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About Brody | Gapp

Introducing a New Era in Legal Counsel for the Mortgage Industry
This bold new venture launches with a powerhouse team of seven accomplished attorneys, all working under the strategic leadership of a seasoned industry veteran. Collectively, the team brings deep and diverse expertise across litigation, regulatory compliance, licensing, fraud recovery, employment litigation, M&A, audit defense, fintech, general counsel and chief compliance counsel roles, and repurchase defense. These professionals have proven their mettle through market highs, lows, and everything in between.

What truly sets this firm apart isn’t just the caliber of talent — it’s the power of relationships. This isn’t a solo act. It’s a high-performance collective, built on a belief that the whole can be far greater than the sum of its parts.

At the heart of this launch lies a foundation of trust, loyalty, and shared purpose — relationships forged over years of collaboration, friendship, and mutual respect across the industry. These connections aren’t just personal; they’re the secret ingredient behind the firm’s confident leap forward.

Structured lean and built for agility, the firm boasts national reach and the ability to partner seamlessly with premier local counsel as needed. The result? Smart, business-forward legal solutions delivered with depth, precision, and speed.

While formal LLP status is on the horizon, the firm is already operating at full capacity as a sole proprietorship — serving IMBs, depositories, credit unions, mortgage brokers, and fintechs from coast to coast. The docket is full. The mission is clear: deliver impactful, results-driven counsel that moves the industry forward.

Mr. Brody is the Founding and Managing Partner of Brody | Gapp LLP, where he leads the firm’s national mortgage banking litigation, mitigation, and regulatory compliance practice. With nearly 25 years of legal experience — over 20 dedicated exclusively to mortgage banking — he is a trusted advisor to independent mortgage banks, credit unions, and brokers navigating complex disputes and regulatory challenges.

​Renowned for his strategic, results-driven approach, Mr. Brody has successfully resolved hundreds of high-stakes cases involving fraud, audits, repurchase claims, employment disputes, and regulatory inquiries tied to major institutions like FNMA, Freddie Mac, Lehman Brothers, and Chase. His expertise spans the full mortgage lifecycle, making him a recognized leader in crafting practical, compliant, and business-focused solutions.

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