A nationally recognized first-chair trial lawyer and trusted business advisor, Michael Marsh is the go-to counsel for Fortune 500 companies and private equity firms facing their most complex legal and business challenges with combined exposure in the billions of dollars. Clients turn to Michael in times of crisis, relying on his calm, strategic counsel and unwavering dedication during their most critical moments. With a proven track record in high-stakes commercial litigation, securities and class action defense, and M&A disputes, Michael has served as lead trial counsel in numerous jury and bench trials across the United States, achieving favorable outcomes.
Michael has significant experience handling high-exposure personal injury and wrongful death matters. He served as lead trial counsel in an aviation products liability case, achieving a defense verdict after a multi-week trial, and has led the defense of wrongful death claims arising from catastrophic product failures, including cases involving component parts that separated from commercial vehicles and caused fatal injuries to third parties. He also served as lead trial counsel in the NCAA concussion-related litigation, and has guided clients through the successful presuit resolution of matters involving fatal injuries tied to premises and infrastructure conditions.
Consistently recognized by Chambers USA and Benchmark Litigation as a Litigation Star, Michael is known for his strategic insight, relentless advocacy, and practical solutions that align with clients’ business objectives. In addition to his courtroom successes, clients seek his guidance on day-to-day operations, high-value employment matters, major restructurings, and corporate governance and compliance issues, including federal and state agency investigations.
Michael serves on Akerman’s Executive Committee and the Board of Directors of Attorneys’ Liability Assurance Society Ltd., and is a member of the International Association of Defense Counsel. He is also a Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) Fellow and Chairman of the Board of Friends of South Florida Autism, reflecting his commitment to leadership and community service.