Amy Fernandez
About Amy Fernandez
Amy Fernandez serves as the Vice President, General Counsel, and Assistant Secretary at Trex Company, where she has worked since 2021. She possesses expertise in commercial law and intellectual property law, particularly in patent and trademark law, and has held various legal positions in notable companies throughout her career.
Current Role at Trex Company
Amy Fernandez serves as the Vice President, General Counsel, and Assistant Secretary at Trex Company. She has held this position since 2021, contributing her expertise in commercial law and intellectual property law. Her role involves overseeing legal matters and ensuring compliance with regulations in the Winchester, Virginia, area.
Previous Experience in Law Firms
Before joining Trex Company, Amy Fernandez worked at Wolf Block as an Associate from 2006 to 2008 in Philadelphia, PA. This role provided her with foundational experience in legal practice, which she built upon in her subsequent positions.
Expertise in Intellectual Property Law
Amy Fernandez has specialized knowledge in both commercial law and intellectual property law, particularly in patent and trademark law. Her expertise is evident from her work at Colgate-Palmolive Company, where she served as Chief Patent Counsel, focusing on innovations in toothbrush and packaging.
Educational Background
Amy Fernandez earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from Penn State Dickinson Law, completing her studies from 2003 to 2006. Prior to her law degree, she obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania, which she completed from 1994 to 1999.
Career Progression in Legal Roles
Amy Fernandez has held various significant legal positions throughout her career. She worked as General Counsel for Lavazza Group Americas from 2018 to 2021 and as Assistant General Counsel for Mars Wrigley Confectionery from 2015 to 2018. These roles contributed to her extensive experience in managing legal affairs in diverse industries.