Michael provides expert witness and dispute advisory services to clients involved in litigation and international arbitration. He is expert in building complex financial and valuation models for use in the assessment of loss or damages, particularly in the oil & gas, power and mining industries, and in class actions.

Michael has been instructed as an expert witness in a case before the Supreme Court of New South Wales (NSW). His work in support of other matters has been used in cases heard by the High Court, in various international arbitration centers, the Federal Court of Australia and the Supreme Courts of NSW, Victoria and Queensland.

A graduate of the University of Exeter, Michael is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and a member of the Association of International Energy (formerly: Petroleum) Negotiators.

Michael is a dual Australian and British citizen.

Michael's client service and general level of service, level of sophistication and commercial vision are all very strong. Michael is exceptional at his role.

Client, Litigation Support, Chambers 2024