Michael Basist Email & Phone Number

Washington, D.C., US

New York, US

I represent and counsel financial institutions, public and private companies, and private equity sponsors in a variety of commercial lending and financing transactions.

New York, US

Staff writer for the monthly newsletter, covering major legal developments in the sports industry.

Served in the chambers of the Honorable Lance M. Africk

New Orleans, LA, US

Worked on insurance, admiralty and maritime defense litigation projects for many groups, ranging from insurance coverage to casualty defense. Drafted research memorandums involving insurance, contract, and tort law issues; Motions For Summary Judgment; Motions to Dismiss; Motions to Compel Discovery; Notice of Removal; Receipt, Release & Indemnity.

Phoenix, AZ, US

• Accountable for all aspects of ticket sales, business development, and client management for Suns Legacy Partners
• Worked closely with community programs to enhance sponsorship opportunities
• Handle all day-to-day duties, in addition to game day duties, which include communications with client lists, implementing fan experiences, in game visits and follow ups to ensure absolute client satisfaction
• Execute large events and game experiences for clients that promote the team brand and creates fan loyalty
• Create and present new business sales proposals, or renewal packages to prospects and clients.

Phoenix, AZ, US

• Generated new ticket revenue for the Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Arizona Rattlers and, Talking Stick Resort Arena
• Achieve sales goals based on revenue objectives and weekly metrics as assigned by the organization.

• Floated on various legislative aides' desks, answered phones, rolled calls, scheduled meetings.
• Compiled research and memos for potential congressional legislation.
• Wrote press materials and presented to internal media representatives.
• Leveraged technical resources to design and create campaign deliverables, including e-mail invitations and compilation of research memos.

Scottsdale, US

• Wrote media releases for My Sisters Closet and Dunkin Donuts.
• Created Excel Spreadsheets for PR research and information.
• Coordinated news releases, media responses, and press packets for Dunkin Donuts and other companies.
• Drafted engaging, accurate and effective press releases.
• Worked closely with clients to identify their needs and challenges and provide solutions-oriented campaign themes.

Juris Doctor (J.D.), Order Of The Coif, Magna Cum Laude

Bachelor'S Degree, Communication & Political Science

High School