Miranda Wargo

Attorney

Miranda Wargo is a litigator with experience representing clients in complex commercial disputes, restrictive covenant and trade secret cases, employment-related matters, construction cases, fraud claims, antitrust matters, and class actions. At Gardner Skelton, Miranda supports the firm’s Litigation, Employment, and Construction practices, bringing clear, persuasive written advocacy and thoughtful legal analysis to help clients navigate complex disputes.

Before joining Gardner Skelton, Miranda practiced commercial litigation in Chicago, where she represented clients in state and federal court through all stages of litigation. Her experience includes drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery materials, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents; managing large-scale document reviews and productions; preparing witnesses; conducting and defending depositions; and arguing motions in court.

Miranda also brings international legal experience. She has served as a legal intern for the United Nations International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia in The Hague, worked in German Parliament supporting the Committee for European Affairs, and completed other legal work in Germany—experiences that strengthened her interest in advocacy, international law, and clear written analysis. 

Miranda's Practice Areas

Business Litigation
Construction Law
Education
  • J.D., Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, 2016
  • B.A., Psychology, English, and German, University of Texas at Austin, 2012
Admissions
  • Illinois
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Illinois
Awards & More
  • Rising Star Award, National Immigrant Justice Center, 2018 

Approach

Miranda is known for being kind, collaborative, and willing to help. Clients can expect straightforward answers, transparency, and careful attention to the details that shape litigation strategy. She values open communication and enjoys working through ideas with others, whether she is analyzing a legal issue, preparing written advocacy, or helping clients understand the path forward. 

Making a Difference

Miranda has a strong commitment to pro bono work, particularly matters involving immigration and access to justice. In 2018, the National Immigrant Justice Center selected her as one of eleven attorneys in the United States to receive its Rising Star Award, honoring attorneys who have shown exceptional dedication to helping immigrants access justice through significant pro bono contributions. Her pro bono work has included U Visa matters and a successful asylum case for an unaccompanied minor child. 

More about Miranda

Miranda spent part of her childhood in Germany and speaks German. Her life and work have also taken her to many other places, including Tennessee, Connecticut, Florida, Texas, the Netherlands, Chicago, and now Charlotte. Outside the office, Miranda spends most of her time with her husband, two young sons, and their dog, Laika. When she has time to herself, she enjoys reading, hiking, drawing, and being in nature.

A dedicated reader, Miranda is always happy in a bookstore. She also appreciates a good podcast, various kinds of tea, and the feeling of having a well-organized to-do list— preferably with a good cup of tea or sweet treat close by. 

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