PRESS RELEASES

CORAL GABLES, Fla.  (June 15, 2026) —- Siegfried Rivera is pleased to announce that attorney Fernando Portuondo has joined the firm as a shareholder in the firm’s nationally recognized Real Estate practice group.

A highly respected attorney with decades of experience representing clients in complex real estate transactions, development matters, commercial leasing, acquisitions, financing and related business matters, Portuondo further strengthens the depth and capabilities of the firm’s real estate team throughout Florida and beyond.

Portuondo is Board Certified in Real Estate Law by The Florida Bar, a distinction earned by only a select percentage of attorneys in the state who demonstrate special knowledge, skills, and proficiency in the area of practice, as well as professionalism and ethics in the legal profession. With his addition, Siegfried Rivera now has 15 Florida Bar Board Certified attorneys across multiple practice areas.

“Fernando is a seasoned attorney with decades of experience handling sophisticated real estate matters,” said Oscar R. Rivera, Managing Shareholder of the firm. “His reputation, depth of knowledge and practical approach to client service make him an exceptional addition to our team.”

Rivera added, “Our real estate department is nationally known and recognized for its capabilities, and Fernando’s addition only further strengthens the exceptional level of counsel we provide to our clients throughout the industry.”

Before joining Siegfried Rivera, Portuondo built a distinguished legal career advising developers, investors, landlords, tenants, lenders and business owners in a broad range of real estate and commercial matters. His experience includes structuring and negotiating commercial transactions, handling high-value acquisitions and sales, drafting and negotiating commercial leases and counseling clients through all stages of development and operational matters.

“I am excited to join Siegfried Rivera and collaborate with such a talented and respected team of attorneys,” said Fernando Portuondo. “The firm’s reputation for excellence and commitment to client service aligns closely with my professional values and approach to practice.”

About Siegfried Rivera

Siegfried Rivera’s Real Estate practice group represents developers, investors, lenders, landlords, tenants, condominium and homeowners’ associations and businesses in a wide range of transactional, operational and development matters. The firm is widely recognized for its comprehensive legal capabilities and industry-focused approach to complex real estate issues.

For more information, visit www.siegfriedrivera.com.