Matthew assists early-stage and emerging companies and investors with navigating the unique legal and regulatory challenges within the fast-growing cannabis industry.

Daniel advises clients on a variety of domestic and international tax matters. He represents public and private companies in many industries including technology, manufacturing, life sciences, energy, insurance, and more.

David is a trusted advisor to visionaries, investors, and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of business. As a partner at Michael Best, David brings a rare blend of legal acumen and entrepreneurial experience to every engagement—whether guiding a high-growth start-up through its first capital raise, structuring a complex fund for family office investors, or orchestrating a multi-million dollar merger.

Iqan advises clients on securities and financial services regulation. Clients appreciate Iqan’s commitment to keeping them compliant with the laws governing capital raising, brokerage and investment services, blockchain technology, crowdfunding, and anti-money laundering.

Madeline counsels clients on corporate and transactional matters, including commercial lending transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and contract negotiation. Her core focus lies within the healthcare and manufacturing sectors. 

Patrick’s practice focuses on advising hedge funds and investment firms in trading and financing arrangements. With specific knowledge and experience in prime brokerage, margin financing, and derivatives trading documentation, he has helped clients ranging from startup funds to multi-billion-dollar advisors manage trading and portfolio finance risks and develop operational best practices. Patrick negotiates platform agreements such as prime brokerage agreements and financing lockups, ISDA Master Agreements and master confirmations, and repurchase and securities lending agreements, as well as trade-level agreements for specific investments.