2021 Women in CRE: Judy Simoncic, Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

Name: Judy Simoncic, Esq.

Title: Partner

Company Name: Forchelli Deegan Terrana LLP

In the past year, what project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of?
I was recently appointed chair of the Nassau County Bar Association’s Municipal Law and Land Use Committee. My role as chair of this committee is to provide my fellow committee members with the latest developments in these areas of law. The committee organizes and presents monthly programs on emerging topics of interest to our members and to the members of the NCBA. The committee not only provides insight into the latest legal trends in these areas of law, but equally as important, it provides an opportunity for our members to collaborate and share their own legal experiences with one another. It is an honor for me to be the chair of this committee. I look forward to an exciting two years in this position.

How do you advocate for your fellow women in real estate?
Early in my career, I was the only woman at our firm practicing commercial real estate law. Despite being the only woman, I made a decision to follow my passion for real estate. I now represent sophisticated real estate developers and Fortune 500 companies handling complicated real estate development projects. I know the challenges women face especially in a field that was once predominantly men. I have made it a priority to help other women achieve success in this field. I am a founding member of FDT’s Women’s Initiative executive leadership team. Our goal is to give young women the tools to advance professionally and personally. I am now among many successful women practicing real estate at FDT.