Lawrence Fortun
Lawrence Fortun | |
|---|---|
| Mayor of Butuan | |
| Assuming office June 30, 2025 | |
| Vice Mayor | Rey Desiata (elect) |
| Succeeding | Ronnie Vicente Lagnada |
| Vice Mayor of Butuan | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2022 | |
| Mayor | Ronnie Vicente Lagnada |
| Preceded by | Jose Aquino II |
| In office June 30, 2010 – June 30, 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Dino Claudio Sanchez |
| Succeeded by | Angelo S. Calo |
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Agusan del Norte's 1st district | |
| In office June 30, 2013 – June 30, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Jose Aquino II |
| Succeeded by | Jose Aquino II |
| Member of the Butuan City Council | |
| In office June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2010 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 7, 1971 Butuan, Agusan del Norte, Philippines |
| Political party | Nacionalista (2016-present) |
| Other political affiliations | Liberal (2007-2016) |
| Residence | Butuan |
| Alma mater | Father Saturnino Urios University (BA) San Sebastian College – Recoletos (LL.B) |
| Profession | Lawyer |
Lawrence Lemuel Hernandez Fortun, also known as Law Fortun, (born August 7, 1971) is a Filipino lawyer and politician who served as the vice mayor of Butuan since June 30, 2022 until May 12 2025. He previously served as a member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines representing Agusan del Norte's 1st congressional district from 2013 to 2022. He is currently the mayor of Butuan City immediately after the midterm elections in May 12 2025.