Michael D. Brier

Partner

P 617.531-8352
F 617.350.6878

Michael Brier specializes in representing closely held businesses in high-stakes, complex commercial disputes. He sees himself primarily as a problem-solver, dedicated to securing the best results for clients in what are almost always difficult situations.

Sometimes, that means going to court. Michael has won numerous cases on behalf of his clients. For example, he won a $7.7 million dollar judgment when an opposing party breached a loan agreement, won summary judgment in favor of two clients accused of breach of fiduciary duty, and won both a defense judgment and an award of attorneys’ fees in favor of a client accused of breaching its incentive bonus plan.

However, the best resolution from the client’s point of view often involves settlement. Michael is equally experienced with helping clients avoid the distraction and expense of trial by resolving their disputes out of court.

Background & Experience

Experience

Prior to entering private practice, Michael worked a criminal prosecutor, trying approximately forty cases to verdict and winning convictions against defendants for a number of serious crimes. Although his practice is now primarily civil, he continues to use the courtroom experience he gained as a prosecutor to good effect.

In in his spare time, Michael enjoys giving advice to younger lawyers (especially those from Boston College Law School, his law school alma mater). He also enjoys reading history, jogging, and spending time with his wife and two young sons.