Enrique M. Fernando | |
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13th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines | |
In office July 2, 1979 – July 24, 1985 | |
Appointed by | Ferdinand Marcos |
Preceded by | Fred Ruiz Castro |
Succeeded by | Felix Makasiar |
80th Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines | |
In office June 30, 1967 – July 1, 1979 | |
Appointed by | Ferdinand Marcos |
Preceded by | José Maria Paredes |
Succeeded by | Venicio Escolin |
Personal details | |
Born | Enrique Fausto Medina Fernando July 25, 1915 Malate, Manila, Philippine Islands |
Died | October 13, 2004 Manila, Philippines | (aged 89)
Spouse | Emma Quisumbing-Fernando |
Enrique Fausto Medina Fernando Sr. (July 25, 1915 – October 13, 2004) was the 13th Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Philippines. A noted constitutionalist and law professor, he served in the Supreme Court for 18 years, including 6 years as Chief Justice.