvenile ... +5 more

15 S. Raymond Suite 202, Pasadena, CA

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About Christopher

Biography

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Practice Areas

8

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 14%

13 years

14%
DUI and DWI 14%

13 years

14%
Juvenile Law 14%

13 years

14%
Personal Injury 14%

14%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 14%

14%
Violent Crime 14%

14%
White Collar Crime 14%

14%
Other 2%

2%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 13 years

State: California

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Christopher Miller

15 S. Raymond Suite 202, Pasadena, CA, 91105

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Christopher Steven Miller's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

70 Client Reviews

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Posted by Paige | February 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

IF THE OUTCOME MATTERS - HIRE CHRIS MILLER

If you don’t have time to read this entire review, all you need to know is that you will not regret hiring Chris Miller.  Chris will handle your case with the utmost care and professionalism and get you the best possible outcome.  He is attentive and knowledgeable and won’t let you down.  He will wor...k harder and smarter than any attorney in ca.  I can promise you this! Chris Miller is one of the greatest attorneys I have ever had the pleasure of working with.  Although, I have had an exemplary career within the legal and criminal justice system, I found myself facing felony charges after a domestic altercation with my husband. Throughout my career I have worked with many attorneys but I have never had to do so in a situation where I was the defendant.  I was obviously terrified and uncertain as to what to do and where to go to for help.  CA is not my home state which made things even more bewildering.   My first instinct was to search the internet for attorneys.  A couple of “big” names and fancy law offices kept coming to top of my search.  I was immediately drawn to a defense attorney that was formerly a prosecutor.   Having worked in the legal system, I thought a former prosecutor was just what I needed.  I also fortuitously stumbled upon Chris Miller’s website.  His reviews were amazing and I opted to reach out to both Chris and the “former prosecutor”. Chris personally called me back within the hour and we scheduled a meeting that was quick and convenient. The other attorney’s paralegal contacted me. Upon meeting Chris, I immediately felt at ease.  He did not judge me or make me feel like a criminal.  He was supportive and informative.  He described several of my options and potential strategies.  He formulated a couple of different plans to intervene at the police level and hopefully stop charges before they were even filed.  After leaving the meeting, I had specific knowledge of the process and of strategies I could use.  I took this knowledge with me to my second meeting with the “former prosecutor” During our meeting, the former prosecutor told me that unfortunately, in the state of CA, a person charged with domestic violence is GUILTY UNTILI PROVEN INOOCENT.  What?  Isn’t this the exact opposite of how the justice system is supposed to work??!!!  I brought up some very valid points and tried to understand where he was coming from but he just made me feel like a horrible criminal.  He told me that unfortunately I was at the mercy of the judge.  I asked him about some of the strategies that Chris had mentioned and he said they either wouldn’t work or weren’t viable options!  I left his office crying. WELL Guess what Mr. Former Prosecutor???  CHIRS’s Strategies DID work and I WON my case! Trusting my gut and hiring Mr. Miller was the best decision I could have made!  He supported me, kept me informed throughout the case, answered all of my texts and calls (even though some might have seemed crazy), and, most importantly, he made me feel like a friend that he truly cared about. He was always there for me when I had questions, we thoroughly talked through different strategies and outcomes, and his depth and breadth of the CA legal system was, not only helpful, but also impressive.  The care and attention that Chris has given me has been nothing short of amazing.  He put in the extra work and respected my emotions and desires regarding the outcome of my case.  I am very impressed with his effectiveness, professionalism, and the rapport he has with the police investigators and with the city attorneys.  I believe this combination of qualities is what led to a positive outcome for my case.  Chris got the best possible outcome for me and can do the same for you!  Do not hesitate to hire Mr. Miller.  You will not regret it!

Posted by Rich | December 19, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Great Attorney!

Chris helped me with my DUI case and I couldn’t be happier having an experienced and knowledgeable attorney by my side representing me. He helped me greatly throughout the whole process and also made it possible for the outcome to be a lot better than expected. I highly recommend Chris, he is very pr...ofessional and will be with you every step of the way.

Posted by Steve | September 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent Lawyer!

I, UNFORTUNATELY, FELL VICTIM TO A DUI & DID SOME ONLINE SEARCHING FOR LOCAL LAWYERS WITH A GOOD TRACK RECORD. I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO COME ACROSS CHRIS & RAVE REVIEWS PERTAINING TO HIS DUI REPRESENTATION. UPON OUR FIRST PHONE CALL, HE TOOK ALL THE TIME NEEDED TO GO OVER THE PROCESS OF WHAT TO ANTICIPA...TE WITH A DUI, HOW HE COULD BENEFIT MY SITUATION & HIS SERVICES HE PROVIDES. BY THE END OF OUR CALL, HE HAD ME SOLD & I ENLISTED IN HIS ASSISTANCE. HE WAS FAIRLY PRICED & OFFERED REALISTIC PAYMENT OPTIONS. HE'S ALWAYS BEEN EXTREMELY ATTENTIVE WITH ANY CALLS, TEXTS OR EMAILS I'VE SENT HIM. ALONG WITH THAT, HE FULLY ELABORATED ON ALL QUESTIONS HAD, WHEN THEY WOULD ARISE & PROVIDED SOLUTIONS QUICKLY. NEVER WAS THERE A MOMENT I FELT TAKEN ADVANTAGE OF, NEGLECTED OR LAST ON HIS LIST. OUR COMMUNICATION WAS CONSTANT & ALWAYS CONVENIENT WITH MY SCHEDULE. UPON MEETING IN PERSON, HE'S VERY WELL PUT TOGETHER, PROFESSIONAL & HANDSOME! DURING OUR FEW IN PERSON INTERACTIONS AT THE COURTHOUSE, HE'S ALWAYS BEEN COMPLIMENTARY & NEVER LEFT ME FEELING BEWILDERED OR LIKE I WOULDN'T KNOW HOW TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE COURTROOM. CHRIS IS BEYOND EXCELLENT WITH THE SERVICES PROVIDED! I COULDN'T HAVE ASKED FOR A BETTER LAWYER IN THIS TROUBLING TIME. WITH HIS GUIDANCE & MY DRIVE TO PRIORITIZE COMPLETING ALL NECESSARY STEPS TO GET THIS DUI OFF MY CHEST, WE MANAGED TO CONQUER THE WHOLE THING IN A MATTER OF ABOUT 6 MONTHS. FINGERS CROSSED THAT I NEVER HAVE TO REFER HIM TO A FRIEND OR FAMILY MEMBER IN THE SCENARIO OF A DUI, BUT IF SO OR YOU'RE LOOKING FOR A DYNAMITE LAWYER - I WILL PRAISE HIS ABILITIES & SUGGEST HIM TO ANYONE LOOKING FOR DEPENDABLE GENTLEMAN! THANKS A MILLION, CHRIS!

Posted by Laura | April 14, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Great Lawyer

Christopher Miller is a great attorney. He got my husband's conviction expunged. Miller is experienced, understanding, honest, very professional, and extremely efficient. Definitely an attorney I would recommend to family and friends.

Posted by Carol | January 22, 2018 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Exceptional Lawyer!

After talking to over a dozen lawyers throughout the week, I ended up hiring Christopher Miller for my DUI case and I couldn't be happier. When we spoke on the phone he remembered my Thumbtack inquiry which had been a week ago and that surprised me a little. I had spent so much time looking for someo...ne that I almost did not have time to request a DMV hearing. When I hired Chris, he immediately filed for one and sent me a copy. He made sure to answer all my questions thoroughly which made me feel much more secure about my case. I knew I had hired the right lawyer when he told me that “we'd” get through this. He's smart and compassionate. When several of the other lawyers I spoke with were just worried about money or facts, Chris actually cares about his clients. Having an accident along with my DUI was something that was really worrying me but Chris did his best to ease my fears. My entire outcome was a lot better than I expected. Actually, it was exactly as he had said it would turn out. If anything ever happens again, I know who to call.

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Christopher Steven Miller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Josef Sadat

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Miller Time! Keeps fighting until he gets what he wants (ie thinks is fair) for his client....hate to be a prosecutor on his case...he’s Floyd Mayweather in the courtroom"

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Dimitry Erudaitius

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I got to see Mr. Miller in action at court, and his work is impressive. This is the type of lawyer that you won't in your corner."

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Robert Liskey

Unknown lawyer | Sep 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ashley Daniel

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Miller is a fantastic defense attorney who goes to great lengths to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients."

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Mark Larson

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is a hard working, ethical and knowledgable attorney. I would trust him to represent a family member. I endorse this lawyer"

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Tania Ochoa

Criminal defense lawyer | May 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Christopher is a zealous advocate for his clients. He listens to clients' needs and works hard to ensure swift and effective results. Christopher is well-connected throughout the legal community. I refer clients to him regularly and know they will be well taken care of!"

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Oganes Oganesyan

Criminal defense lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred multiple clients to Chris who were in need of legal help regarding various issues. Everyone of my referrals were overly pleased with the diligent work ethic Chris approached each file. I highly endorse him!"

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Sarah Hartman

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Knowing Chris for over 13 years, I can truly attest to his excellence, not only as an attorney, but also as a person and a friend. I call Chris to assist on any and all matters that I cannot handle personally, and refer my friends to do the same. He is intelligent and competent, and knows the ins and outs of the California criminal system. I would trust him with even the most daunting challenges."

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Anthony Kidd

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Chris is smart, hardworking, and has great instincts. I highly recommend him for all of your criminal law matters."

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Fabianna Olivares

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Chris is a fantastic attorney. He is meticulous in his preparation and is passionate about criminal defense. Most of all, he gets results for his clients. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Adnan Chaudhry

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Friend

"I have known Chris for years. He is intelligent, caring and passionate. He works hard and is committed to excellence."

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Sharen Ghatan

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I’ve had the great fortune of working with attorney Miller on several case matters. He is always very pleasant, professional and highly organized. He is dedicated to his clients and a pleasure to work with. You’ve made a strong choice in Christopher Miller as your advocate!"

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Brian Hurwitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the pleasure of working on a criminal case with Mr. Miller. He is very intelligent and skilled attorney. He has an incredible courtroom presence that really sets himself apart. His meticulous preparation resulted in a great outcome for our client. I would highly recommend Mr. Miller."

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Alexander Biddle

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Friend

"Chris is a very tough, prepared litigator--criminal and civil. Whenever I need to find someone a great criminal defense attorney, Chris is at the top of my list. He's a hungry attorney who will make your case a major priority. Any client would be lucky to have him."

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Yvette Gutierrez

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Christopher is a highly respected attorney in the legal community. He professional and very knowledgeable in his field."

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Leslie Reyes

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christopher is fair and knowledgeable in criminal law. He gets the best possible outcome for his clients. I endorse this lawyer!"

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Joshua Biletsky

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Christopher's dedication for the defense of his clients is exemplified by his professional demeanor and experience in criminal law. I would recommend Christopher as a criminal defense attorney."

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Todd Sternberg

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Josef Sadat

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Dimitry Erudaitius

Criminal defense lawyer

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Mukund Arun

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Wade

Criminal defense lawyer

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Ashley Daniel

Criminal defense lawyer

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Arcine Mananian

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Oganes Oganesyan

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Negin Yamini

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Shawn Matian

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Brian Hurwitz

Criminal defense lawyer

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2024

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2023

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2022

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2020

Pasadena - Top Attorneys, Los Angeles Magazine

2020

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2019

Client's Choice, Avvo

2019

Top Attorneys, Pasadena Magazine

2018

Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top Pro, Thumbtack

2018

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2018

Top Attorneys, Pasadena Magazine

2017

Top Pro, Thumbtack

2017

Clients Choice Award - 2017, Avvo

2016

Best of 2016 (Top Criminal Defense Attorney), Thumbtack

2015

Best of 2015 (Top 10 Attorneys in Los Angeles), Thumbtack

2010

Witkin Award for Academic Excellent in Const. Criminal Procedure, Southwestern Law School

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Christopher Miller

1900 - Present

Principal, The Miller Law Firm

2013 - 2014

Contract Attorney, Law Office of Anthony Kidd

2013 - 2014

Volunteer Attorney, Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles

2012 - 2013

Associate Attorney, Lattie Malanga Libertino, LLP

Associations

2015 - Present

Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brother

2014 - Present

Legal Aid Foundation

Volunteer Attorney

2012 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles

Volunteer Attorney

Sample of Legal Cases

People v. Levario

Case Dismissed on day of preliminary hearing. Client was rehired by employer next day.

People v. Gallegos

Felony and strike allegation dismissed. Client received a minor misdemeanor and no jail time.

People v. Sherrod

All misdemeanor charges dismissed. plead to one traffic infraction and re

People v. Rhoad

Case Dismissed after Preliminary Hearing

People v. Garcia

Client accepted into Veteran's Court to receive treatment and no jail time. Upon successful completion, all charges will be dismissed.

People v. McGrath

Case Dismissed

People v. Hooten

Felony counts dismissed. Client received time served and a misdemeanor.

People v. McGrath

The case was dismissed pursuant to a successful 1538.5 motion to suppress evidence that argued the search of the Defendant's car was unconstitutional.

People v. Gevork S. et al.

All charges dismissed against my client.

People v. Urquilla

DUI charge dismissed.

People v. Pallios

All charges dismissed.

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Education

2012

Southwestern University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

University of Southern California

BS - Bachelor of Science - Psychology

2008

University of Southern California

Minor - Law and Psychology

N/A

University of Southern California

BA

Speaking Engagements

2019

Big Brothers Carreer Seminar

Employment and Career Seminar

2016

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles

Employment and Career Seminar - Criminal Defense Attorney

Languages

English

Activity

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