Michael Abrams

First Year of Call
2006

Areas of Practice
Business Law, Banking/Finance

Description
Michael Abrams is a partner in the Business Group whose clients includes home buyers and sellers, commercial real estate developers and small and mid-sized business owners. Michael’s experience in business law, real estate and estate planning allows him to provide a seamless and valued added service to his clients’ related needs.

Michael has developed one of the Ottawa area’s most successful residential real estate practices thanks to the close, personal attention he provides each of his clients.

Michael never forgets how important each home transaction is to the people involved and he is committed to always being available to answer any questions about the home buying and selling process. Michael is Certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Real Estate Law and has acted as an instructor for the Ontario Real Estate Association’s Real Estate College licensing program. Michael regularly speaks at real estate and mortgage offices ensuring that his acquired knowledge and expertise are disseminated to all those inolved in real estate transactions.

Michael is also actively involved in the commercial real estate sector and regularly advises on property acquisitions and dispositions as well as the financing, planning and approvals required for commercial, residential and mixed-use developments. He assists both real estate investors and developers with preparing joint-venture agreements, conventional financing and alternate financing vehicles, condominium operations and leasing.

From new business incorporations, financing, buy/sells of assets and shares and shareholder agreements to on-going corporate governance issues, Michael works diligently with many business owners to ensure their on-going legal needs and obligations are being met. His business clients represent a diverse range of industries including professional corporations, high-tech, retail, construction and hospitality.

An Avid rugby enthusiast, Michael has served on the Board of Directors of the Twin Elm Rugby Park. He has recently retired from competitive rugby and now enjoys watching his son on the pitch. Michael is a long suffering Detroit Lions fan who holds out hope that maybe this is finally the year.