About
Mike is a principal lawyer in our Business Law Group. He advises founders, business owners and management teams on a broad range of corporate, business and securities law matters.
EXPERTISE
Mike works closely with clients to understand their businesses, priorities and strategic goals. He combines deep technical expertise with practical, commercially focused guidance to help clients execute transactions and navigate complex legal issues efficiently and effectively.
Mike’s practice includes advising private and public companies on:
- buy-side and sell-side mergers and acquisitions
- corporate structuring and tax-driven reorganizations
- business formation, ownership structures, and shareholder agreements
- commercial contracts
- capital raises and equity financings
- stock exchange listings and securities compliance
He is also experienced in helping closely-held companies navigate corporate governance issues, shareholder disputes and business separations.
Mike is currently completing the CPA In-Depth Tax Program, further strengthening his ability to provide integrated, tax-aware advice to clients.
WORTH NOTING
Mike is a guitar player and singer. When he isn’t trying to get his musical career off the ground, you can find him hiking, snowshoeing, or paddling around the city.
Credentials
- Called to the Bar in BC, 2018
- Juris Doctor, Dalhousie University, 2017
- Bachelor of Arts, International Studies and History (with honours), Simon Fraser University, 2013
ACHIEVEMENTS
- Recognized in Best Lawyers Ones to Watch, Corporate Law and Mergers + Acquisitions, since 2025
- Gowling WLG R.A Smith Prize in Advocacy, 2017