In 1815 Sir Michael was junior counsel to Daniel O’Connell, whose friendship was of great assistance to him. In 1834 he became Solicitor-General for Ireland and was elected MP for Dungarvan from 1835 to 1837.
In 1815, Sir Michael served as junior counsel to Daniel O'Connell, who provided valuable support to him.  He later became Solicitor-General for Ireland in 1834 and was elected MP for Dungarvan from 1835 to 1837.