In the Board Room – Ismail has counseled the firm’s healthcare provider and business clients in acquiring or selling assets while maximizing return and minimizing risk. He has helped clients acquire or sell over $5 billion worth of healthcare-related assets, including hospitals. Moreover, Ismail has substantial experience in various forms of mergers and acquisitions involving both acquiring and targeting clients. Additionally, he has guided healthcare and biotech clients through various Food & Drug law and FDA regulatory issues, including filing for Pre-Market Approval and 510(k) submissions. Ismail founded the “Biotech Bulletin” and writes extensively on emerging FDA issues affecting biologics and biotechnology companies.

Ismail is also the exclusive IR Global advisor for Banking for the Nevada & California markets.

In addition to trial work, Ismail has significant appellate experience. He has briefed and argued appeals before the United States Courts of Appeals for the Fifth, Sixth, and Ninth Circuits, as well as before various state appellate courts. His appellate work spans securities regulation, constitutional issues, and complex commercial disputes.

Ismail is admitted to practice law in California, Nevada, Texas, North Carolina, and New York. He attended the University of California, Irvine, where he earned a double major in International Studies and Political Science. He received his law degree from Pepperdine University, where he currently serves on the Dean’s Council. In 2019, he earned a Graduate Certificate in Genetics & Genomics from Stanford University, followed by a Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Enterprise & Entrepreneurship from Johns Hopkins University in 2022. Most recently, he completed his Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Securities & Financial Regulation at Georgetown Law Center.

Ismail proudly serves as a Board Member for Endure to Cure – a non-profit organization that brings emotional boosts to children undergoing cancer treatment and provides support to their families. He is also a global Alder member.

Outside of law, Ismail is a licensed pilot, avid marathon runner, and Muay Thai kickboxer. He is proud to have earned Abbott Labs’ 6-star medal for completing all six of the World Marathon Majors.