Michael Pace is a business lawyer with decades of experience in corporate and commercial law matters. His practice has an emphasis on merger and acquisition transactions. Michael acts for corporations (both public and private) and a number of substantial not-for-profit corporations, charities, and hospitals, including several Ontario self-regulatory organizations.

Michael’s experience and knowledge in a wide range of areas of business law are key assets to his clients. He provides them with timely input on day-to-day business decisions as well as on time-sensitive negotiations during major transactions. Michael understands the adversities encountered by business clients and has practical knowledge to help him anticipate and prevent some of these situations. This, and ensuring that clients receive cost-effective counsel on all matters, has helped him to earn and maintain longstanding relationships with his clients.

Michael represents corporations in a diverse range of industries including insurance, construction materials, electricity, manufacturing, health, software, and several service sectors. Michael has extensive experience in providing business clients with advice on a number of areas including:

Mergers and acquisitions

Joint ventures and partnerships

Advice to boards of directors and special committees

Insurance contracts and regulatory