Isaac Gabriel

Experience

1. Partner

   Dorsey & Whitney LLP

   Jan 2022 — Present · Phoenix, AZ, US

   Experience includes:Representing national lending institutions and special servicers in complex commercial Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases throughout the United States.Representing national banking institutions and other commercial lenders in connection with pre-bankruptcy loan restructurings, state court litigation, receivership actions, and foreclosures related to commercial loans in aggregate value exceeding $1 billion.Acting as trustee and instituting foreclosure and collection actions on a $56 million commercial real estate retail project.Lead Debtor\'s Counsel in multiple commercial Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring cases, including hospitality companies, leading to confirmed plans of reorganization and successful turnaroundLead trial counsel for real estate developer in connection with joint development agreement, obtained summary judgment in favor of client.Representation of national lender in negligent misrepresentation litigation against officers and directors of a publicly traded company.Prosecution/defense of preference and fraudulent transfer claims on behalf of corporate clients state and federal courts, and as special counsel for bankruptcy trustees.Achieved state court trial verdict for breach of fiduciary duty and quiet title action, obtaining seven figure award and punitive damages against defendants.Representing commercial landlords in connection with eviction actions and litigation for unpaid lease obligations against tenants and guarantors, as well as enforcement of landlord liens.Lead trial counsel for commercial landlord, dissolved preliminary injunction granted in favor of tenant and obtained summary judgment to enforce lease option resulting in termination of lease and award of attorneys\' fees and costsPro bono attorney for Arizona Justice Project on multiple habeas corpus, wrongful conviction casesProfessional Recognition:Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® Selected for inclusion in Southwest Super Lawyers® lists

Education

• University of Arizona

  B.A., Political Science, Minor in Spanish

  1994 — 1998

• Arizona State University College of Law

  J.D., Law

  1999 — 2002