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About Miranda
Biography
Ms. Franks has comprehensive experience in estate planning and business planning as well as litigation involving senior placement and caring, and estate and trust disputes. Her motto is "proper planning is always less costly than litigation". It is Miranda's philosophy that planning for the future, and continually being aware of the status of your estate and business assets are the best way to avoid litigation and unintended distributions of wealth.
Miranda received her Batchelor of Arts in English from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and her law degree from Thomas Jefferson Law School. She has received credentials as a certified mediator, and when applicable seeks to provide solutions to contested matters through alternate dispute resolution methods. Miranda is actively involved in educational programs within the San Diego legal community, and is regularly invited to speak at seminars on the subject of estate planning and probate.
Ms. Franks was born and raised in Southern California, and has lived here most of her life. She resides in Rancho San Diego with her son Dylan and three cats, Cecily, Mango and Nacho.
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Licensed in California for 32 years
State: California
Acquired: 1993
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Location
Law Office Of Miranda C. Franks
3322 Sweetwater Springs Blvd., Suite 203, Spring Valley, CA, 91977
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Miranda Cecily Franks's Reviews
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Posted by Sarah | October 27, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Great attorney who makes you feel like family
ful at making you feel well taken care of. She has prepared documents for me, as well as my friends. Very helpful throughout the years to myself and loved ones. The entire office staff is very compassionate during hard times and difficult decisions. If you have a problem that isn't in her scope of th...
Posted by anonymous | March 1, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very Nice, Very Easy to Talk With, Sincere
Ms. Franks was very kind from day one. Our situation was emotional and difficult and we had no idea what the "Probate" process was .... Mariam Ms. Franks paralegal works extremely hard to keep up with Ms. Franks as its a busy office. But the most beautiful office I have ever seen! Breathtaking Views...
Posted by anonymous | March 16, 2015
A conscientious, excellent attorney!
We had Miranda so our revocable living trust, and were impressed with her knowledge and her skills. Our situation was a little complex, and Miranda was competent and paid attention to every little detail. She is wonderful and I would not hesitate to have her take care of all our attorney needs!
Posted by Rick | October 4, 2014
Honest, sincere and friendly
Miranda is wonderful. My wife and I set up a trust to protect our family and our assets. Miranda explained all of the ins and outs and we are now fully informed and we also enjoy peace of mind knowing that our children will be taken care of if something happens to us. Miranda is also knowledgeable...
Posted by Patricia | October 2, 2014
Wish all attorneys were like her
I have never met an attorney that is so willing to sit down one on one go over everything in detail and treats you with respect and not another name and number passing through. My father died and it was a very hard time and so many questions on what to do. She was there.
Miranda Cecily Franks's Lawyer Endorsements
"Miranda Franks is a great attorney. Not only is she extremely qualified as an estate planner and a litigator, but she regularly participates in pro bono work which benefits our community."
Jennifer Hughes
Estate planning lawyer
Experience
Honors
1997
Wiley W. Manuel Award, State Bar of California
1997
Distinguished Service Award, San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
1996
Wiley W. Manuel Award, State Bar of California
1995
Wiley W. Manuel Award, State Bar of California
1995
Outstanding Match Award, Volunteers in Parole
1994
Wiley W. Manuel Award, State Bar of California
Work Experience
1993 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Miranda C. Franks
Associations
2012 - Present
Probate Attorneys of San DiegoMember
2007 - 2007
Foothills Bar AssociationPresident
2007 - 2008
Spring Valley Chamber of CommercePresident
2005 - 2007
Lawyers Club of San DiegoBoard Member
2005 - 2008
Foothills Bar AssociationBoard Member
2004 - 2009
Spring Valley Chamber of CommerceBoard Member
2000 - 2009
Better Business BureauMember
1997 - 1999
Lawyers Club of San DiegoBoard Member
1997 - 1999
Lawyers Club of San Diego (East County chapter)President
1993 - 2009
San Diego County Bar AssociationProbate and Estate Planning Section Member
Education
1993
Thomas Jefferson SOL
law
1989
Univ of California Santa Barbara
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Law Week
Understanding Conservatorships
2009
Foothills Bar Association, Trust and Estates Section
Death of a Sole Practitioner
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers