Our Attorneys:

Associate - Jerry W. Simmons

Jerry W. Simmons (jsimmons@smymlaw.com)  received his Juris Doctorate from the Pepperdine University School of Law. He received his Masters degree in Education Policy and Administration from Harvard University, and his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from San Jose State University. During law school, he worked at the California State University and California Community College General Counsel’s Offices. He also serves as a member of the governing board of Sierra Community College.

Prior to joining Spector, Middleton, Young & Minney, LLP, Mr. Simmons was a senior associate at the Charter Schools Development Center (CSDC), which provided technical assistance to developing and operating charter schools. Jerry advises charter schools on all aspects of charter school creation and operation.