Professionals

Biography

Michael E. Ma is a Founding Member and Partner. Michael represents clients in a variety of property related matters and focuses on eminent domain litigation including all aspects of land acquisitions from negotiations through condemnation.

Michael has extensive experience managing and handling power line project acquisitions, condemnations, and experience with the regulatory process for project approval. Additionally, Michael has handled condemnations involving pipelines, sewer lines, and other infrastructure projects. With the increased development and growth in North Texas, commercial and individual clients have also turned to Michael to represent them when facing condemnations.

Recently, Michael has also shared his knowledge and expertise by taking a position as an adjunct Professor of Law at Texas Tech’s School of Law. He teaches an eminent domain upper-level writing seminar which is part of Texas Tech Law School’s Energy Law concentration.

Michael is also fluent in Mandarin Chinese, has an international business background with executive managerial experience, and his personal interests include scuba diving, hunting, and target shooting.

Professional Affiliations and Honors

Adjunct Professor of Law at Texas Tech Law School 2024 – Current

Member of The State Bar of Texas

Member of The International Right of Way Association

Member of the National Order of Barristers

Recognized as a Super Lawyer by Texas Super Lawyers, a Service Publication of Thomson Reuters 2019 – 2024

Recognized as a Rising Star by Texas Super Lawyers, a Service Publication of Thomson Reuters 2013 – 2017

Educational and Professional Background

Southern Methodist University, Juris Doctor, Cum Laude

Cornell University, Bachelor of Arts

Publications and Speeches

Author of Considering Liens When Acquiring Easements, Published in the Texas Tech Law Review

Overview of the Eminent Domain Process in Texas, a CLE Presentation for the State Bar of Texas CLE Education Program

The Role of Experts in an Eminent Domain Case, a CLE Presentation for the State Bar of Texas CLE Education Program

Eminent Domain from Each Side, Dallas Bar Association, Energy Law Section, March, 2014

Lienholder Considerations in Easement Acquisitions, “Hot Topics in Real Estate and Eminent Domain,” International Right of Way Spring Seminar, Chapter 36, 2012