Michael Alty

Counsel

Toronto
[email protected]
416.367.6687

Michael is a corporate and transactional lawyer whose practice focuses on the energy sector.

Michael is a trusted advisor to a range of stakeholders, including independent power producers, utilities, governments, investors and energy developers, on sophisticated energy mandates involving mergers and acquisitions, project development, joint ventures and strategic partnerships, including Indigenous equity participation structures.

Michael also supports clients with corporate and commercial matters, including limited partnership agreements, shareholder agreements, commercial agreements, corporate governance and complex corporate reorganizations.

In addition to his energy practice, Michael advises technology, retail and consumer goods companies on transactions and commercial agreements that support their operations in Canada and internationally.

Prior to joining BLG, Michael practised at a leading national law firm. He is ranked in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada for Corporate Governance.

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Professional Involvement

  • Member, Canadian Bar Association

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized in the 2025 edition (and since 2024) of The Best Lawyers in Canada as “Ones to Watch” (Corporate Governance).

Bar Admission & Education

  • Ontario, 2022
  • British Columbia, 2015
  • JD, University of British Columbia, 2014
  • MIntSt, University of Otago (New Zealand), 2009
  • BA, Canadian Mennonite University, 2008