As a member of the firm, Michael's practice emphasizes family law, DUI and criminal defense, military law, and general trial practice.

Michael received his undergraduate degree from Western Washington University and his Juris Doctor from Boston University.

Michael's state trial practice focuses on cases involving felony criminal charges, personal injury, sexual harassment, and sexual abuse and assault. His injury clients have included victims of childhood sexual abuse, victims of sexual assault and harassment as adults, and victims of serious automobile injuries. He also represents individuals in family law litigation including dissolution.

Michael has nearly a decade of experience as a military Judge Advocate (JAG) and has served as both a prosecutor and defense attorney. He has represented the United States and service members in federal criminal cases, courts-martial, and administrative hearings including non-judicial punishment proceedings, flying evaluation boards, and officer and enlisted discharge boards.