Real Estate & Business Solutions in Kansas City
Innovative Solutions to Unique Challenges:
The F.T.Miller Law Firm can get your deal closed.
Real Estate
Transactions & Finance
Transactional Expertise at Every Stage of the Deal
Ford Miller delivers strategic, end-to-end legal counsel across the full lifecycle of property acquisition, disposition, and financing. Whether you're working on a commercial, multifamily, or industrial project, Ford tailors his approach to align with your goals, ensuring each deal is structured for success.
From first draft of the purchase contract to in-depth due diligence & a smooth closing, Ford is committed to executing transactions that maximize value while minimizing risk. He brings a seasoned eye to deal structuring and a practical mindset to negotiations, helping clients anticipate hurdles before they arise.
With deep experience in real estate finance, Ford is a skilled advocate when bargaining for favorable loan terms and crafting creative financing solutions. Whether it’s a traditional mortgage, seller financing, layered capital stack, or a 1031 exchange, Ford gives his clients the advantage of making informed, strategic decisions at every turn.
The result?
Clearer paths to closing, better financial outcomes, and the confidence to pursue your next investment with a trusted legal partner by your side.
Business Structures
& Partnerships
Strategic Business Structuring for Growth and Resilience
The F.T.Miller Law Firm can help entrepreneurs and established business owners alike build the legal foundation to succeed in today’s competitive market. Whether you're launching a startup, restructuring an existing enterprise, or formalizing a strategic partnership, Ford delivers tailored guidance to support your long-term vision.
With a keen understanding of entity selection, regulatory compliance, and operational logistics, Ford works side by side with clients to secure the permits and licenses they need, draft strong partnership and operating agreements, and develop governance frameworks that support sustainable growth.
Every business is unique — so Ford’s solutions are never one-size-fits-all. He listens first, then builds structures that align with your goals, mitigate your risks, and keep you positioned to capitalize on new opportunities as they arise.
From kitchen table startups to complex joint ventures, Ford helps clients make smart decisions, avoid costly missteps, & lay the legal groundwork for success. With a smart legal foundation, your ideas have room to grow —
And power to last.
Zoning &
Development
Zoning & Land Use Strategy to Unlock Development Potential
Clients turn to Ford for guidance through the complex maze of land use codes, development processes, & approval roadblocks. With a deep understanding of municipal procedure and strategic know-how, Ford helps clients navigate zoning ordinances, secure permits, and obtain the entitlements needed to bring ambitious projects to life.
Whether pursuing a rezoning, variance, lot split, or subdivision approval, Ford works to align each project with local rules — or advocate for changes when the regulations stand in the way. His approach blends legal precision with practical problem-solving, empowering clients to advance projects efficiently and with confidence.
In a landscape where zoning rules evolve and local politics matter, Ford offers more than compliance — he delivers strategy. Ford helps clients maximize the potential of their land, engage productively with city staff and elected officials, and clear a path from vision to groundbreaking.
Because, in real estate development:
Success isn’t just about what you build—
it’s about knowing how to get it approved.
ABOUT FORD
With the F.T. Miller Law Firm in their corner, entrepreneurs, nonprofit organizations, and real estate investors and developers gain access to legal solutions crafted to seize opportunity, minimize risk, and thrive in a fast-evolving marketplace. Ford Miller is a trusted advisor known for his depth in real estate due diligence and strategic business planning. His practice spans zoning and entitlements, real estate finance, nonprofit governance, and startup advising — all grounded in a real-world understanding of how deals get done. A lifelong resident of Kansas City and graduate of the University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Law, Ford brings local insight and professional savvy to every client relationship. Ford’s career began at a national title company, where he served as both an escrow officer and underwriting counsel. That early exposure to the full lifecycle of real estate transactions — from the perspectives of buyers, sellers, and lenders — laid the groundwork for his practical, deal-focused approach. He later joined a multifamily investment firm, where he specialized in due diligence, creative ownership structures, and entitlement strategy. Today, that experience powers his ability to guide clients through everything from single-property acquisitions to complex, multi-phase development projects. Entrepreneurs lean on Ford for more than just legal paperwork. He helps clients structure and grow businesses with long-term success in mind — whether that means optimizing cash flows, navigating regulatory hurdles, or negotiating with city and state agencies for building and operating approvals. Ford has advised restaurateurs on budgeting and permitting, ranchers on scaling herd operations, consultants on asset protection strategies, and auto dealers on expanding into new markets. If you’ve got vision, Ford helps make it real. Ford also brings deep experience to nonprofit clients, helping them stay compliant while staying focused on their mission. His background in governance and regulatory strategy allows boards and executive teams to operate with confidence, knowing their legal foundation is sound. Contact the F.T. Miller Law Firm to explore how Ford can help you navigate the legal landscape with confidence — whether you're building a business, launching a nonprofit, developing property, or negotiating with City Hall.