Brian Wallach

Brian Wallach is a prominent lawyer and advocate who has made significant contributions in both the legal field and ALS advocacy. Here are some key details about his career and accomplishments:

Legal Career

Brian Wallach graduated from Georgetown Law in 2007.2 After law school, he worked on Barack Obama's first presidential campaign in 2007-2008.3 His legal career includes:

Working as a corporate partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom2 5
Serving as a federal criminal prosecutor in the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Illinois from 2014 to 20186
Working in the White House Counsel's Office in 20113

ALS Advocacy

In November 2017, at the age of 37, Wallach was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).1 3 Since his diagnosis, he has become a prominent ALS research and patient advocate:

In 2019, he co-founded I AM ALS, a nonprofit organization focused on finding a cure for ALS through funding and expanding access to research3
He has testified before Congress, advocating for increased ALS research funding and improved access to treatments3
His efforts contributed to the passage of the Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act in 2021, which provides $100 million annually for five years to increase ALS research3

Personal Life

Brian Wallach was born on October 9, 1980.3 He is married to Sandra Abrevaya, whom he met while working on the Obama campaign.4 Together, they have co-founded organizations focused on ALS advocacy and continue to work tirelessly to raise awareness and push for advancements in ALS research and treatment.3

Brian Wallach's journey from a successful legal career to becoming a leading voice in ALS advocacy showcases his resilience and determination in the face of a challenging diagnosis.