Fernando is OC Estate & Elder Law’s workplace guru and one of the few people to have an answer to almost any estate planning or probate question. For this, he’s earned himself the nickname “Foogle.” Fernando handles this accolade with customary modesty but will admit that he has resolved some of the most complex probate and trust administration cases.
Fernando Orrego has a pile of top tier experience in estate planning, probate administration, and asset protection. This includes trusts, trust administration, probate of any and all estate assets imaginable, elder law, and Medicaid planning. Fernando can draft your socks off to ensure he provides you with a customized estate plan to meet your family’s dynamic needs.
Prior to becoming an attorney, Fernando worked as a financial advisor in New York City and South Florida for many years. He is somehow able to explain complex legal and financial matters to an audience that is still awake when he’s finished. And yelling encore. Every law firm should be run by “Foogle” so OC Estate & Elder Law is lucky to have the only one.
Education
Juris Doctorate degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Bachelor of Business Administration from Pace University in New York, New York
Leadership, Membership & Honors
Joined Citibank N.A. and focused his efforts in the international client market, during which he earned the Citistar Award and was nationally recognized for his work.
Active member and former Vice-President of the Synergy Chapter of Business Networking International in Hollywood, Florida.
Active member of the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
Chair of the Hollywood Chamber Legal Alliance.
Avvo Rating: Excellent! - Rated Avvo 2016 Top Contributor Level within Probate
Practice areas
Languages spoken
English, Spanish, Russian
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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FL | Member in Good Standing | 2013 | 03/08/2022 |
Legal answers | 92 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2021 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2020 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2019 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2018 |
Top 3 Estate Planning Lawyers | Three Best Rated | 2018 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2017 |
Nova Trial Association | NSU Shepard Broad Law Center | 2012 |
Citistar | Citibank N.A. | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Partner | OC Estate & Elder Law | 2016 - Present |
Attorney | WFP Law | 2013 - 2016 |
Legal Assistant | WFP Law | 2010 - 2013 |
Financial Advisor/Banker | Citibank, N.A. | 2005 - 2009 |
Licensed Banker | Washington Mutual Bank | 2003 - 2005 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys | Member | 2017 - Present |
Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys | Member | 2017 - Present |
Leadership Hollywood | Member | 2016 - Present |
Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2015 - Present |
Greater Hollywood Chamber Legal Alliance | Chair | 2015 - Present |
Stephen R. Booher American Inn of Court | Member | 2013 - Present |
BNI Synergy Hollywood | Vice President | 2013 - Present |
Broward County Hispanic Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Florida Bar, Elder Law Section | Member | 2013 - Present |
ElderCounsel | Member | 2013 - Present |
Broward County Bar Association | Member | 2013 - Present |
Florida Bar, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section | Member | 2011 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2011 - Present |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Nova Southeastern University | JD - Juris Doctor | 2012 |
Pace University | BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration | 2003 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Wien Center For Alzheimer's Disease - Annual Alzheimer's Education Seminar | Elder Law - Estate Planning | 2019 |
Regional Bank Manager Meeting | Estate Planning & Probate | 2018 |
Presentation | Elder Law - Medicaid Planning | 2018 |
Wien Center for Alzheimer's Disease & Memory Disorders | Medicaid Planning - Planning for the Aging Population | 2017 |
Hollywood Chamber of Commerce | Medicaid Planning: Like Climbing Mount Everest | 2016 |
CPA Forum - Broward Chapter | Probate Nightmare: The Need to Get Your Estate Plan Ready | 2015 |
BNI | Probate Nightmare: The Need to Get Your Estate Plan Ready | 2015 |
SunTrust Trust and Estates Roundtable | Probate Administration of a Foreign Decedent's Estate | 2013 |
Retirement Seminar for Lynn University Employees | Estate Planning | 2013 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Sale of Home - Formal Probate Administration | Court approval for sale of home granted in 2 weeks |
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Lissette Crescimone, Probate Attorney on May 12, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Corey, Probate Attorney on Mar 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Fernando Orrego is a very knowledgeable and helpful attorney. He is always willing to go over and above what is asked of him for purposes of satisfying his clients or even helping with peers. This is an attorney you can truly count on and trust. He is passionate about his work and about helping others which makes him an asset to the legal community.
Lissette Crescimone, Probate Attorney on May 12, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Richard Corey, Probate Attorney on Mar 23, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Fernando Orrego is a very knowledgeable and helpful attorney. He is always willing to go over and above what is asked of him for purposes of satisfying his clients or even helping with peers. This is an attorney you can truly count on and trust. He is passionate about his work and about helping others which makes him an asset to the legal community.
Jennifer Rosinski, Probate Attorney on Feb 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Fernando is a skilled attorney who works hard for his clients.I often refer friends and family to him for probate matters. He is well-respected in the legal community.
Oleg Otten, Probate Attorney on Jan 20, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Orrego demonstrates an excellent knowledge of the law and compassion to help people in need. He has earned respect from his colleagues in the legal industry. I fully endorse him.
Michael Weiss, Trusts Attorney on Jan 9, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I am happy to endorse this lawyer. Fernando is an excellent attorney. He is very knowledgeable, diligent, and genuinely cares about his clients.
Robert Cohen, Probate Attorney on Dec 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Very well respected in the community. Excellent choice.
Sean Cleary, Elder law Attorney on Dec 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I wholeheartedly endorse this lawyer. A brilliant, trustworthy and highly respected attorney in the legal community.
Antonio Roldan, Estate planning Attorney on Dec 8, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Fernando is extremely knowledgeable in his field. Takes his time to make sure that his clients understand everything involved in their legal affairs, and truly cares to work with each client individually to meet their needs.
Juliet Alcoba, Probate Attorney on Dec 4, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Mr. Orrego puts his clients first and makes himself available to address their needs. His clients receive personalized attention. He goes above and beyond to ensure their needs are met. The probate process generates intense emotions and he delicately addresses the issues that tend to arise between family members of the deceased.
Christopher Fowler, Probate Attorney on Dec 3, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Fernando is a very knowledgeable practitioner who is excellent with clients. I would recommend him to all of my clients to handle probate matters.
Cheryl-Dene Spring, Estate planning Attorney on Nov 25, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Fernando is extremely knowledgeable in the area of Estate planning. His experience in the financial industry allows him to think outside the box. Clients whom I have referred to him were pleased and impressed. He is one of the best.
William Soler, Estate planning Attorney on Nov 14, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is a great attorney, always available, and very knowledgeable in the area of Estate Planning.
Alejandro Larrazabal, Unknown Attorney on Nov 14, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Fernando has proven to be very thorough and diligent in the work he's done.
Horacio Sosa, Estate planning Attorney on Nov 14, 2014
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse this lawyer. Very passionate about his work. Fernando always willing to go the extra mile for his clients. Highly recommended.
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