EDUCATION

University of Louisville, Brandeis School of Law, Louisville, Kentucky, J.D., cum laude, 1995

University of Louisville, Louisville, Kentucky, B.S.B.A., 1986

 

ADMITTED

Illinois 1999

Kentucky 1995

 

PLACE OF BIRTH

Monroe, Louisiana

 
Lawyers / Professionals
 
Michael P. Lusk
Partner
77 West Wacker Drive
Suite 4100
Chicago, Illinois 60601-1818
T: 312.849.8219
F: 312.698.4579
mlusk@mcguirewoods.com

Mr. Lusk has represented investment funds and portfolio companies in all types of private equity transactions from venture to mezzanine to buyout transactions. He also has substantial experience counseling fund managers in all aspects of fund formation.

In addition, he has developed a substantial practice in the areas of complex financings, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate representation for public and private companies ranging from Fortune 100 companies to early stage and emerging growth companies. Mr. Lusk also has significant experience in structuring, negotiating, and documenting commercial real estate joint ventures.

Practices & Industries Previous Experience
  • Partner, Wildman, Harrold, Allen & Dixon LLP, Chicago, Illinois 2001–2008
  • Associate, McBride, Baker & Coles (now Holland & Knight), Chicago, Illinois, 1998–2001
  • Associate, Lynch, Cox, Gilman & Mahan, PSC, Louisville, Kentucky, 1995–1998
Publications
  • Illinois Business Law Series, Vol. IV: Mergers & Acquisitions, Chapter 6, Sample Stock Purchase Agreement With Commentary (IICLE 2005)
  • Assisted in Drafting 1998 Amendments to Kentucky Limited Liability Company Act and Kentucky Revised Uniform Limited Partnership Act
Speaking Engagements
  • “Anatomy of an Acquisition,” The Taylor Group 2007 Breakfast Forum, Chicago, Illinois, June 1, 2007
  • “The Role of Lawyers in Banking Transactions,” Representatives of Bank of China, Chicago, Illinois, 2004
Professional Affiliations
  • Illinois State Bar Association
  • Kentucky Bar Association
  • Chicago Bar Association