Overview
Michael competed in the sport of Greco-Roman wrestling and was a member of the Canadian national team for 6 years, representing Canada at the World and Pan Am Championships.
Michael was the alternate on the Canadian Olympic team and is the Past President of Athletes CAN. Between 2002 and 2008, he was lead counsel for Team Canada at various major Games competition such as the Commonwealth, Pan Ams, Francophonie and Olympic Games.
With a background in sports and law, Michael has established himself as a sports leader in Canada, working on behalf of athletes and sport organizations.
In 2016, Michael became an Arbitrator presiding over cases involving sport disputes relating to issues of team selection, athlete’s assistance, and sexual assault. Michael continues to preside over cases when called upon to apply his expertise.
In 2018, Michael was selected as a member of the Sport Dispute Resolution Centre of Canada (SDRCC) Investigations Unit. He is one of thirteen certified independent investigators in the country dealing with issues involving sexual assault, harassment and discrimination.
Michael provides legal services in English and French.
Michael can be reached at (613) 230-5787 ext. 301 or msmith@lmslawyers.com.
Practice Areas
- Administrative Law
- Criminal Law
- Civil Litigation
Education & Qualifications
- Year of Call: 2002
- LL.B, University of Manitoba Law School
- B.A., University of Western Ontario
Featured Work
Criminal Law
- Building on a rich history of courtroom experience, the lawyer successfully represents clients in appellate courts, challenging convictions or seeking reductions in sentences by highlighting procedural errors or substantive issues.
- Recognizing the sensitive nature of criminal allegations, the lawyer maintains utmost discretion, ensuring clients' privacy and confidentiality while navigating high-profile or potentially damaging situations.
- Collaborates closely with top-tier forensic experts and other specialized witnesses to scrutinize evidence meticulously and present robust challenges to the prosecution's case.
