Michael Maiola
About Michael Maiola
Michael Maiola serves as Senior Legal Counsel at SOTI, where he has worked since 2022. He has held various legal positions at companies such as Shopify, DAS Legal Protection Inc., and State Farm, and he holds a Doctor of Law degree from Western University.
Current Role at SOTI
Michael Maiola serves as Senior Legal Counsel at SOTI, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he provides legal guidance and support to the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. He also works on various legal issues that arise within the company. Additionally, he has been functioning as Legal Counsel at SOTI since 2021, contributing to the legal framework and operations of the company.
Previous Experience in Legal Counsel
Prior to his current role at SOTI, Michael Maiola worked at several prominent organizations. He was employed as Legal Counsel at Shopify from 2019 to 2020, where he addressed legal matters pertinent to the e-commerce platform. Before that, he served as Underwriting Counsel at DAS Legal Protection Inc. for 11 months in 2019. His experience also includes a position as Legal Counsel at Desjardins General Insurance Group from 2016 to 2019 and at State Farm from 2014 to 2015.
Educational Background
Michael Maiola obtained his Doctor of Law (JD) from Western University, completing his studies from 2010 to 2013. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor of Arts with a Double Major in Political Science and Sociology, focusing on Crime, Law, and Deviance, from the University of Toronto between 2005 and 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his legal career.
Early Career Development
Michael Maiola began his legal career as an Articling Student at Gluckstein Personal Injury Lawyers from 2013 to 2014. He also gained experience as a Summer Law Student at DioGuardi Tax Law from 2010 to 2012. These early roles allowed him to develop essential legal skills and knowledge that he has applied throughout his professional journey.