Michael McDonald is a resident of Pensacola, Florida and has been practicing law since 2016. He is a Cum Laude graduate of Florida State University College of Law. Michael also graduated with honors from FSU in 2012 with a Bachelor of Science degree in International Affairs.

Michael practiced criminal law as a state prosecutor for several years, gaining extensive trial experience. Thereafter, he transitioned to civil litigation at top Florida law firms and as in-house counsel handling personal injury, trucking and vehicle accidents, premises liability, breach of contract, insurance claims, and first person property matters. Michael also practices in entertainment and music law, including contract drafting and negotiation, and works in film production.

Michael is a Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Mediator in all judicial circuits of the state.