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KJ Miller

Ypsilanti

Summary

Experienced general counsel known for strategic thinking and stakeholder engagement. Successfully navigated complex legal issues and regulatory changes, enhancing organizational compliance and risk management processes to drive business success.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

General Counsel

Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association
Livonia
08.2018 - 02.2026

- Advised executive leadership and board members on legal matters and corporate governance.

- Established and led legal team focused on achieving regulatory compliance and enhancing organizational effectiveness.

- Provided guidance during leadership transitions and regulatory changes, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to implement effective risk management strategies.

- Directed external subject matter experts to strengthen internal legal capabilities and optimize support for business objectives.

- Delivered internal and external training on legal issues impacting organizational operations.

- Guided senior management in risk assessment strategies for litigation and dispute resolution.

Practice Group Leader/Equity Partner

Dickinson Wright
Ann Arbor
02.2014 - 08.2018

- Led multidisciplinary team handling complex insurance, real estate, and financial services litigation, ensuring effective case management and strategy.

  • Defended individual and class action lawsuits in trial and appellate courts in state and federal arenas, securing positive verdicts for clients.
  • Utilized alternative dispute resolution to achieve favorable outcomes aligned with client objectives, enhancing client satisfaction and case resolution.

Equity Partner

Dykema Gossett Law Firm
Ann Arbor
09.2000 - 02.2014
  • Built a multi-state litigation practice generating over a million dollars each year by serving as a trusted thought partner to financial institutions and other entities.
  • Directed and developed litigation strategies across multiple practice areas and jurisdictions, optimizing resource allocation and case outcomes.
  • Advised clients on regulatory compliance and risk management strategies.

Education

J.D. -

Michigan State University College of Law
East Lansing, MI
05-2000

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
05-1986

Skills

  • Litigation strategy
  • Dispute resolution
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Risk management
  • Corporate governance
  • Strategic thinking
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Training and development

Affiliations

Board Member, The Corner Health Center (2016 - Present)

Timeline

General Counsel

Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association
08.2018 - 02.2026

Practice Group Leader/Equity Partner

Dickinson Wright
02.2014 - 08.2018

Equity Partner

Dykema Gossett Law Firm
09.2000 - 02.2014

J.D. -

Michigan State University College of Law

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Michigan State University
KJ Miller