Michael J. Gabovitch concentrates his practice in real estate, business transactions and government relations, and leads the municipal finance and gaming law practice areas of the firm.  His real estate experience spans the entire spectrum of representation – from individual home buyers and sellers to our nation’s largest retail real estate developer.  Mr. Gabovitch has extensive experience in representing and working with governmental entities in urban redevelopment projects from the initial offering of property for public bid, through negotiations of developer commitments and governmental incentives to closing. 

His efforts have contributed to the successful redevelopment of a wide array of commercial and residential properties formerly regarded as blighted areas.  Mr. Gabovitch has worked with state gaming authorities in negotiating local development agreements in connection with the development of new casinos.  He has also represented national gaming operators in the state gaming licensing process.  In the area of public finance, Mr. Gabovitch has counseled local school corporations and other government entities.

Mr. Gabovitch has served as the Chairman of the Indianapolis Bar Association’s Government Practice Section.  He is a volunteer Judge for Teen Court, a peer sentencing program for juvenile offenders.  He also volunteers in the public schools to mentor children without a father figure in the home, and coaches youth basketball.  Mr. Gabovitch serves on the Board of Directors of a not-for-profit nursing home. 

Mr. Gabovitch received his B.A. degree, with distinction, in 1983 from Indiana University (Phi Beta Kappa).  He earned his J.D. in 1986 from the Indiana University School of Law – Indianapolis where he served as an editor of the Indiana Law Review. 

Mr. Gabovitch can be reached via e-mail at mgabovitch@katzkorin.com.