Michael J. Adrian

Michael Adrian concentrates his practice in general corporate matters, including entity formation, mergers and acquisitions and related issues, and in governmental and regulatory issues, including gaming and securities law.

Mr. Adrian has advised clients in a wide range of transactions, including the following:

• Advising entrepreneurs and start-up companies with formation, financing and strategic issues;
• Drafting and negotiating complex commercial transactions;
• Representing buyers and sellers in acquisition and business entities before gaming authorities in various jurisdictions, helping them to procure and maintain their occupational licenses, manage ongoing operational issues and facilitate the use of best practices; and
• Assisting publicly held companies in connection with public offerings of securities, corporate governance issues and compliance with various disclosure requirements.

Court Memberships

• Missouri 
• Illinois

Honors

• Phi Beta Kappa

Professional Affiliations

• International Association of Gaming Advisors
• St. Louis University High School Alumni Board
• Saint Louis University Public Law Review, Notes and Comments Editor