MELISSA DURAN

Meet Melissa Duran, a seasoned and Emmy award-winning journalist with over two decades of experience, distinguished for her expertise in crime and court reporting. Melissa's journey into working with attorneys was profoundly influenced by her father, a retired attorney and judge whose strategic approach to each case left an indelible mark on her. 

As a storyteller, Melissa has seamlessly merged her love for the law with her narrative strength. Her commitment to unraveling the complexities of crime and court proceedings has shaped her into a journalist with a unique perspective. 

Melissa, a native of El Paso, Texas,  graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Journalism. She honed her skills and eventually returned to her roots as a weekend news anchor and reporter for the CBS affiliate in El Paso. Melissa's compelling storytelling ability caught the attention of a news director in Las Vegas, leading her to become a weekend morning anchor and reporter for CBS in the vibrant city. She expanded her media expertise before delving into a decade-long career with the city of Las Vegas as a television host and producer. Wanting to explore the legal system more, Melissa created Renew Media, which helps companies share the untold side of their businesses. While Renew Media works with every type of business, she specializes in assisting attorneys in branding their firms, skillfully merging her passion for narratives with a love for the law.