Overview
Michael began his law career as an Associate at a large Cleveland-area firm before joining Calfee in 2019.
Bringing nearly a decade of experience, Michael’s knowledge with the political process, including serving as the campaign manager for the re-election of Cleveland Mayor Frank G. Jackson for an unprecedented fourth-term, allows him to advise clients at the local and state levels of government.
In addition, Michael has experience as a commercial, business litigator representing public and private corporations and public sector entities in litigation involving class-action, securities and labor and employment disputes.
Michael has used his background as a litigator and government relations professional to establish a unique practice to meet the needs of his clients.
Michael earned his B.A. in history from Miami University and his J.D. from Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, where he was on the Dean’s List, served as an editor of the Cleveland State Law Review and a member of the Fredrick Douglass Moot Court team.
Honors & Recognitions
- The National Black Lawyers Top 40 Under 40
- Best Lawyers: Ones To Watch, Government Relations Practice (2021)
Education
J.D., Cleveland-Marshall College of Law, 2015
B.A., Miami University, 2009
Professional & Community
Professional & Community
- Ohio Lobbying Association, Member
- Judge John M. Manos Inn of Court, Associate
- Shaker Schools Foundation, Board Member
- Union Club of Cleveland, Member, Board of Emerging Leaders
- Center for Arts - Inspired Learning, Member, Board of Directors
- Engage! Cleveland, Member, Board of Directors
- Norman S. Minor Bar Association, Member
- Ohio State Bar Association, Member
- Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Member
- Bluecoats Inc., Member
- Urban League of Greater Cleveland, Board of Trustees