Corporate and sport.

With over 25 years’ experience, Michael is the go-to UK corporate adviser in the independent television production sector, where he has advised on some 120 investments and sales.

“I engage with creatives on a daily basis, whether they are producers, writers, directors, commissioners or on-screen talent. I ensure they never have to contend with jargon and always clearly understand each stage of the transaction. My work leaves them free to focus on the key creative decisions.

When clients set up new TV production companies, I draw on my experience to help create business plans, to identify and engage with potential investors and then to package deals to turn my clients’ ideas into scalable businesses.

I also advise on the sale of production companies. I’ll negotiate the best possible deal for my clients with a focus on the points that really matter.”

Herbert Smith 1989-93; Ashurst 1993-94; Stephenson Harwood & Lo (Hong Kong) 1994-95; Olswang 1995-2006, partner 1998; Wiggin 2006 to present.

British Association for Sport and Law; editorial board, World Sports Law Report.

Bradfield College; Queens’ College, Cambridge; College of Law, Chester.

Family; rugby; running; shooting.