Michael Mason is the founder of Axis Business Law and focuses his practice on corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and other general business matters.

Prior to opening Axis Business Law, Michael worked for several large law firms in Chicago, including DLA Piper LLP and Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, where he specialized in the purchase and sale of businesses and related legal matters. He has also served as general counsel for several private equity-sponsored companies, advising businesses on day-to-day matters that arise as companies grow in size. Today, he uses his unique experience to represent buyers and sellers of businesses and professional practices and assists business owners with matters adjacent to these transactions, including labor and employment, real estate, contractual, and other business-related and general counsel-oriented legal issues.

Michael has personally handled hundreds of transactions ranging in size from $1,000,000 to $1,000,000,000. He provides business owners with the superior legal representation they would expect from a large law firm coupled with the personalized attention that can only be found at a small firm.

With his background as a general counsel, Michael offers a unique perspective that many attorneys lack. He helps minimize the stress that can accompany transformational transactions, and his clients can rest assured that Michael’s experience and common-sense approach to tackling legal issues will result in exceptional outcomes.

When Michael takes on a new client, he provides unparalleled attention. He will protect his clients’ interests, offer candid and holistic advice, and help them scale their business in a way that positions them for long-term success.

Michael currently resides in Nashville with his wife and children. When he is not practicing law, Michael enjoys spending time with his family, skiing, and scuba diving.

Education
  • Chicago-Kent College of Law, J.D., Magna Cum Laude
  • Southern Illinois University, B.S., Cum Laude
Professional Licenses
  • Licensed in Tennessee and Illinois
Legal Experience
  • Law Firms
    • DLA Piper LLP
    • Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
    • Honigman LLP
  • General Counsel
    • Pinnacle Dermatology
    • Blue River PetCare
    • Pieper Veterinary
Affiliations
  • American Bar Association
  • Tennessee Bar Association
  • Illinois State Bar Association