Biography
Financial Institutions
With over a decade of regulatory and litigation experience, Michael’s practice includes a strong emphasis in consumer financial services, representing lenders, mortgage servicers, and other financial institutions with a wide array of regulatory and compliance issues as well as extensive federal and state litigation matters. He regularly advises clients on issues involving compliance with the Truth in Lending Act, the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, state unfair and deceptive acts and practices laws, and various other federal and state consumer protection laws and regulations. Michael also has significant experience pursuing title claims on behalf of consumer mortgage lenders and servicers, resolving chain of title and other vesting issues, and negotiating and obtaining releases and subordination of prior mortgages, judgments, and other liens.
Gaming & Regulatory Compliance
Michael’s practice includes representing clients in the highly regulated gaming industry, as well as handling complex licensing matters, confidential investigations, and regulatory proceedings. In particular, he assists clients in the areas of online gaming and sports wagering and regulation. Michael counsel clients on the regulatory and business implications of M&A, market access, financing, internal controls, and other compliance issues. His clients include well-known casino operators, gaming equipment manufacturers, racing and wagering operators, internet operators, vendors, investment funds, and other companies that invest in, or provide services to, the gaming or racing industry.
News & Views
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Media Coverage
NC’s Approach to Sports Betting Licensing ‘Natural Extension’ of Industry
NC Sharp -
Speaking Engagement
Sports Law 2023—The Latest Case Law, Recent Changes, and Best Practices
National Business Institute -
Alert
Game On: Mid-Year Update on U.S. Gaming Industry's Expanding Regulations, Legislation, and Launches
GamingDanielle Catalan Hudson, Dennis M.P. Ehling, Stephen D. Schrier, Michael P. Trainor
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Alert
New Jersey Attorney General Speaks Out About Increased Focus on Advertising in Gaming Industry
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Article
Federal District Court Sides with Prior Circuit Court Opinion on Wire Act Interpretation
The Computer & Internet LawyerDennis M.P. Ehling, Stephen D. Schrier, Michael P. Trainor, Danielle Catalan Hudson
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Alert
Rhode Island District Court Sides with Prior First Circuit Opinion on Wire Act Interpretation
GamingDennis M.P. Ehling, Stephen D. Schrier, Michael P. Trainor, Danielle Catalan Hudson
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Alert
2 Key Measures to Legalize Sports Betting in California Headed for November Ballot
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Alert
Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Eliminates One Percent Ownership License Requirement for Privately Held Companies
Gaming -
Alert
New York Court of Appeals Implements Constitutional Standard for Judging Games of Chance; Confirms Constitutionality of Interactive Fantasy Sports Law
Gaming -
Press Release
Blank Rome Announces 2022 Promotions: 11 Partners, 1 Of Counsel
Natalie Alameddine, Nathan S. Brill, James S. Carter, Heidi G. Crikelair, Michael M. Denci, Kevin M. Eddy
Recognitions
2015, 2017–2018, “Pennsylvania Rising Star” in Consumer Law, listed in Super Lawyers®
Affiliations
Memberships
- American Bar Association
- Pennsylvania Bar Association
Michael serves as a board member on LaSalle University’s Alumni Association.
Credentials
Admissions
- Pennsylvania
- New Jersey
- United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit
- U.S. District Court - Eastern District of Pennsylvania
- U.S. District Court - New Jersey
- Massachusetts
- U.S. District Court - Middle District of Pennsylvania
- U.S. District Court - Western District of Pennsylvania
- United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit
- U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts
Education
- LaSalle University, BS, magna cum laude
- Villanova University School of Law, JD