Michael is a corporate partner and head of US sports and entertainment.

Michael's diverse corporate practice focuses on representing companies, venture and other funds, and investors of varying sizes and across industries. He regularly advises on debt and equity financing transactions, investments, mergers and acquisitions, asset sales, fund formation, commercial transactions, and corporate governance matters.

Michael's sports and entertainment practice focuses on advising a variety of companies and investors in the sports and entertainment industries, including live event companies, sports and entertainment agencies and management companies, investors in sports franchises and sports and entertainment properties and assets, production companies, and athletic apparel and equipment brands. He also advises international restaurant groups, luxury car manufacturers, wine, and luxury goods brands. Michael advises athletes, entertainers, influencers, and artists on matters such as brand management arrangements, including licensing, endorsement, sponsorship, and brand ambassador agreements; professional employment or service arrangements, including general employment, coaching, and playing contracts; and personal business and investment activities, including U.S. direct and fund investments, joint ventures, structuring existing and new business entities and holdings, and acquisitions and dispositions of businesses and assets.

Michael is also a regular contributor to Forbes.