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Robert S. Miller, Personal Injury Attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Wapner Newman

Philadelphia, PA

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Robert S. Miller is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Wapner Newman.

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Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA
Experience
attorney
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Personal Injury
  • Handles Personal Injury matters from Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).

About Robert S. Miller: Robert S. Miller is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Wapner Newman.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Robert takes on

Robert concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Personal Injury cases in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Robert takes personal injury matters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Robert S. Miller — personal injury lawyer in Philadelphia

Robert S. Miller is an attorney based in Philadelphia, PENNSYLVANIA. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Wapner Newman.

Robert S. Miller is a partner in the firm of Wapner Newman. In 2009, the firm’s name was changed to include Miller in recognition of his many accomplishments. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 31, 1968, Mr. Miller earned his Bachelor’s degree from the Pennsylvania State University and received his Juris Doctorate from Widener University School of Law in 1992.

Mr. Miller has proudly served as Chairperson of the Philadelphia Bar Association Arbitration Committee. He has lectured to colleagues on multiple topics including proper preparation of a case for Arbitration. He has also lectured extensively for numerous organizations and schools on personal injury litigation. Mr. Miller has been recognized as a 2022 Pennsylvania Super Injury Lawyer and a 2020 Best Lawyers In America, Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, Philadelphia, PA.

Mr. Miller concentrates his practice in matters of personal injury including motor vehicle accident litigation, slips/trips and falls, premises liability, construction site accidents as well as medical malpractice. Mr. Miller is known for his attention to detail and thorough preparation of his cases for litigation. As a result, Mr. Miller has enjoyed great success representing and protecting his injured clients and their interests. He is a member of the Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Philadelphia Bar Associations, as well as the American, Pennsylvania and Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Associations. He is admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1992), New Jersey (1992) and before the United States District Court, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (1994), District of New Jersey (1994) and the United State Court of Appeals, Third Circuit.

Robert's approach to personal injury cases

Robert S. Miller is a partner in the firm of Wapner Newman. In 2009, the firm’s name was changed to include Miller in recognition of his many accomplishments. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 31, 1968, Mr. Miller earned his Bachelor’s degree from the Pennsylvania State University and received his Juris Doctorate from Widener University School of Law in 1992. Mr. Miller has proudly…

The kind of cases Robert takes

Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Widener University – Delaware Law School

    J.D. · 1992

Robert studied at J.D. in Widener University – Delaware Law School.

Law school and academic background

Robert completed J.D. in Widener University – Delaware Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Pennsylvania is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Robert has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).

Locations

Robert S. Miller's office in Philadelphia

Robert's primary office is at 1628 John F Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 800, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Wapner Newman

1628 John F Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 800

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103

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Hiring guide

How to hire Robert S. Miller — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert'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; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Robert

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every personal injury 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. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Robert S. Miller

  • How much does it cost to hire Robert for a personal injury case?

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

  • Does Robert offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do personal injury cases in Pennsylvania typically take?

    Simple personal injury 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. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Philadelphia?

    Robert is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Robert 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 Robert?

    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. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Robert accepting new personal injury clients right now?

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

Areas served

Personal Injury attorneys serving Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania

Robert handles personal injury matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.

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