Charles Michael is an experienced litigator whose practice focuses on complex civil litigation. He has obtained favorable settlements or dismissals on behalf of clients accused of securities fraud, intellectual property infringement, antitrust violations, wrongful termination and breach of contract. He has successfully represented clients bringing claims for breach of fiduciary duty, trademark infringement, breach of contract and professional malpractice.

Mr. Michael has been named a Rising Star by Super Lawyers. Recently, he won an appellate decision reversing the trial court and dismissing a $200 million fraud and alter ego claim against a private equity firm, and won summary judgment for a home furnishings company accused of failing to pay over $20 million in alleged liabilities under an acquisition agreement. Mr. Michael also successfully opposed a motion accusing a consumer products firm of trademark infringement and seeking to enjoin the sale of its largest brand. Mr. Michael successfully defended the court's ruling on appeal.

Mr. Michael is also experienced in regulatory and criminal investigations. He has represented clients under investigation by the SEC, FINRA and the U.S. Department of Justice.

Before joining Brune & Richard, Mr. Michael was an associate at Sullivan & Cromwell, LLP from 2004-2008.