Michael M. Besser

Michael M. Besser is a litigator with a focus on helping companies and individuals respond to government investigations, complaints, and indictments based on alleged violations of a wide range of civil, criminal, and administrative laws. Michael has experience assisting clients in a variety of industries in matters involving the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), the Department of Justice (DOJ), and other government agencies. Michael also assists broker-dealers and registered representatives in addressing investigations by the Financial Industry Regulation Authority (FINRA). He is prepared to serve clients with all aspects of matters from the beginnings of an investigation all the way through trial, if necessary.

Michael has also assisted corporate clients to proactively assess the regulatory risks associated with contemplated corporate policies and maintains a commercial litigation practice in state and federal court. His commercial litigation experience includes representing companies and individuals in breach of contract, fraud, and intellectual property disputes.

Michael is also proud to maintain an active pro bono practice focusing on appellate work for individuals in death penalty cases.

Concentrations

•SEC Enforcement Defense
•Health Care Fraud
•Tax Fraud
•FINRA Enforcement Defense
•Commercial Litigation

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, Super Lawyers Magazine, Texas Super Lawyers, 'Rising Stars,' 2023-2025