Miranda Cecily Franks
Law Office Of Miranda C. Franks • Spring Valley, CA
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Email
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3322 Sweetwater Springs Blvd., Spring Valley, CA, 91977, US
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About
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.
About Probate Law
Probate attorneys guide families through the estate administration process after a loved one passes. They handle court filings, asset distribution, and dispute resolution. Common matters include estate administration, will contests, heir disputes, trust administration.
Credentials
Education
1993 Thomas Jefferson SOL law 1989 Univ of California Santa Barbara BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
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
Associations
2012 - Present Probate Attorneys of San Diego Member 2007 - 2007 Foothills Bar Association President 2007 - 2008 Spring Valley Chamber of Commerce President 2005 - 2007 Lawyers Club of San Diego Board Member 2005 - 2008 Foothills Bar Association Board Member
Speaking
2014 Law Week Understanding Conservatorships 2009 Foothills Bar Association, Trust and Estates Section Death of a Sole Practitioner
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Updated: May 25, 2026