Michael’s thriving business litigation practice focuses on representing owners and managers of family-owned and closely held businesses in disputes under LLC operating agreements, shareholder agreements and partnership agreements. He also has extensive experience litigating director and officer liability claims arising from company management and operations, and other internal disputes concerning business valuations, corporate distributions and access to company information. In addition, he handles claims involving contracts and trade practices, including business asset purchase and sale agreements, commercial leases, financing and franchise agreements, and disputes concerning trademarks, trade secrets and other confidential business information.

Michael works with businesses of all types and sizes across many industries, including manufacturing, real estate, nonprofits, automotive, restaurant and professional services. Recognizing disputes are a distraction from business goals, he aggressively works toward a quick and advantageous resolution, whether it is a minor disagreement or significant legal battle. He has extensive experience with mediation, arbitrations, administrative proceedings and litigation in courts at all levels.