Michael B. Victorian
Counsel
When high-stakes disputes are headed for trial, Michael B. Victorian’s courtroom experience and steady presence build strong defenses before judges and juries. A trusted trial resource, he’s at ease stepping into conflicts when negotiations stall to prepare clients for court. His persuasive courtroom presence, clear communication style, and skill in shaping trial themes drive results for clients in state and federal court.
Michael defends private industry, government and athlete clients in a wide range of disputes involving business operations, professional liability and company leadership. With experience spanning the spectrum of commercial litigation issues, he partners with clients to evaluate their options, offer business counseling, and develop litigation strategies.
Experience
Commercial Litigation
- Second-chaired trial team to win class-action jury verdict that state regulator was not at fault for $400 million in losses from second-largest Ponzi scheme in U.S. history.
- Delivered opening and closing arguments to secure rejection of all claims against major university in highly publicized jury trial over multimillion-dollar sexual harassment and retaliation allegations from former athletic program administrator.
- Served as go-to legal counsel to help industrial product distributor comply with evolving health and safety guidance and recover outstanding debt through mediation, avoiding the need for litigation.
- Protected prominent entrepreneur’s bar, restaurant and retail business from hostile takeover by former partner by securing a court order after successful bench trial expelling former partner and preventing further interference.
- Negotiated favorable settlements, including in federal court, for several municipalities in cases involving law enforcement agencies and section 1983 claims.
Sports Industry and Name, Image and Likeness
- Negotiated a near seven-figure NIL revenue-sharing agreement for nation’s No. 1-ranked high school safety with major university and advised client on college recruitment.
- Guided HBCU football player and Bayou Classic MVP on NIL issues.
- Negotiated third-party NIL agreement between football equipment startup and student-athlete.
- Resolved NIL licensor dispute for college basketball player by negotiating favorable agreement to repay loan secured by NIL rights.
- Structured contract and compensation structure for college football Associate Athletic Director position at mid-major powerhouse.
- Contributed to the Louisiana Name, Image, and Likeness Task Force in drafting the 2025 Report.