Michael is a Litigation Partner at Carson LLP, focusing on commercial litigation, premises liability, municipal liability, products liability, transportation and construction losses, and estate and trust litigation. He has argued cases before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit and the Indiana Supreme Court.

Previously, he served as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney in St. Joseph County, Indiana, handling bench and jury trials and working on the Drug, Alcohol, and Firearm Team and the Fatal Alcohol Crash Team (F.A.C.T.).

He brings a thoughtful, thorough approach to every matter he handles. With deep experience in commercial transactions and utility-related legal work, he serves as a trusted advisor to energy companies, infrastructure developers, and business clients across the region. Whether managing the legal aspects of complex infrastructure projects or negotiating high-value commercial deals, Mike is known for being exceptionally prepared, detailed-oriented, and pragmatic. His ability to anticipate challenges and communicate legal strategy with clarity makes him a valued partner in both the energy sector and broader business community.

Michael earned his J.D. from Saint Louis University School of Law (2012) and his B.A. from DePauw University (2009). He is admitted to practice in Indiana, the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, and the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals.

Michael has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®: Ones to Watch (2021, 2022) and as an Indiana Super Lawyers “Rising Star” (2019, 2021).

A member of the Allen County and Indiana State Bar Associations, Michael enjoys spending time with family, reading, playing guitar, and golfing.

Clients appreciate Mike not only for his legal acumen but for his steady presence, analytical rigor, and commitment to achieving practical, forward-looking results.