Michael devotes a significant portion of his practice to representing and advising purchasers and sellers, both private and public companies, in stock and asset purchase, and merger and acquisition, transactions, as well as joint ventures and leveraged and management-sponsored buy-outs. Recent transactions have involved diverse industries, including energy, life sciences, manufacturing, oil and gas distribution, utilities, product distribution and alternative energy production.

Michael also spends a portion of his time advising public companies in public and private offerings of debt and equity securities, including initial public offerings. In addition, he advises clients regularly on compliance with 1934 Act reporting requirements and annual meeting and proxy statement matters.

In addition to his M&A and securities work, Michael advises clients on general corporate matters, including corporate governance issues, fiduciary duties and other standards of conduct. He also works with clients in each stage of venture capital growth, providing advice on an array of corporate issues facing an emerging and growing company.