Christina Fernandez
About Christina Fernandez
Christina Fernandez is a Real Estate Senior Associate Attorney at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York, specializing in commercial real estate transactions. She previously worked at Holland & Knight LLP and holds a Juris Doctorate from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law.
Work at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
Christina Fernandez serves as a Real Estate Senior Associate Attorney at Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP in New York, New York. She has held this position since 2019, focusing on various aspects of real estate law. Her responsibilities include representing real estate development firms and Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) in transactions involving the acquisition, sale, development, and financing of diverse property types. These property types encompass hospitality, retail, office, multi-family, industrial, and mixed-use projects.
Previous Experience at Holland & Knight LLP
Prior to her current role, Christina Fernandez worked at Holland & Knight LLP in Chicago, Illinois, as a Corporate Associate from 2015 to 2019. During her four years there, she gained significant experience in corporate law. Additionally, she served as a Summer Associate at Holland & Knight LLP in both 2013 and 2014, completing two-month internships in Chicago and Miami, respectively. These experiences contributed to her foundational knowledge in the legal field.
Education and Expertise
Christina Fernandez holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management from the University of Florida, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. She furthered her education at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, earning her Juris Doctorate from 2012 to 2015. Her academic background equips her with a strong foundation in both business and legal principles, enhancing her expertise in real estate law.
Specialization in Real Estate Law
Christina Fernandez specializes in the origination and restructuring of commercial real estate mortgage and mezzanine loans. Her expertise allows her to navigate complex financial transactions and provide legal guidance to clients in the real estate sector. This specialization is critical for her role in representing clients in various real estate transactions and developments.