Miranda Patton
About Miranda Patton
Miranda Patton is a Senior Associate Editor at Thomson Reuters, specializing in Trusts and Estates. With a diverse background in both legal and scientific fields, she has held various positions in law and research, including roles at Cushing & Dolan and Brandeis University.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Miranda Patton serves as a Senior Associate Editor in the Trusts and Estates division at Thomson Reuters. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the development and management of content related to trusts and estates. Her role involves editing and overseeing publications that provide legal insights and information relevant to practitioners in the field.
Previous Experience at Cushing & Dolan, P.C.
Prior to her current role, Miranda worked as an Associate in Elder Law and Fiduciary Probate Litigation at Cushing & Dolan, P.C. from 2015 to 2018. During her three years at the firm in Waltham, Massachusetts, she gained experience in legal practices related to elder law and probate litigation.
Educational Background
Miranda Patton holds a Doctor of Jurisprudence from Indiana University Bloomington, where she studied law from 2012 to 2015. She also earned a Master of Science in Biochemistry from Brandeis University, completing her studies from 2006 to 2010. Her educational background combines legal and scientific disciplines, enhancing her expertise in both fields.
Expertise in Legal and Scientific Fields
Miranda possesses expertise in both legal and scientific domains, particularly in biochemistry and microbiology. She has developed skills in advanced laboratory techniques such as GCMS and HPLC, and has experience in designing genetic mutations and conducting enzyme kinetic assays. This unique combination of skills supports her work in legal contexts that intersect with scientific knowledge.
Research Experience
Miranda has a strong background in research, having worked as a Research Technician III at the Veterans Medical Research Foundation from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, she served as a Research Assistant at Brandeis University from 2008 to 2010. Her experience includes conducting independent research projects, which demonstrates her capability in managing and overseeing scientific investigations.