David D. Miller
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David D. Miller
Biography
Mr. Miller completed his undergraduate education at the University of California in 1968. Upon graduation, he served on active duty in the United States Marine Corps, serving in the Republic of Vietnam in 1969. Mr. Miller spent 27 years in the Marine Corps Reserve, attaining the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. After leaving active duty in the Marines, Mr. Miller attended the University of San Diego School of Law, graduating in 1974. Upon graduating law school, Mr. Miller worked as a criminal defense attorney for several years before starting his own civil litigation practice in 1982.
Mr. Miller has over 35 years of experience practicing law, primarily representing plaintiffs in the areas of civil litigation and medical malpractice. He is a board-certified civil trial specialist and has served as a faculty instructor for the National Board of Trial Advocacy, an organization which is accredited by the State Bar of California. In addition, since 2008, he has been awarded a rating of AV Preeminent by Lexis-Nexis® Martindale-Hubbell®, which signifies that Mr. Miller is nationally ranked as possessing the highest possible rating for legal skills and ethical standards. Since 2008, Super Lawyers has also recognized Mr. Miller in their annual publication of top attorneys in San Diego in the area of medical malpractice.
Practice Areas
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Nursing Home Abuse
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Ranger Qualified United States Marine Corps
Year: 1968 - 1972
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Lieutenant Colonel United States Marine Corps
Year: 1969 - 1972
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Managing Partner Miller & James, LLP
Year: 2007 - Current
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Managing Partner Miller, King & James
Year: 2004 - 2007
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Managing Partner David D. Miller & Associates
Year: 1988 - 2004
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Managing Partner Miller, Lima & Olmstead
Year: 1980 - 1988
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Managing Partner Miller & Dilman
Year: 1977 - 1980
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Associate Hetter, Glick & Haviland
Year: 1975 - 1977
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Professional Associations
Litigation Counsel of America Senior Fellow (2017 - Current)
Litigation Counsel of America Fellow (2010 - Current)
National Board of Trial Advocacy Civil Trial Specialist (1997 - Current)
State Bar of California  # 66863 Member (1975 - Current)
Awards
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2011.0
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Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorney in San Diego, CA
Super Lawyers 2011.0
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Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorney in San Diego, CA
Super Lawyers 2012.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2013.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2014.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2014.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2015.0
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Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorney in San Diego, CA
Super Lawyers 2015.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2016.0
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Best Law Firms
The U.S. News - Best Lawyers 2017.0
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Top 100
National Trial Lawyers 2017.0
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Top 25 Medical Malpractice Lawyers
The Medical Malpractice Trial Lawyers Association 2017.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2012.0
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Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
The Best Lawyers in America 2017.0
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Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorney in San Diego, CA
Super Lawyers 2018.0
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Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorney in San Diego, CA
Super Lawyers 2017.0
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The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100
The National Trial Lawyers 2017.0
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Medical Malpractice Trial Lawyers: Top 25
The National Trial Lawyers 2017.0
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Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorney in San Diego, CA
Super Lawyers 2016.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2017.0
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AV Preeminent™ 5.0 out of 5.0 Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2017.0
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Civil Trial Specialist
National Board of Trial Advocacy 1997.0
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Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorney in San Diego, CA
Super Lawyers 2010.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2010.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2010.0
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Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorney in San Diego, CA
Super Lawyers 2009.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2008.0
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Top Rated Medical Malpractice Attorney in San Diego, CA
Super Lawyers 2008.0
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AV Preeminent™ Rating
Martindale-Hubbell® 2009.0
Education
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University of San Diego School of Law J.D. (1975) | Law
Year: 1975
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University of California - Santa Barbara B.A. (1968)
Year: 1968
Certifications
- Civil Trial Advocacy: National Board of Trial Advocacy
Miller & James, LLP
2550 Fifth Ave, #710, San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 685-0011