Michael is a partner at Taft, specializing in the dynamic field of commercial litigation. His practice revolves around intricate and multifaceted areas, including complex commercial litigation, partnership and shareholder disputes, real estate litigation, class action litigation, construction disputes, and employment and non-compete disputes. A diverse clientele seeks Michael's counsel, ranging from publicly traded companies to private equity funds and their portfolio companies, as well as national, regional, and local real estate companies. Notably, he also handles all transactional matters related to affordable housing and has expertise in the automotive dealership industry, handling both transactional and litigation-related issues.
In his advisory capacity, Michael provides invaluable guidance to clients on the litigation aspects of business purchase and sale agreements, trade secrets, restrictive covenants in employment agreements, and real estate purchase and sale agreements. His litigation practice encompasses all stages, from initial pleading and case management to discovery, substantive motions, trial proceedings, and appeals.
Michael's extensive expertise is recognized across multiple jurisdictions, as he is admitted to practice in several states. He is an esteemed member of the Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE), where he is frequently invited to share his insights and speak on topics related to litigation and dispute resolution.
