Michelle Fernando

Michelle Fernando
Biography
Michelle Fernando collaborates with both the Canadian and global knowledge and innovation teams to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy aimed at enhancing efficiency and smarter working practices. With nearly 15 years of expertise in this area, Michelle leads the firm's innovation team with a steadfast commitment to leveraging AI and legal technology to benefit the firm and its clients.
By fostering close collaboration with our practising lawyers, Michelle and her team meticulously identify, deploy, and integrate the most appropriate legal tech solutions tailored to each practice area. This approach not only boosts efficiency but also significantly enhances the quality of our work product. Furthermore, we excel in developing bespoke solutions that cater to the unique needs of our clients, thereby solidifying our position as a trusted partner.
Prior to joining Norton Rose Fulbright, Ms. Fernando played a key role in developing and implementing knowledge management, legal process improvement and legal project management initiatives at her former firm.
Professional experience
Rankings and recognitions
Rankings and recognitions
- Gold Award - The LexisNexis Canada Award for Best Use of Technology in a Law Firm, Canadian Law Awards 2022
- Excellence Award - Best Use of Technology in a Law Firm, Canadian Law Awards 2021
- Gold Award - Best Use of Technology in a Law Firm, Canadian Law Awards 2020
- Highly Recommended Designation - Legal Week Innovation Awards 2019
- Global Chair Innovation Award - Norton Rose Fulbright 2018
Education
Education
- M.E.S., York University, 2002
- LL.B., Osgoode Hall Law School, 2002
- B.Sc.(Hons.), University of Toronto, 1998
Admissions
Admissions
- Ontario 2003
Memberships and activities
Memberships and activities
- Canadian Bar Association
- Ontario Bar Association
- Law Society of Upper Canada
- Toronto Knowledge Management Legal Forum
- International Legal Technology Association