Atty. Michael Valo
Michael Valo is a partner at Glaholt Bowles LLP with a practice dedicated to construction and infrastructure disputes, including international arbitration and complex project litigation. He represents owners, contractors, and engineers across major infrastructure projects such as pipelines, power generation and transmission facilities, mining operations, tunneling and light rail systems, and healthcare developments.
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Michael Valo is a construction attorney, practicing at Glaholt Bowles LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).
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About Michael Valo
- Michael Valo is a partner at Glaholt Bowles LLP with a practice dedicated to construction and infrastructure disputes, including international arbitration and complex project litigation
- He represents owners, contractors, and engineers across major infrastructure projects such as pipelines, power generation and transmission facilities, mining operations, tunneling and light rail systems, and healthcare developments
- Michael regularly acts as counsel in arbitrations under ICC, UNCITRAL, and ad hoc rules, and advises on dispute resolution processes including Dispute Resolution Boards
- He has significant experience across a range of project delivery models — from design-build and EPC to P3 agreements — and is frequently engaged in claims involving delay, disruption, design deficiencies, and professional negligence
- Known for his strategic, practical approach, Michael helps clients navigate high-stakes disputes with a focus on effective risk management and resolution
- He is a Founding Member and Regional Director (Ontario) of the Society of Construction Law North America and has been recognized by Lexpert and Who’s Who Legal as a leader in construction law
- In addition to his practice, Michael is an Adjunct Professor of Construction Law at the University of Toronto Faculty of Law
- He writes and speaks regularly on topics including delay claims, expert evidence, arbitration, and emerging issues in construction law
- He is called to the bar in Ontario, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, and holds a J.D. from the University of Toronto and a B.A. (Great Distinction) from McGill University
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Focused Construction Practice
Concentrating on construction means Michael Valo's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Transparent Client Communication
Clients consistently note that understanding what is happening in their case — and why — is as important as the outcome itself. Michael Valo maintains clear, timely communication throughout every matter.
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