Meet the Board: Gabe Waddell

For the next couple of weeks, we'll be introducing (or re-introducing) the members of the OBCLAA's 2012-2013 Board. We're hoping that this will give you some insight into who's leading the OBCLAA and where we hope to take the Association over the next year. As always, if one of these bios gives you an idea for how YOU can get involved, don't hesitate to post a reply or contact individual Board members. Enjoy!

Today we'll be meeting Gabe Waddell, past President of the OBCLAA and now our returning College Liaison. In addition to his record as an excellent leader of the Alumni Association, Gabe and his wife Katie are best known in OBCLAA circles for ensuring that our annual Tahoe retreat boasts the best. food. ever. Thank you, Gabe and Katie, for making our meetings fun and for sharing your servants' hearts with us.

Gabe Waddell was admitted as an attorney in 2008 after graduating with class 03A.  Shortly after being admitted, he moved to Fresno and joined the Law Offices of Peter Fear. Most of his work consists of representing debtors in chapter 7, 11, 12, and 13 bankruptcies and related litigation, but he has been known to represent trustees and the occasional creditor's committee, as well.  Prior to beginning practice, Gabe worked with a wide variety of non-profit organizations, doing public policy, humanitarian, and legal advocacy work. Most recently, Gabe led an international humanitarian organization providing relief to widows and orphans in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. He has traveled widely, and continues to be active in humanitarian work.

Gabe and his wife Katie (also an OBCL grad!) met while working at Home School Legal Defense Association during law school. When he’s not at the office, you might find him searching for scenic views to photograph, reading a wide variety of literature, or cooking for friends.

Gabe is quick to admit that he tries to spread the word about OBCL at every opportunity.  His work in bankruptcy has given him a clear picture of the dangers of student debt, and he is constantly grateful for the fact that he could study law with OBCL, debt-free and with the opportunity to pursue his passion for ministry at the same time.  Gabe has served on the OBCLAA board in various capacities for the last four years, and is looking forward to being the link between school administration and the OBCLAA in the upcoming year.

Gabe's practice website: http://fresnobklaw.com/index.php/attorney-profiles