Jeremy Fernando

Jeremy Fernando is a dedicated and accomplished associate attorney specializing in community association law and litigation. He earned his Juris Doctor from Marquette University Law School, graduating with honors and ranking in the top 15% of his class. During his time at Marquette, Mr. Fernando distinguished himself as an Associate Editor of the Marquette Law Review and was an active member of the Pro Bono Society, contributing significantly to the Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinic. Mr. Fernando’s legal expertise is grounded in his diverse experiences during his internships, clerkships, and professional practice. He was a member of the Corporate Practice in Greenberg Traurig’s Chicago office, where he represented insurance companies and other institutional investors in U.S. and cross-border private placements of securities. Mr. Fernando focused his practice on private placement financings, project financings, credit tenant lease financings, and other types of secured and unsecured lending transactions. His international experience includes transactions in the Netherlands, England, Ireland, Australia, and Germany. Additionally, Mr. Fernando served as a Summer Associate at Greenberg Traurig, LLP, gaining hands-on experience in high-stakes legal matters. His internships with The Honorable Lynn Adelman at the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin and The Honorable Rebecca Dallet at the Wisconsin Supreme Court provided him with invaluable insights into judicial processes and the intricacies of legal research and writing. Before law school, Mr. Fernando graduated cum laude from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Arts in History, where he also honed his advocacy skills as a member of the Moot Court Team. Mr. Fernando’s background includes a strong focus on community association law, where he has worked on a wide range of issues from foreclosure of assessment liens to the defense of lawsuits. His experience at Riddle & Williams, P.C., where he conducted extensive legal research and drafted numerous legal documents, has made him well-versed in the nuances of community association management and property law. Mr. Fernando is committed to providing his clients with thorough, effective legal representation and is passionate about helping communities navigate complex legal challenges. His academic achievements, combined with his practical experience and dedication to pro bono work, make him a valuable asset to our legal team.

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