
Roy Eugene Miller, Criminal Defense Attorney in Santa Rosa, California
Over 32 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury · 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatHansen Miller Law Firm
Santa Rosa, CA
Practicing criminal defense in Santa Rosa since 1994.
- 32+
- Years practicing
- 4.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Roy Eugene Miller is a member based in Santa Rosa, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury. Roy has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hansen Miller Law Firm. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Santa Rosa, CA
- Experience
- over 32 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Personal Injury
- Handles Criminal Defense and Personal Injury matters from Santa Rosa, CA.
- Over 32 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Roy Eugene Miller: Roy Eugene Miller is a member based in Santa Rosa, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury. Roy has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hansen Miller Law Firm. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Roy's practice areas in Santa Rosa
Roy concentrates on criminal defense and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Roy handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Criminal Defense cases in Santa Rosa, California
Roy takes criminal defense matters in Santa Rosa, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Roy agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Santa Rosa, California
Roy takes personal injury matters in Santa Rosa, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Roy agrees to represent you.
Biography
Roy Eugene Miller, criminal defense attorney serving Santa Rosa
Roy Eugene Miller is a member based in Santa Rosa, CA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury. Roy has over 32 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hansen Miller Law Firm. Rated 4.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Roy works from Santa Rosa, California and takes on criminal defense matters across the region.
Roy E. Miller was raised in San Diego, California and attended the University of Arizona graduating in 1989 with a degree in Political Science. He is a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He graduated from California Western School of Law in San Diego and was admitted to the California bar in 1994. After two years of practice in San Diego, Roy moved to Lakeport, California. Following two years of insurance defense and criminal defense practice, Mr. Miller joined the Lake County District Attorney's Office as a prosecutor. He handled the county's domestic violence and sexual assault caseload as well as vehicular homicide cases and white collar crime. After spending five years as a prosecutor in Lake County, Mr. Miller joined Monte Hansen in Santa Rosa, California and together they formed the Hansen & Miller Law Firm. Mr. Miller handles all criminal defense matters including homicides, domestic violence, drug sales, white collar crime, gang cases, and DUI cases. He practices both in California state court and the U.S. Federal District Court for the Northern District (SF Bay Area) and the Eastern District (Sacramento Area). He lives near Santa Rosa and is married with two children. In addition to sponsoring activities for the FFA and 4H foundations, Hansen & Miller Law Firm also supports youth sports in the Sonoma County Area.
Working with Roy on a criminal defense matter
Roy E. Miller was raised in San Diego, California and attended the University of Arizona graduating in 1989 with a degree in Political Science. He is a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He graduated from California Western School of Law in San Diego and was admitted to the California bar in 1994. After two years of practice in San Diego, Roy moved to Lakeport, California. Following two…
Clients Roy works with
Roy reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense and personal injury matters in Santa Rosa and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Roy studied and practices
California Western School of Law
JD · 1994
California Western School of Law, San Diego CA
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Jurisdictions
Roy's state bar admissions
California U.S. Dist
1994 · ACTIVE
Roy studied at JD in California Western School of Law and — in California Western School of Law, San Diego CA.
Law school and academic background
Roy completed JD in California Western School of Law and — in California Western School of Law, San Diego CA. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Roy runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Roy's legal honors and published work
Roy has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Roy Eugene Miller's office in Santa Rosa
Roy's primary office is at 415 Russell Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA, 95403. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Roy Eugene Miller — 4.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Roy. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing criminal defense attorneys in Santa Rosa.
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How to hire Roy Eugene Miller — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Roy usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Roy charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Roy'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; Roy will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in Santa Rosa, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense 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 Roy
Roy discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense 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. Roy confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Roy's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Roy Eugene Miller
How much does it cost to hire Roy for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Roy walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Roy offer a free consultation?
Roy charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Roy's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Roy's current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in California typically take?
Simple criminal defense 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. Roy gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Roy take my case if I'm outside Santa Rosa?
Roy is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Roy 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 Roy?
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. Roy will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Roy accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Roy's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Criminal Defense attorneys serving Santa Rosa, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Roy handles criminal defense matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified criminal defense attorneys in that community.
- Santa Rosa1,482 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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