Jenner & Block partner Jerry J. Burgdoerfer passed away Sept. 17. He was 56.
Burgdoerfer, a graduate of Indiana University (BS 1980) (JD 1983, cum laude) (MBA 1983), began practicing law at Jenner & Block in 1989. Among other things, he was co-chair of the firm’s Securities Practice and Transactional Cross-Border Practice and a member of the Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions Practices, and was one of the founders of the firm’s LGBT Forum.
Managing Partner Terrence J. Truax said in a statement, “The Jenner & Block family is deeply saddened by Jerry’s death. He was a talented lawyer, a trusted counselor and a wonderful friend, role model and mentor to many. He will be greatly missed.”
A memorial service for Burgdoerfer is being planned, and details regarding that service will be published when finalized. In the interim, his family has asked that, in lieu of flowers, any donations be made to the “The Jerry Burgdoerfer Memorial Scholarship Fund” at his alma mater, Indiana University School of Law. Checks should be made payable to the Indiana University Maurer School of Law and mailed to: Office of Development, 211 S. Indiana Ave., Bloomington, IN 47405. If individuals would like to make their gifts by credit card, they can contact Lisa Hosey at lhosey@indiana.edu.