About Ms. Laura M.
Laura M — Miranda is a seasoned criminal defense attorney based in New York City. She earned her Juris Doctor from Cornell Law School in 1989, following a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Cornell University in 1986. With over 34 years of experience, Ms. Miranda has built a robust practice specializing in many criminal cases. Her expertise includes defending clients against charges such as DWI, murder, manslaughter, vehicular assault, gang assault, drug trafficking, conspiracy, weapons offenses, sex crimes, burglary, robbery, larceny, and white-collar crimes. Throughout her career, Ms. Miranda has represented clients across multiple jurisdictions, including New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Puerto Rico.
She has also handled cases that extend to Mexico, showcasing her versatility and commitment to her clients. Admitted to practice in the New York State Supreme Court, Appellate Division, First Department, she is also licensed in the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Southern, and Northern Districts of New York. Furthermore, her qualifications extend to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First, Second, and Third Circuits, as well as the U.S. District Court for the District of Puerto Rico. From 1996 to 1998, Ms.
Miranda served as a principal law clerk to Judge Nicholas Figueroa in the New York State Supreme Court, Criminal Branch. This role provided her with invaluable insights into the judicial process, enhancing her litigation skills. In addition to her courtroom experience, she has contributed to legal education as a lecturer on criminal defense practice at esteemed institutions, including Cornell Law School, Fordham University School of Law. The City University of New York (CUNY). Her commitment to education reflects her dedication to the next generation of legal professionals. Ms. Miranda is an active member of the New York State Bar Association and the New York State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
Her contributions to the legal field have not gone unnoticed; in 2006, she was recognized as one of "America's Influential Women, Lawyers and Business Executives in the News." This accolade shows her impact and leadership within the legal community. Her law firm, Laura M. Miranda Counselor At Law LLC, operates in both New York City and Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. The firm is dedicated to fighting for justice and preserving clients' rights with integrity and determination. Ms. Miranda's experience and unwavering commitment to her clients make her a advocate in the realm of criminal defense.
