Paul Habibi

Paul Habibi is a Senior Lecturer at UCLA Anderson School of Management and UCLA School of Law, holding the distinction of being the only person in UCLA history with continuing appointments at both schools. With over two decades of teaching experience in real estate, accounting, corporate finance, and economics, he consistently ranks as a top finalist for the Teacher of the Year award and is widely cited in major media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Financial Times.

Education:

• MBA with Highest Distinction, University of Michigan, 2003
• B.A. in Economics/Accounting, UC Santa Barbara, 1995

Habibi's expertise spans Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Real Estate, and Economics, demonstrated through his dual academic roles and active industry practice. He pioneered the single-family rental industry through Habibi Properties in 2011 and provides expert litigation support through Grayslake Advisors, handling over 250 cases involving financial analysis and valuation. His CPA, ABV, and CFF certifications underscore his technical authority in financial forensics.

As founder of Habibi Properties and Grayslake Advisors, he manages thousands of residential units across Los Angeles and the Midwest while leading cross-functional litigation teams. He serves on the Board of Trustees for Seven Arrows Elementary School and as an industrial advisor for EQT Partners, blending academic rigor with real-world impact in real estate investment and financial consulting.