Offit Kurman

Mergers and Acquisitions

Principal

Michiel Bloemsma is a corporate attorney who provides strategic legal counsel to privately held companies, entrepreneurs, and investors, with a strong focus on international business transactions. Known for his thoughtful and thorough approach, Michiel helps clients anticipate and avoid “what-if” scenarios that could disrupt operations or growth.

He advises on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, including entity formation, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, and financing arrangements. Michiel also counsels clients on commercial agreements such as sales and distribution contracts, software licensing, and other key operational deals.

His client base spans diverse industries, including software and technology, startups, manufacturing, wholesale and distribution, financial services, investment, and professional services. Whether guiding a high-growth startup or an established international enterprise, Michiel partners closely with clients to structure transactions that align with long-term business objectives and ensure operational clarity.

A significant portion of his practice is devoted to international transactions. Drawing on legal experience in both Europe and the United States, Michiel is uniquely positioned to support European and other foreign companies entering or expanding in the U.S. market. His responsiveness, and fluency in international legal dynamics make him a trusted advisor to clients navigating the complexities of U.S. business law.

Michiel also collaborates seamlessly with Offit Kurman’s multidisciplinary legal team to provide integrated counsel across intellectual property, employment, real estate, litigation, and estate planning. This holistic approach enables clients to proactively manage risk and lay a solid foundation for sustainable success.

Outside of his legal work, Michiel enjoys staying active outdoors, working out, exploring local farmers' markets, and discovering new restaurants.

European American Chamber of Commerce, Member

Netherland-America Foundation, Member

American Bar Association, Business Law Section, Member

International Bar Association, Member

Leiden University School of Law (LL.B)

Columbia Law School (LL.M.)

Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law (J.D.)