Marianne Miranda
Guiding businesses across borders with expertise in corporate law and regulatory compliance
About
Marianne Maldonado Miranda is the founder of Maldonado Miranda, P.A., a boutique firm focused on corporate law and compliance for entrepreneurs and growing businesses. A former complex commercial litigator, she brings a practical, risk-aware approach to corporate matters --helping clients structure entities, strengthen governance, and implement compliance programs that work across borders. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and licensed in Florida and Puerto Rico, Marianne advises on U.S. market entry, import and trade compliance (including CBP matters), corporate governance, and cross-border structuring. Based in Portugal with deep ties to Brazil and Latin America, she acts as a cross-Atlantic liaison for clients navigating operations, investments, and regulatory requirements between the U.S., Caribbean, Europe, and Latin America.
Practice areas
- General Corporate > Corp Governance
- Commercial Contracts > Distribution Agreements
- Manufacturing > Import Export
- General Corporate
- Commercial Contracts
Services
External General Counsel
Provide businesses with flexible, high-caliber legal support without the need for a full-time in-house attorney. Expertise tailored to your needs in growth, compliance, and transactions to help you scale efficiently.
Corporate Matters & Governance
Offer legal guidance to strengthen business structures and operations, from contract drafting to corporate governance, ensuring alignment with U.S. legal standards and business objectives.
Market Expansion & Business Development
Assist international businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs in entering the U.S. market with strategic legal support, including incorporation, licensing, and compliance for smooth expansion.
Experience
Principal Attorney
Maldonado Miranda PA
Jul 2017 – Present
Attorney
Astigarraga Davis/Reed Smith LLP
Apr 2015 – Jun 2017
Associate
Melendez Torres Law PSC
Jun 2014 – Mar 2015
Doctor of Law (JD)
University of Puerto Rico School of Law
2012
Master's, Spanish Literature
University of Colorado at Boulder
2008
Bachelors, Journalism
Florida Intl. University
2004
