Contact Us
Our Team

Experienced Legal Counsel You Can Trust

Former in-house counsel with deep expertise in healthcare transactions, private equity, real estate, and corporate M&A. We bring strategic thinking, practical solutions, and personalized service to every engagement.

Andrew Garbacz, Esq.

Co-Founder & Partner

Andrew Garbacz is known for his exceptional communication skills, strategic insight, and ability to quarterback complex, fast-moving transactions with precision and clarity—hallmarks of the Garbacz Zlotowitz legacy.

Andrew began his career as General Counsel to a national investment an asset management company, where he oversaw acquisitions, licensing, and regulatory matters for a multi-state portfolio of healthcare facilities and operations. He then served as a partner at a nationally recognized boutique healthcare M&A firm, representing clients across the, skilled nursing, healthcare and real estate sectors.

Today, as co-founder of Garbacz Zlotowitz LLP, Andrew draws on his deep industry experience and expansive professional network to deliver practical, results-oriented counsel. His strength lies in building relationships and collaborating with specialized professionals—operators, lenders, brokers, consultants, and regulators—throughout the healthcare landscape to offer creative, tailored solutions that drive his clients’ success.

Education & Admission

  • JD cum laude, Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
  • M.S. in Accounting, W. Paul Stillman School of Business at Seton Hall University
  • Admitted to practice in New York and New Jersey

Eli Zlotowitz, Esq.

Co-Founder & Partner

Eli Zlotowitz is a recognized star in the healthcare M&A space, known for his precision, deal-making acumen, and tireless dedication to client success. His career reflects a rare combination of legal mastery and business insight, allowing him to navigate the most complex healthcare transactions with clarity and confidence.

Before co-founding Garbacz Zlotowitz LLP, Eli served as Counsel at a nationally recognized boutique healthcare M&A firm, where he closed dozens of high-value transactions involving multi-facility skilled nursing portfolios, behavioral health platforms, and real-estate-heavy operating companies. His work spans acquisitions, dispositions, financings, joint ventures, and corporate structuring—each handled with strategic foresight and attention to detail.

Eli’s ability to anticipate challenges, align stakeholders, and deliver seamless outcomes has earned him deep trust among clients and industry professionals alike. His rapidly rising profile in the healthcare legal sector reflects his relentless work ethic, collaborative approach, and commitment to excellence.

Education & Admission

  • JD cum laude, Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law
  • James Lewis Award for outstanding achievement in tax law
  • Admitted to practice in New York and Texas

Ellesha LeCluyse, Esq.

Counsel

Ellesha combines deep experience navigating healthcare compliance with creative, transaction-focused problem-solving. She has earned a stellar reputation for providing strategic counsel to innovative clients across the healthcare sector.

She guides clients through complex change-of-ownership transactions from LOI through closing and beyond, ensuring seamless transitions and regulatory compliance at every stage. Ellesha’s expertise spans federal and state healthcare laws—including the Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act, and HIPAA—while helping clients structure and scale their operations for long-term success.

Over the past several years, Ellesha has become a go-to legal expert in all things ABA, advising providers, investors, and management companies nationwide on formation, compliance, and growth strategies within this emerging industry.

Education & Admission

  • JD cum laude, Case Western Reserve University School of Law
  • Concentration in Healthcare Law
  • Admitted to practice in Ohio

Naftali Jacobs, Esq.

Counsel

Naftali's practice focuses on healthcare transactions, with an emphasis on HUD-insured loans, commercial refinance, and mergers and acquisitions.

He counsels clients on federal and state regulatory compliance, including HIPAA, the False Claims Act, civil monetary penalty laws, and the Corporate Practice of Medicine. Naftali brings a detail-oriented approach to complex healthcare financing and transactional matters, helping clients navigate the regulatory landscape while achieving their business objectives.

Education & Admission

  • JD cum laude, Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
  • B.A., Fairleigh Dickinson University
  • Admitted to practice in Illinois

Yael Grunspan, Esq.

Associate

Yael leverages over a decade of multifaceted experience in law, program management, labor relations, and human resources to creatively solve challenges that impede business growth and innovation.

Clients value Yael's exceptional attention to detail and her ability to keep projects on track through rigorous organization and clear communication. She approaches every engagement with legal precision and a solutions-driven mindset, ensuring that clients' objectives are achieved efficiently and effectively.

Regarded as a trusted advisor and action-oriented collaborator, she has led strategic initiatives for nonprofits, directed complex grant applications, secured and maintained federal and state funding, and worked closely with unions on collective bargaining negotiations and relationship building.

Education & Admission

  • JD, Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University
  • 10+ years of legal, program management and labor relations experience
  • Admitted to practice in New York

Tzvi Novak, Esq.

Associate

Tzvi is an accomplished associate with several years of experience advising clients across diverse industries. With a background at an international law firm, he has developed keen attention to detail and efficient work practices.

He has experience in civil and commercial litigation representing clients in contract disputes, employment disputes, and business torts. Tzvi also assists clients with corporate and transactional matters including drafting and reviewing contracts. His background and dedication make him an asset in achieving the best outcomes for clients.

Education & Admission

  • JD, Cardozo Law School (2020)
  • Associate Editor, Cardozo Law Review
  • Admitted to practice in New York

Let's Start a Conversation

Schedule a confidential consultation to discuss your legal needs

Meet Our Team
Premium Site Developed By OneWordSite.com