Michael specializes in commercial law and taxation law, handling briefs with precision and professionalism.
Prior to joining the Bar, Michael honed his expertise as a Managing Solicitor in the Tax Controversy and Dispute Resolution team at PricewaterhouseCoopers, where he worked on Australia's most complex tax disputes.
Michael has a deep understanding of income tax, Part IVA, transfer pricing, and more. Michael provides counsel on intricate technicalities, catering to a diverse client base ranging from multinational corporations to individual taxpayers.
Michael has represented clients in the Full Federal Court of Australia, Federal Court, and Supreme Courts of Victoria and New South Wales in a range of commercial disputes. Michael is well versed in providing counsel in the areas of employment law, corporations law, insolvency law and competition law.
Notably, Michael has earned accolades as a finalist in the esteemed Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 awards for Tax in both 2019 and 2020. His commitment to excellence extends beyond recognition, as demonstrated by his previous role on the Tax Institute of Australia's Young Professionals Board, orchestrating panel discussions on dispute resolution.
Under the tutelage of his mentors Charles Parkinson KC and Philip Solomon KC, Michael forges ahead with an unyielding dedication to his craft, embodying the epitome of sharp, edgy, and professional legal acumen.