Michael’s practice is focused on technology, AI, electric and autonomous vehicles, government procurement and funding, digital and AI policy, and privacy compliance. He is a thought leader and leading practitioner in each of these areas and is recognized in all major peer rankings.
As a trusted advisor, Michael has extensive experience advising on complex tech transactions and AI projects, outsourcing, and energy transition matters. He represents industry leading and emerging AI companies, software publishers, hardware manufacturers, online vendors, automative and battery manufacturers, and other technology-focused enterprises.
Areas of Expertise
Representative Work
- Advising SK On in connection with an $1.2 billion investment with Ford and EcoPro BM in the Province of Québec
- Advising General Motors Co. in its $1 billion investment project with POSCO Future M
- Advising Microsoft on AI, IP, controlled goods, contract security, procurement and commercial contracting issues in support of the sale of technology and services to the Government of Canada.
- Advising technology companies, including Microsoft and General Motors, on policy and compliance issues regarding AI, privacy, digital and IP policy, including in respect of various federal and provincial bills and laws.
- Advising multiple health tech providers on the development and distribution in Canada of AI-enabled products.
- Advising multiple clients in the electric mobility sector on regulatory and commercial issues, including in respect of off-take agreements, government funding and connected vehicles.
- Advising Microsoft in its acquisition of 20+ Canadian technology companies
- Global and emerging manufacturers and technology companies on federal and provincial funding, including under the Strategic Investment Fund
- Leading manufacturer on the regulation of autonomous vehicles in Canada
- Represented service providers in the negotiation of major onshore and offshore outsourcing transactions
- Represented service providers in complex systems integration design, build and integrate projects
- Negotiated complex strategic alliance arrangements between large participants in the technology sector
- Negotiated complex third party logistics services arrangements in the health care sector
- Represented online services providers in addressing cross-border data issues with public sector customers
- Advised clients on numerous government procurement projects, including complex licensing and integration projects and procurement reform initiatives
- Addressed complex open source software and other IP/IT issues in acquisitions of technology assets and technology companies
- Addressed new media, IP, privacy and e-commerce issues in the delivery of online services and cloud computing
- Advising multiple clients in the electric mobility sector on regulatory and commercial issues, including in respect of off-take agreements, government funding and connected vehicles.
- Advising Microsoft in its acquisition of 20+ Canadian technology companies
- Global and emerging manufacturers and technology companies on federal and provincial funding, including under the Strategic Investment Fund
- Leading manufacturer on the regulation of autonomous vehicles in Canada
- Represented service providers in the negotiation of major onshore and offshore outsourcing transactions
- Represented service providers in complex systems integration design, build and integrate projects
- Negotiated complex strategic alliance arrangements between large participants in the technology sector
- Negotiated complex third party logistics services arrangements in the health care sector
- Represented online services providers in addressing cross-border data issues with public sector customers
- Advised clients on numerous government procurement projects, including complex licensing and integration projects and procurement reform initiatives
- Addressed complex open source software and other IP/IT issues in acquisitions of technology assets and technology companies
- Addressed new media, IP, privacy and e-commerce issues in the delivery of online services and cloud computing
Latest Insights
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Osler Update January 7, 2026
Drone law in Canada – new rules and current regulatory environment
Canada has one of the most comprehensive and structured drone regulatory frameworks in the world.
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Report December 4, 2025
Canada’s EV ecosystem recalibration
Canada transition to EVs hit speed bumps over the past year. Can it convert challenges into durable advantages?
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Report December 4, 2025
Data sovereignty: looking to the past as Canada decides how to move forward
As Canada prepares to unveil its long-awaited national AI strategy in 2026, data sovereignty is emerging as a defining priority.
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Osler Update November 27, 2025
German and U.K. courts diverge on whether AI models infringe copyright
When it comes to AI and copyright, recent rulings show there is no global consensus on whether training models infringe.
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Awards and Recognition
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Chambers Canada: Canada’s Leading Lawyers for Business: Recognized in Information Technology
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Chambers Global: The World’s Leading Business Lawyers: Recognized in Information Technology
- “…[Michael] really cares about his clients and provides thoughtful and considered advice.”
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The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory: Recognized in Computer & IT Law; Technology Transactions; Data Protection & Privacy
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Best Lawyers in Canada: Recognized in Information Technology Law, Technology Law, and Privacy and Data Security Law
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Legal 500: Recognized in Technology Law
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Who’s Who Legal: Recognized in International – Data – Data Privacy & Protection, Telecommunications Media & Technology; Canada – Data; Government – Government Contracts
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Thomson Reuters: “Stand-out Lawyer”
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Lexpert Special Edition: Recognized in Technology
Media Mentions
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Media Mentions October 17, 2025
Canada wants to detangle its data from U.S. tech giants. Can it be done? – The Globe and Mail
Canadian companies and policymakers are increasingly focused on building tech and AI solutions that keep data in Canada.
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Osler News September 10, 2025
Osler releases AI in Canada: a legal guide to developing and using artificial intelligence
Navigate potential legal and regulatory challenges that arise from the adoption of generative AI.
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Osler News June 4, 2025
25 Osler lawyers recognized in Lexpert Special Edition: Technology 2025
Osler is proud to announce that 25 of our lawyers are recognized in the Lexpert Special Edition: Technology 2025. This prestigious edition...
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Osler News June 29, 2023
29 Osler lawyers recognized in Lexpert Special Edition: Technology and Health 2023
Congratulations to 29 of our lawyers for their inclusion in the Lexpert Special Edition: Technology and Health 2023.
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Community Involvement
- Give A Day for World AIDS, Co-Chair of legal community fundraising campaign in support of the Stephen Lewis Foundation and Dignitas International (2006-Present)
Speaking and Writing
Speaking Engagements
Microsoft’s Business of Law Podcast – May 21, 2021
Credentials
Education
- University of British Columbia, LL.B.
- Carleton University, B.A.
Languages
- English
Professional Affiliations
- TECHNATION
- IT/Can Law Association
- Canadian Bar Association
