Michael Abrams is a partner in the Business Group whose clients includes home buyers and sellers, commercial real estate developers and small and mid-sized business owners. Michael’s experience in business law, real estate and estate planning allows him to provide a seamless and valued added service to his clients’ related needs.

Michael has developed one of the Ottawa area’s most successful residential real estate practices thanks to the close, personal attention he provides each of his clients.

Michael never forgets how important each home transaction is to the people involved and he is committed to always being available to answer any questions about the home buying and selling process. Michael is Certified by the Law Society of Ontario as a Specialist in Real Estate Law and has acted as an instructor for the Ontario Real Estate Association’s Real Estate College licensing program. Michael regularly speaks at real estate and mortgage offices ensuring that his acquired knowledge and expertise are disseminated to all those involved in real estate transactions.

Michael is also actively involved in the commercial real estate sector and regularly advises on property acquisitions and dispositions as well as the financing, planning and approvals required for commercial, residential and mixed-use developments. He assists both real estate investors and developers with preparing joint-venture agreements, conventional financing and alternate financing vehicles, condominium operations and leasing.

From new business incorporations, financing, buy/sells of assets and shares and shareholder agreements to on-going corporate governance issues, Michael works diligently with many business owners to ensure their on-going legal needs and obligations are being met. His business clients represent a diverse range of industries including professional corporations, high-tech, retail, construction and hospitality.

An Avid rugby enthusiast, Michael has served on the Board of Directors of the Twin Elm Rugby Park. He has recently retired from competitive rugby and now enjoys watching his son on the pitch. Michael is a long suffering Detroit Lions fan who holds out hope that maybe this is finally the year.

Client Testimonials

Michael Abrams is a rockstar of a Lawyer. I have had the pleasure of working with Michael and his team a number of times on Real Estate transactions. What makes Michael such a standout is the speed of response, the thoroughness of his work and a real can do, positive, upbeat, solution oriented attitude towards his work. I emphatically recommend working with Mike for all of your Real Estate needs. – Sean McCann, 2023

Michael Abrams & his legal clerk, Natalie were amazing to work with. I had a refinance closing and it was a time sensitive matter. They closed this within a few days from initial contact, and the lender instructing them. No other lawyer would typically close a mortgage in 4 days. Thank you again Michael & Natalie! This is a 10 star review! – Kaitlin Pierce, 2023

We recently used Michael Abram’s services for the purchase of our new home in Ottawa. I am so happy my realtor recommended him to us because we had such a great experience. Michael and his assistant were very prompt at answering any of our questions and very good at explaining the steps of the sale to ensure everything went smoothly. Our lender gave us a bit of a run around towards the closing date and Michael was able to get all the paperwork in order on time despite the delays from the bank. This is the third lawyer I’ve used for a sale/ purchase of a home and By far the best experience. 10/10!! – Krista Loder, 2022

Michael Abrams has helped me sell and buy multiple homes and he and his team are always so wonderful to work with. Any time I have a question Mike has been available, he responds incredibly fast and he is kind and patient when answering my many questions! I have worked with other real estate lawyers and they have always been so hard to reach without going through many assistants and receptionists. Mike is always an email or phone call away, giving you a very comfortable and personal experience. I would HIGHLY recommend using Mike and his team! – Chelsea Visneskie, 2022