Michael brings a rare blend of skills as a member (partner) of Bond’s renowned Collegiate Sports practice. A seasoned sports attorney, former NCAA investigator and Division I athletic administrator, Michael has experienced the transformation of college athletics from multiple perspectives. He draws from his extensive professional background to deliver comprehensive, forward-looking solutions in all areas of college sports rules and regulations.
Prior to Bond, Michael served in compliance roles at two universities where he built strong compliance systems and provided guidance on critical issues to campus leadership, coaches, student-athletes, conference officials and other stakeholders. For nearly nine years at the NCAA National Office, Michael led high-profile enforcement investigations and adjudicated cases before the NCAA Committees on Infractions on behalf of the NCAA membership. Michael quickly developed into a leader on the enforcement staff while also building strong, collaborative relationships with school officials and opposing counsel.
Michael brings a rare blend of skills as a member (partner) of Bond’s renowned Collegiate Sports practice. A seasoned sports attorney, former NCAA investigator and Division I athletic administrator, Michael has experienced the transformation of college athletics from multiple perspectives. He draws from his extensive professional background to deliver comprehensive, forward-looking solutions in all areas of college sports rules and regulations.
Prior to Bond, Michael served in compliance roles at two universities where he built strong compliance systems and provided guidance on critical issues to campus leadership, coaches, student-athletes, conference officials and other stakeholders. For nearly nine years at the NCAA National Office, Michael led high-profile enforcement investigations and adjudicated cases before the NCAA Committees on Infractions on behalf of the NCAA membership. Michael quickly developed into a leader on the enforcement staff while also building strong, collaborative relationships with school officials and opposing counsel.
Michael devotes his practice to guiding athletic programs, coaches, student-athletes and other stakeholders through a range of issues:
- House settlement implementation and compliance
- Enforcement actions (NCAA and College Sports Commission)
- Rules interpretations and guidance
- NIL and revenue-sharing programs
- Internal investigations, compliance assessments and athletics program reviews (e.g., culture reviews, coach misconduct)
- Student-athlete eligibility waivers and reinstatement
- Sports betting issues
Michael also works closely with Bond’s nationally recognized higher education and business attorneys on matters that often intersect with college sports, including Title IX, contracts, corporate structures, international student issues, conference affiliation and public relations.
Michael is a frequent presenter at college sports and higher education seminars and is a member of the National Association of Athletics Compliance (NAAC) and National Association of College and University Attorneys (NACUA).
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