Michael B. Miller, General Attorney in New York
focused on General and Litigation
New, NY
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Michael B. Miller is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on General and Litigation.
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- New York, NEW YORK
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- General · Litigation
- Handles General and Litigation matters from New York, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law (2026).
About Michael B. Miller: Michael B. Miller is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on General and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Michael B. Miller
Michael concentrates on general and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General cases in New York
Michael takes general matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in New York
Michael takes litigation matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Michael B. Miller — Attorney of New York general experience
Michael B. Miller is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on General and Litigation.
Michael Miller is regularly called on to help clients overcome complex litigation challenges in both federal and state courts and in regulatory proceedings. His practice includes all aspects of complex antitrust, privacy, financial services and commercial litigation. Mr. Miller also frequently counsels clients on related issues.
Recent cases have included representation of a large U.S. bank in several different U.S. antitrust cases (including several class actions) arising out of credit card issuance and related industries; a prominent information-services firm in multiple large class actions brought under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and related statutes across the country; a prominent consumer products manufacturer in antitrust litigation; a large U.S. bank in a series of putative class actions regarding privacy law; a U.S. bank in pending antitrust investigations by federal and state regulators; a number of financial services companies in investigations initiated by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the New York Department of Financial Services; a large auto parts manufacturer in class action Robinson-Patman Act litigation; an international consumer goods conglomerate in Robinson-Patman Act litigation; a European private bank and others in proceedings arising out of the Madoff matter; Lord Jacob Rothschild and several publicly traded English investment trusts in the New York Commercial Division; and a large European bank in U.S. antitrust litigation arising out of currency exchange services.
Mr. Miller is currently a member of the Trade Regulation Committee of the Bar of the City of New York and he speaks and writes frequently on a range of litigation, competition and privacy law matters. He is a former member of the Long Range Planning Committee of the ABA Antitrust Section and was formerly chair of the Section’s Corporate Counseling Committee and editor of The Antitrust Counselor. Mr. Miller is recommended by Legal 500 and Best Lawyers in America.
Mr. Miller graduated magna cum laude, with honors, from Brown University. He is a member of Phi Beta Kappa, and received a Randolph G. Rouse Prize in Economics and the Taubman Prize in Public Policy. During law school, he was the articles editor of the California Law Review and was elected to the Order of the Coif. Mr. Miller has a Post-Graduate Diploma in EC Competition Law from King’s College London.
Working with Michael on a general matter
Michael Miller is regularly called on to help clients overcome complex litigation challenges in both federal and state courts and in regulatory proceedings. His practice includes all aspects of complex antitrust, privacy, financial services and commercial litigation. Mr. Miller also frequently counsels clients on related issues. Recent cases have included representation of a large U.S. bank in…
Who Michael represents
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and litigation matters across New York.
Credentials
Michael B. Miller's legal education and bar admissions
Brown University
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Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
New York, New York S
ACTIVE
Michael studied at — in Brown University.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed — in Brown University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Michael B. Miller
Michael has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Antitrust
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Antitrust (2026).
Locations
Michael B. Miller's office in New York
Michael's primary office is at 250 West 55th Street, New York, New York, 10019-9601. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Michael B. Miller — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general 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 Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael B. Miller
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in New York typically take?
Simple general 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside New York?
Michael is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new general clients right now?
Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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