Craig Dana Miller

Craig Dana Miller, Business Attorney in San Francisco, California

Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and M&A

Partner, Co-Chair, Financial Services and Banking, Capital Markets, Mergers and Acquisitions, VenturatManatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

San Francisco, CA

Practicing business in San Francisco since 1993.

33+
Years practicing
1
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Craig Dana Miller is a partner, co-chair, financial services and banking, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, ventur based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Craig has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.

Based in
San Francisco, CA
Experience
over 33 years
Known for
Business · General · M&A
  • Handles Business, General, and M&A matters from San Francisco, CA.
  • Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Craig Dana Miller: Craig Dana Miller is a partner, co-chair, financial services and banking, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, ventur based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Craig has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Craig takes on

Craig concentrates on business, general, m&a, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Craig handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in San Francisco, California

Craig takes business matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.

General cases in San Francisco, California

Craig takes general matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.

M&A cases in San Francisco, California

Craig takes m&a matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.

Securities cases in San Francisco, California

Craig takes securities matters in San Francisco, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Craig agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Craig Dana Miller — business lawyer in San Francisco

Craig Dana Miller is a partner, co-chair, financial services and banking, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, ventur based in San Francisco, CA. The practice focuses on Business, General, and M&A. Craig has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP.

Craig Dana Miller is a lawyer practicing corporate & finance, financial services and banking, global payments and 4 other areas of law. Craig received a degree from Occidental College, Los Angeles CA, and has been licensed for 33 years. Craig practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in San Francisco, CA.

Working with Craig on a business matter

Craig Dana Miller is a lawyer practicing corporate & finance, financial services and banking, global payments and 4 other areas of law. Craig received a degree from Occidental College, Los Angeles CA, and has been licensed for 33 years. Craig practices at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP in San Francisco, CA.

Clients Craig works with

Craig reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and m&a matters in San Francisco and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University

    JD · 1993

  • Occidental College, Los Angeles CA Loyola Law School, Los Angeles CA Occidental College A.B.

Jurisdictions

Craig's state bar admissions

  • California

    1993 · ACTIVE

Craig studied at JD in Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University and — in Occidental College, Los Angeles CA Loyola Law School, Los Angeles CA Occidental College A.B..

Law school and academic background

Craig completed JD in Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University and — in Occidental College, Los Angeles CA Loyola Law School, Los Angeles CA Occidental College A.B.. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Craig runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Craig's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Membership Activities Appointed Member, California State Bar Financial Institutions Committee Wexner Heritage Foundation fellow Member, Board of Directors, Camp Ramah of Northern California

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Locations

Craig Dana Miller's office in San Francisco

Craig's primary office is at 30th Floor, One Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, CA, 94111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

30th Floor, One Embarcadero Center

San Francisco, CA 94111

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Hiring guide

How to hire Craig Dana Miller — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Craig usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Craig charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Craig will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in San Francisco, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Craig

Craig discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Craig confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Craig's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Craig Dana Miller

  • How much does it cost to hire Craig for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Craig walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Craig offer a free consultation?

    Craig charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Craig's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Craig's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in California typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Craig gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Craig take my case if I'm outside San Francisco?

    Craig is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Craig will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Craig?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Craig will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Craig accepting new business clients right now?

    Craig's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Business attorneys serving San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego in California

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