In recognition of his leadership and contributions to the firm, we are proud to announce that John Holton has become a named partner of our firm, which is now Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler.

John has built a reputation as a trusted advocate for clients and a leader in complex litigation. He exemplifies the values of integrity, excellence, community engagement, and client-first service that are so important to our firm. John’s elevation to named partner reflects not only his legal acumen and unwavering commitment to client advocacy, but also his alignment with our firm’s core values.

John’s practice focuses on serious personal injury cases and complex business disputes. He regularly appears before the North Carolina Business Court and has litigated several cases involving novel and complex legal issues shaping North Carolina jurisprudence.

Before joining the firm, John represented Fortune 500 companies, major insurers, and hospital systems as a defense attorney. He is licensed in both North and South Carolina and is active in numerous professional organizations including the NC and SC Bar Associations, Wake County Bar Association, American Advocates for Justice, and the North Carolina Advocates for Justice.

Please join us in congratulating John on this well-deserved recognition. We are thrilled to move forward as Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler, continuing to serve clients throughout North Carolina with dedication and distinction.

Learn more about John here: https://millermonroelaw.com/about-the-firm/john-w-holton/

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North Carolina Super Lawyers recognized five MMHP partners for 2025:

• Jason Miller, Business Litigation
• Jeffrey Monroe, Personal Injury
• John Holton, Personal Injury
• Paul Flick, Alternative Dispute Resolution
• William Plyler, Personal Injury

Business North Carolina recognized four MMHP partners to its “Legal Elite” list for 2025:

• Jason Miller, Business
• Jeffrey Monroe, Litigation
• John Holton, Litigation
• Paul Flick, Litigation

MMHP is a boutique litigation firm in Raleigh, NC with an emphasis on business disputes and personal injury litigation.

*Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations. Selections are made on an annual, state-by-state basis. For more information about the Super Lawyers methodology, visit http://www.superlawyers.com/about/selection_process.html.

**This year’s Legal Elite class represents 4% of the state’s 32,535 active attorneys to date. This year’s annual directory of Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite is based on the responses of a DataJoe Research survey distributed to every active member of the N.C. State Bar residing within the state. Attorneys are then asked whom they rate among the current best in business-related categories. Attorneys can’t vote for themselves, but they may select members within their firm as long as they vote for an out-of-firm attorney in the same category.

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• https://packinsider.com/2024/12/12/nc-state-wr-dacari-collins-re-signs-with-savage-wolves-for-2025/ 
• https://247sports.com/college/north-carolina-state/article/nc-state-wr-dacari-collins-announces-return-for-2025-season-241971415/ 

Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler represents athletes, businesses, and institutions in the sports industry, including in contract negotiations, disputes, and litigation matters.  Rob Rader and Jason Miller, both North Carolina licensed attorneys and registered athlete agents, spearhead MMHP’s sports law practice.  For more information, please visit: https://millermonroelaw.com/practice-areas/sports-law/

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Brantmeier played the No. 1 position for the Tar Heels’ 2023 National Championship winning women’s tennis team and is currently the lead plaintiff in the ongoing federal lawsuit against the NCAA challenging its prohibition on student-athletes’ acceptance of prize money earned in non-NCAA events, such as the US Open Tennis Championships and the US Open Golf Championships, among others.  Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler (with Joel Lulla, of counsel) and Milberg represent Brantmeier in the litigation.

Brantmeier competed in the 2021 US Open Tennis Championships, earning prize money through her performance, but was prohibited from retaining most of it under longstanding and outdated NCAA rules.  Even then, the NCAA objected to certain tournament expenses submitted by Brantmeier, including her mother’s share of uber rides and hotel costs, which she was permitted reimbursement through prize money earned.  After forcing her to miss the first semester of her freshman year, the NCAA eventually certified Brantmeier’s eligibility in January 2023.  In March of 2024, Brantmeier filed a federal antitrust class action lawsuit against the NCAA seeking to strike down such prize money restrictions.

“For both her tennis prowess and legal courage, Brantmeier claims the top spot in the Triangle Ten, the News & Observer’s annual list of the most influential people in Triangle sports.”

Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler represents athletes, businesses, and institutions in the sports industry, including in contract negotiations, disputes, and litigation matters.  Rob Rader and Jason Miller, both North Carolina licensed attorneys and registered athlete agents, spearhead MMHP’s sports law practice.  For more information, please visit: https://millermonroelaw.com/practice-areas/sports-law/

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RALEIGH — September 24, 2024 — Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler is pleased to announce that Morgan Brown has joined the firm’s civil litigation team and was sworn in to practice law in the State of North Carolina by the Honorable Paul C. Ridgeway, Senior Resident Superior Court Judge.  Born and raised in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Morgan’s academic journey began at the University of Iowa, where she graduated with a B.A. in Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Leadership in 2018.  Seeking warmer weather and new opportunities, she relocated to Louisiana to attend law school at Southern University Law Center.

Morgan graduated magna cum laude in May 2022, earning her Juris Doctor degree.  While at Southern, Morgan was actively involved as co-chair of the Office of Student Affairs and contributed to the Board of Student Advisors, the Tax Law Society, and the Class Planning Committee.

Before moving to North Carolina, Morgan practiced law in Louisiana, gaining extensive experience in a variety of legal matters.  She has represented clients in complex legal disputes, appeared in appellate courts, and participated in federal court mediations.  In addition to her practice in Louisiana, Morgan is admitted to the bar in Iowa.

With Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler, Morgan’s practice areas will include commercial and construction litigation as well as personal injury, where she brings a dedicated personal approach to each case she handles.

“We are thrilled to have Morgan on our team.  Her diligent, unwavering approach and high character are ever-present in her work.  Morgan’s personality dovetails perfectly with our firm culture and she has already begun delivering value to our clients,” said Jason Miller, Partner, Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler.

“Morgan has quickly become a tremendous asset to our firm.  She displays an aptitude for navigating complex legal issues.  Having recently been admitted to practice in North Carolina, she is excited to get back into the courtroom as an advocate for our clients,” said Jeff Monroe, Partner, Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler.

Founded in 2009, Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler is a civil litigation firm serving corporations, small businesses, and individuals in the Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill areas, and throughout the State of North Carolina.  The firm’s primary practice areas include business and commercial litigation, construction litigation, personal injury and wrongful death, estate litigation, land condemnation, sports law, and general civil litigation matters.

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Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler (with Of Counsel Joel Lulla) and Milberg filed an antitrust class action lawsuit against the NCAA in U.S. District Court.  The lawsuit seeks to strike down the NCAA’s unlawful restrictions on student-athletes’ acceptance of prize money earned for their performance in non-NCAA competitions.  Reese Brantmeier, a sophomore at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and current No. 2 ranked singles and No. 1 ranked doubles collegiate tennis player in the country, filed the action on behalf of herself and other student-athletes competing in individual sports whose earning abilities have been suppressed by the NCAA’s ongoing restrictions.

The MMHP sports law team representing Reese Brantmeier and other student-athletes includes Jason Miller, Rob Rader, Jeff Monroe, William Plyler, and Joel Lulla.  The lawsuit has been covered nationally and locally by various media outlets:

• The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/5346029/2024/03/18/reese-brantmeier-ncaa-lawsuit-tennis-prize-money/
• USA Today: https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/college/2024/03/19/ncaa-lawsuit-prize-money-amateurism-north-carolina/73024800007/
• WRAL: https://www.wralsportsfan.com/unc-tennis-player-sues-ncaa-over-prize-money-rules/21336886/
• Yahoo! Sports: https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/north-carolina-tennis-player-files-suit-challenging-ncaas-rule-that-prevents-players-from-winning-prize-money-132734451.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAEEg3uFvlxZij8PDBRZiIr_w3kz_VvxWeF2G4mjf2qhTY1Os1min9Z5Ka1CeqMhz41HkjG372RYO3GsWF2SsI5Oyl_hdvbVqHaBjTGftil6tUMb1Q6LKASwW9iOspO4sw4MBLuCpEGOFFNf7IoKu3xUzBpBmUhbFRHDnlpExsdGK

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RALEIGH, NC. Attorneys from Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler (together with Of Counsel Joel Lulla) and Milberg have filed a class action lawsuit on behalf of University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (“UNC”) student Reese Brantmeier alleging antitrust violations against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (“NCAA”). The lawsuit asks a U.S. District Court to strike down the NCAA’s restrictions on student-athletes’ acceptance of prize money earned in non-NCAA competitions.

The NCAA’s longstanding “amateurism” rules prohibit student-athletes from accepting prize money earned primarily through participation in non-NCAA competitions, such as the U.S. Open Tennis Championships, the U.S. Open Golf Championship, the U.S. Swimming Championships, and the U.S. Track and Field Championships.

Reese Brantmeier, a sophomore at UNC and currently the No. 2 ranked singles and No. 1 ranked doubles collegiate tennis player in the country, filed the action on behalf of herself and other student-athletes competing in individual sports whose earning ability has been suppressed by the NCAA’s unlawful and anticompetitive restrictions.

The NCAA refused to certify Brantmeier as an amateur in the fall of 2022, her first semester of college and on the UNC Women’s Tennis team, citing her acceptance of tournament prize money at the 2021 U.S. Open as a violation of the NCAA’s Rules protecting “amateurism.” Brantmeier advanced to the third round of singles in the 2021 U.S. Open Qualifying Tournament and lost in the first round of the main draw of the 2021 U.S. Open Mixed Doubles Championship.

Despite being entitled to receive over $40,000 in prize money, in an effort to preserve her eligibility to play collegiately, Brantmeier accepted the applicable NCAA cap of $10,000 plus her “actual and necessary” expenses as permitted by the NCAA.

Specifically, the NCAA challenged Brantmeier’s inclusion of the full cost (rather than half) of the hotel room she shared with her mother during tennis tournaments as part of her expenses — Reese was a 16-year-old high school junior at the time. Likewise, the NCAA objected to Brantmeier’s expense for a racket restringing 15 days prior to the competition, stating that this expense fell outside an alleged 14-day window that is absent from its rules, but the NCAA contended was “generally applied.”

As a result of the NCAA’s investigation, Brantmeier missed the fall 2022 NCAA tennis season and was not cleared to play until January 2023, after the NCAA required her to personally contribute more than $5,000 to charity.

“We are hopeful that the NCAA has been so focused on their myriad adverse court rulings that have struck down illegal NCAA rules that restrict student-athlete benefits and compensation, particularly NIL-related compensation, that they simply haven’t paid attention to their still-existing illegal prize money rules that arbitrarily discriminate against student-athletes in non-revenue sports. We are cautiously optimistic that by bringing this action, we are now forcing the NCAA to focus on their prize money rules and they will agree that the rules are illegal, discriminatory and unfair and must be rescinded” said Joel Lulla, Of Counsel to Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler and faculty member at The University of Texas at Austin.

“Reese and many other student-athletes have been harmed and continue to be harmed by the NCAA rules and by-laws that prevent these athletes from accepting prize money they have earned through non-NCAA competitions. Reese does not seek money but aims to eliminate the NCAA’s illegal and arbitrary restrictions,” said Peggy Wedgworth, a Senior Partner at Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman.

“Reese has done all the right things in life. She is a remarkable student and athlete. She plays by the rules. She gave up tens of thousands of dollars in prize money and still lost her first semester of college tennis based on the NCAA’s arbitrary, misguided, and trivial rules. We see this lawsuit as an opportunity to prevent this from happening again to other student-athletes like Reese,” said Jason Miller, a partner with Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler.

Through attorneys with Milberg and Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler, Brantmeier is seeking an injunction prohibiting the NCAA from enforcing its anticompetitive and unlawful rules restricting student-athletes’ acceptance of prize money earned in non-NCAA competitions.

About Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler.

Founded in 2009, Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler is a boutique civil litigation firm serving corporations, small businesses, and individuals throughout the State of North Carolina. Its litigation team has decades of in-court litigation experience and extensive business acumen. The firm’s primary practice areas include complex business and construction litigation, sports law, personal injury and wrongful death, and general civil litigation.

About Milberg Coleman Bryson Phillips Grossman.

Since the firm’s founding in 1965, it has repeatedly taken the lead in landmark cases that have set groundbreaking legal precedents, prompted changes in corporate governance, and recovered over $50 billion in verdicts and settlements. The firm pioneered federal class action litigation and is widely recognized as a leader in defending the rights of victims of corporate and other large-scale wrongdoing.

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Location: Raleigh, North Carolina (Hybrid Position: Remote and In-Person)

Position Type: Paid Part-Time Legal Extern (6-10 hours per week; flexible on days and times)

Company: Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler, Attorneys at Law

Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler, a boutique litigation firm located in Raleigh, North Carolina, is actively seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an extern with our land condemnation and eminent domain practice group. This position offers a unique opportunity to work closely with our skilled attorneys and contribute to the growth and expansion of our land condemnation practice. It would be well suited for a college or law student who seeks a part-time, flexible position during the semester.

Role and Responsibilities:

As an extern with the firm, you will play a vital role in supporting our legal team in the intricate area of land condemnation and eminent domain matters. Your responsibilities will include:

• Working with attorneys and staff to target public works projects and identify publicly available information needed to develop potential clients and prepare cases.
• Assisting attorneys with data collection, data entry, and content creation related to land condemnation cases.
• Utilizing Excel and other tools for efficient data management.
• Collaborating on digital marketing initiatives to promote our land condemnation practice.
• Participating in both remote and in-person tasks as necessary, maintaining a flexible work arrangement.
• Providing assistance in developing legal marketing strategies and digital media content.
• Engaging in tasks that support the overall growth and success of the land condemnation practice.

Qualifications:

• Interest in real property law, land condemnation, eminent domain, legal marketing, and digital media.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, data collection, data entry, and content creation.
• Excellent attention to detail and a meticulous approach to tasks.
• Honest, hardworking, and reliable with a strong sense of timeliness.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently while also being a team player.
• Interest in supporting the growth of land condemnation and eminent domain practice.

About Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler:

At Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler, we pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to high-quality representation, competitive fees, and community engagement. Our attorneys have extensive experience in various industries, allowing us to provide tailored legal advice that aligns with our clients’ specific business needs.

Our land condemnation practice, led by partner Will Smith, offers a unique advantage with his 8 years of experience both inside the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and representing the NCDOT in court. This insider’s perspective allows us to provide clients with informed counsel and effective guidance throughout the condemnation process.

Why Join Us:

• Collaborate with experienced attorneys and professionals in a boutique litigation firm.
• Contribute to the growth and development of our specialized land condemnation practice.
• Engage in meaningful work that impacts property owners’ rights and legal outcomes.
• Gain exposure to real property law, client acquisition strategies, practice building and development, legal marketing, and digital media strategies.
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid work environment that respects your time and commitments.

If you are passionate about legal support, dedicated to excellence, and eager to contribute to the expansion of a dynamic land condemnation and eminent domain practice, we invite you to apply.

How to Apply:

To apply for the position, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant skills and interests to wsmith@millermonroe.com.

Learn More About Us: Visit our main site at https://millermonroelaw.com/ to learn more about our firm and the impactful work we do.

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Miller Monroe Holton & Plyler was featured on the cover of this month’s Attorney At Law Magazine. 

If you would like to read the article, click here.

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Will Smith, head of the firm’s Eminent Domain and Land Condemnation Practice, is a featured author in the January 2023 edition of “Attorney At Law” Magazine.  Will’s article, titled “Practical Insights on Early-Stage Eminent Domain Cases,” provides lessons to other attorneys that Will learned during his eight years working in state government and representing the NCDOT in eminent domain matters.

The insights in the article are also useful to any owner whose property is being affected by government action, especially those property owners who have received a “Notice of Project” or been contacted by a right-of-way agent for a transportation project.

The piece can be read here:  Will’s Article

Should you have any questions regarding an eminent domain or condemnation issue, Will can be reached at wsmith@millermonroe.com or 919-341-3774

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