Author Archive | Jason A. Miller

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Domestication de-mystified: Four Steps for executing on your foreign judgment in North Carolina

In January, we discussed the judgment execution process.  In light of positive feedback, we wanted to follow that post by addressing a related, and equally intimidating process: domesticating a foreign judgment.  That is, if you are an out-of-state judgment creditor with a judgment against a North Carolina resident or corporation, how do you enforce your […]

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Can a Prevailing Party Recover Its Attorneys’ Fees?

Clients are naturally curious as to whether they can recoup their attorneys’ fees if they prevail in litigation.  The short (and disappointing) answer is: typically not.  Under the antiquated (and arguably more logical) “English Rule,” the losing party was forced to pay both its own attorneys’ fees and the prevailing party’s.  Unfortunately for successful litigants, […]

Alexandra E. Davis Joins Miller & Monroe

For Release 9 a.m. EST July 26, 2016 Alexandra E. Davis Joins Miller & Monroe RALEIGH — July 26, 2016 — Miller & Monroe is pleased to announce that Alexandra Davis joined the firm’s litigation practice in April 2016. A 2015 graduate of Campbell Law School, Alexandra commenced her legal career as a volunteer law […]

Jason Miller and Jeff Monroe named to 2016 Legal Elite list.

Miller & Monroe PLLC is pleased to announce that partners Jason A. Miller and Jeffrey R. Monroe were selected to the 2016 Legal Elite list by Business North Carolina magazine in the Litigation and Young Guns categories, respectively.  This marks the fourth consecutive year that Mr. Miller has been honored by Business North Carolina magazine. […]

Miller Admitted To Practice Law in State of New York

In June 2015, Jason A. Miller, partner with Miller & Monroe, was admitted to practice law in his native State of New York.  Business clients and investors will now be able to rely on the same predictable quality service and expertise of Miller & Monroe when doing business in the Empire State.  If you do […]

Monroe Inducted Into Hall of Fame

Miller & Monroe is proud to announce that partner Jeff Monroe was recently inducted into the Hampden-Sydney College Athletic Hall of Fame.  Jeff graduated as one of the most decorated players in Hampden-Sydney basketball history, helping the Tigers to win 100 games and three league championships in his four year career.  Jeff led the team […]

The Life Cycle of a Lawsuit – Blog 1 of 3 – Filing Suit

Although every case is different, most lawsuits follow the same general pattern.   This blog will help you to understand the general life cycle of a lawsuit.  Let’s start with a quick overview.  All suits begin with an initial complaint and answer, followed by hearings on any preliminary motions (i.e. Motions to Dismiss).   The next step […]

My business partner is misappropriating funds from our business. What can I do?

When faced with a difficult situation like this, there are two legal paths that you can follow.  First, you can bring an individual lawsuit against your business partner seeking monetary damages for misappropriated funds.  Second, depending on a number of factors, you may be able to force the corporation to bring the lawsuit against your […]

True Meaning of Memorial Day

As we prepare to enjoy Memorial Day weekend, Miller & Monroe would like to remind everyone to take time to remember the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.  Without their brave sacrifices, we would not have the freedom to enjoy this holiday with our family and friends.  Travel […]