
Mike (Michael) A. Hurst, Business Attorney in the United States
Over 50 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Energy, and Environmental · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratDentons Canada LLP
Practicing business since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Mike (Michael) A. Hurst is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Mike has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Calgary, AB
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Business · Energy · Environmental
- Handles Business, Energy, and Environmental matters from Calgary, AB.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Mike (Michael) A. Hurst: Mike (Michael) A. Hurst is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Mike has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Mike's practice areas in the U.S.
Mike concentrates on business, energy, environmental, and m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Mike handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Energy
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Environmental
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M&A
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Business cases nationwide
Mike takes business matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mike agrees to represent you.
Energy cases nationwide
Mike takes energy matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mike agrees to represent you.
Environmental cases nationwide
Mike takes environmental matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mike agrees to represent you.
M&A cases nationwide
Mike takes m&a matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Mike agrees to represent you.
Biography
Mike (Michael) A. Hurst, business attorney serving the U.S.
Mike (Michael) A. Hurst is a partner based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Business, Energy, and Environmental. Mike has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Dentons Canada LLP. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Mike works from the U.S. and takes on business matters across the region.
Mike (Michael) A. Hurst is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions, climate change strategies and 2 other areas of law. Mike (Michael) A. received a B.A. degree from University of Alberta in 1974, and has been licensed for 50 years. Mike (Michael) A. practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Calgary, AB.
Mike's approach to business cases
Mike (Michael) A. Hurst is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions, climate change strategies and 2 other areas of law. Mike (Michael) A. received a B.A. degree from University of Alberta in 1974, and has been licensed for 50 years. Mike (Michael) A. practices at Dentons Canada LLP in Calgary, AB.
Clients Mike works with
Mike reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, energy, and environmental matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where Mike studied and practices
University of Alberta
LL.B. · 1975
University of Alberta
B.A. · 1974
Jurisdictions
Mike's state bar admissions
Alberta
1976 · ACTIVE
Mike studied at LL.B. in University of Alberta and B.A. in University of Alberta.
Law school and academic background
Mike completed LL.B. in University of Alberta and B.A. in University of Alberta. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mike runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Mike's legal honors and published work
Mike has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Mike's professional memberships and bar associations
Activities and Affiliations •Member and Past Director of the Canadian Petroleum Law Foundation •Member of the Canadian Bar Association •Member of the Calgary Bar Association
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Locations
Mike (Michael) A. Hurst's office in Calgary
Mike's primary office is at 15th Floor Bankers Court, 850 - 2nd Street SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 0R8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Dentons Canada LLP
15th Floor Bankers Court, 850 - 2nd Street SW
Calgary, AB T2P 0R8
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Client reviews of Mike (Michael) A. Hurst — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Mike. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in your area.
4.4
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How to hire Mike (Michael) A. Hurst — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Mike usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Mike charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mike's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Mike will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Mike
Mike discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Mike confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Mike's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Mike (Michael) A. Hurst
How much does it cost to hire Mike for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Mike walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Mike offer a free consultation?
Mike charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mike's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Mike's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Mike gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Mike take my case if I'm outside the area?
Mike evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Mike's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Mike?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Mike will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Mike accepting new business clients right now?
Mike's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.