Michael Mason

Michael Mason is a Tennessee business attorney who advises business owners, buyers, sellers, and private equity-backed companies on corporate transactions and general business matters. He focuses on mergers and acquisitions, business purchases and sales, contracts, labor and employment concerns, commercial real estate issues, and outside general counsel services. He helps clients structure transactions, manage day-to-day legal needs, and make decisions that support growth, continuity, and long-term business goals.

Mason earned his J.D. magna cum laude from Chicago-Kent College of Law and his B.S. cum laude from Southern Illinois University. His education developed a strong foundation in corporate law, transaction analysis, negotiation, and business planning. His training supports his ability to review complex agreements, identify legal and commercial risks, explain important deal terms, and provide practical advice to owners navigating significant operational or ownership changes.

Mason previously practiced at large law firms in Chicago, including DLA Piper LLP, Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP, and Honigman LLP. He also served as general counsel for several private equity-sponsored companies, advising them on daily legal matters as their operations expanded. His experience includes personally handling hundreds of transactions valued from $1 million to $1 billion, including business and professional practice acquisitions, sales, and related employment, real estate, and contractual matters.

Michael Mason brings large-firm transaction experience and an in-house counsel perspective to clients seeking direct, practical legal guidance. He is licensed in Tennessee and Illinois and belongs to the American Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, and Illinois State Bar Association. His work emphasizes candid advice, careful risk assessment, responsive service, and legal strategies designed to reduce transaction stress while positioning businesses for sustainable growth.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Inflection Business Law, PLLC
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Member, Illinois State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Tennessee
• Illinois

Education

• Chicago-Kent College of Law
  Juris Doctoe (JD)
• Southern Illinois University
  BS with Cum Laude

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