Geri Hernandez, Esq.

Geri Hernandez, Esq. has a diverse work experience in various legal and human resources roles. Geri currently serves as In-House Counsel for the Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority since November 2020. Prior to this role, Geri worked as Legal Counsel at Montgomery Jonson LLP starting in November 2019.

Before transitioning to a legal career, Geri gained extensive experience in human resources, serving as a Human Resources Advisor at Pitney Bowes from July 2018 to October 2019. In this role, they provided HR and ER leadership, managed complex ER investigations, and defended against claims.

Earlier in their career, Geri worked at Macy's Inc. in multiple roles. Geri was the Director of Employee Relations/Human Resources, where they developed national strategies for managing compliance claims and addressing workplace issues. Geri also served as In-House Legal Counsel, advising on corporate legal matters and ensuring compliance.

Geri's legal career began at the City of Cincinnati, where they worked from 1990 to 2006 as a Legal Counsel & Litigator, Sr. Assistant City Solicitor. During this time, they represented the City in various legal proceedings.

Overall, Geri Hernandez, Esq. brings a wealth of legal and human resources experience to their current role as In-House Counsel, stemming from their previous positions at Montgomery Jonson LLP, Pitney Bowes, Macy's Inc., and the City of Cincinnati.

Geri Hernandez, Esq. pursued their education in a chronological manner. Geri attended The University of Texas at Austin from 1984 to 1986, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government & Middle Eastern Studies. Following this, they enrolled at the University of Cincinnati College of Law from 1986 to 1989, where they obtained a Juris Doctor (JD) degree with a specialization in Law.