In Sonoma and Napa counties, Michael has represented numerous private parties on real estate and land use matters, including individual parties, winery, vineyard and local business owners. Tasks have included due diligence for real estate acquisitions; negotiating and drafting easements; seeking general plan, rezoning, subdivision and use permit approvals; and reviewing and resolving title issues for both buyers and sellers. He has acted as permitting, real estate and local government counsel to a number of Sonoma Valley non-profit organizations.