Michael G. Burk in

Michael G. Burk

Login to view DISC.
President at The Burk Law Firm, P.C.
📍 Austin, Texas, United States

Michael G. Burk is the President and Managing Shareholder of The Burk Law Firm, P. C. in Austin, Texas. An acclaimed trial lawyer with degrees from Harvard University and The University of Texas School of Law, he specializes in complex business litigation, including fraud, shareholder disputes, and securities law, and also provides strategic counsel to startups.

Based on his public commentary, Michael is an engaged observer of the political landscape, expressing strong opinions on national policy, international relations, and the impact of politics on global issues. He appears passionate about topics such as climate change and corporate governance, often sharing his perspective on current events.

He has held an AV Preeminent rating, the highest peer rating for legal ability and ethics, for over 30 years.

Read the full overview →
Experience
39 Years
Current Role
President
Location
Austin, Texas, United States
Personality Overview

How Michael shows up

Communication Style
Decision Approach
Work Preference

Behavioral traits and communication patterns that shape how this person evaluates opportunities, builds trust, and makes decisions in professional settings.

Login to view personality overview.
Priorities

Topics Michael cares about

Complex Business Litigation
His entire practice is built around high-stakes civil litigation, including shareholder disputes, business fraud, and breach of fiduciary duty.
Startup Law
He counsels startups on formation, fundraising, and scaling, sometimes working on a convertible note basis, indicating a deep interest in the startup ecosystem.
+5 more topics Login to view topics
Career

Work history

8-1992
President
The Burk Law Firm, P.C.
8-1992
President
The Burk Law Firm, P.C.
8-1992
President and Managing Shareholder
The Burk Law Firm, P.C.
5-1988 - 12-1989
Senior Associate Trial Attorney
Liddell, Sapp, et al. (now Locke Lord)
6-1984 - 5-1988
Senior Associate Litigation Attorney
McGinnis, Lochridge & Kilgore, L.L.P.
In the press

Media appearances

No media yetWe could not find public media appearances for this person.
Education
1980 - 1982
J.D.
The University of Texas School of Law
1976 - 1979
A.M. (Masters)
Harvard University
Social presence
in
Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

DISC behavioral profile

Dominance, influence, steadiness, and calculativeness scores with guidance on how this person prefers to communicate and decide.

Login to view DISC.

More profiles

Discover additional public profiles from our index.

Jeff Desroches
Jeff Desroches
Senior Vice President, Corporate Development
eMolecules
 Ken Dao
Ken Dao
Sr. Director. Supply Chain
IHI Terrasun Solutions
 Kristen Cardinalli
Kristen Cardinalli
VP Operations & Chief of Staff, Office of the Chief Client Officer (CCO)
Rimini Street
 Scott Loose
Scott Loose
VP of Solutions
smartShift Technologies
Unlock the full playbookSee exactly how to sell to Michael. Free, 10 seconds.