Michael Edward Otto

Michael maintains a broad business law practice with expertise in Canadian and US corporate and commercial law, M&A and financing.

Michael regularly advises Canadian and international companies, families and entrepreneurs on significant transactions, including the purchase and sale of foreign and domestic companies, buy-outs, estate freezes, and reorganizations. He is experienced in providing advice at all stages of a deal, from the negotiation and drafting of letters of intent and purchase agreements to the efficient and cost-effective execution of due diligence and closing matters.

Apart from his transactional work, Michael regularly advises clients on various day-to-day legal matters, including corporate governance, commercial contracts, shareholder agreements, regulatory compliance, bank financing, and security issues.

By Michael Otto and Damian RostoskiBill 91 establishes a new regime for virtual shareholder and director meetings.Business owners should be aware of the upcoming changes to Ontario corporations brough...

The maintenance of accurate and up-to-date corporate records is an important though frequently neglected part of operating a business. Unfortunately, business owners often regard the completion of cor...

Allan Ritchie and Michael Otto acted as Canadian Counsel to Kayne Partners. October 01, 2014 10:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time LOS ANGELES -- (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Zafin, an award-winning provider of relati...