Gabriel Yomi Dabiri

About Gabriel Yomi Dabiri of NYC

Gabriel Yomi Dabiri of NYC is a finance attorney based in New York whose practice focuses on private credit and direct lending matters. He advises clients on a wide range of domestic and cross-border finance transactions, including special situations, restructurings, and bankruptcy-related work. His experience spans senior, mezzanine, and subordinated loans, as well as unitranche and multi-lien arrangements. He approaches transactions with care and precision, emphasizing clarity in structure and documentation while remaining attentive to the commercial objectives that drive each financing.

Gabriel has developed broad technical experience across cash flow lending, asset-based facilities, subscription lines, distressed debt, debtor-in-possession financings, and real estate finance structures. His work spans both buy-and-hold private credit strategies and broadly syndicated financings, enabling him to advise across diverse market segments. He focuses on how financing arrangements function over time, helping clients anticipate challenges and manage risk. His advice is grounded in practicality, aiming to support transactions that remain durable through changing market conditions.

Gabriel currently leads a global private credit and direct lending practice, advising clients and supporting strategic growth across multiple markets. He regularly negotiates intercreditor and subordination arrangements and assists clients in navigating complex restructuring and insolvency scenarios. He is known for combining technical legal knowledge with a clear understanding of business priorities. By balancing risk and opportunity, he helps clients reach informed decisions that reflect both immediate needs and long-term considerations.

Gabriel Yomi Dabiri is dual-qualified in two key legal jurisdictions that govern a significant portion of global financial transactions. He has lived and worked across major international financial centers and continues to divide his time among them. This global experience allows him to guide clients through multi-jurisdictional financings with sensitivity to differing legal systems and market practices. He focuses on identifying potential cross-border issues early, helping clients implement efficient structures while maintaining consistency and compliance across jurisdictions.

Gabriel began his legal career with training experiences that emphasized rigorous analysis and exposure to complex international finance work. These early roles provided a strong foundation in transaction mechanics and disciplined problem-solving. Over time, he earned clients’ trust and gained experience originating and leading private credit matters. He attributes his professional judgment and analytical approach to these formative years, which reinforced the importance of preparation, adaptability, and accountability in high-stakes legal environments.

Gabriel later took on the challenge of building a private credit and cross-border finance practice within a national platform, while also assuming senior leadership responsibilities. In that role, he focused on sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and team development. He worked closely with colleagues to expand capacity while maintaining service quality and consistency. His leadership style emphasized collaboration and thoughtful planning, ensuring that growth supported both client needs and long-term organizational stability.

Gabriel Yomi Dabiri of NYC maintains a strong commitment to philanthropy and community involvement alongside his professional practice. He has served in governance and advisory roles supporting economic empowerment initiatives and has contributed his legal expertise to health-related causes. Through these efforts, he applies his skills beyond transactional work to support broader social objectives. He also values mentorship, sharing experience and guidance with others to promote responsible practice and professional development.

Gabriel brings a measured, practical perspective to sophisticated finance matters, shaped by experience across markets, structures, and economic cycles. He focuses on helping clients navigate complexity with confidence by emphasizing clear communication and careful planning. His approach balances legal precision with commercial awareness, enabling him to support effective outcomes for borrowers, lenders, and sponsors. Through consistency, humility, and attention to detail, he continues to guide clients through challenging private credit and cross-border finance transactions.