Michael Ondeck is a life-long Maryland Native. He grew up in Potomac, and graduated from Salisbury University with a degree in Finance. At Salisbury, Michael played lacrosse, and also interned at Merrill Lynch.

Subsequent to graduation, Michael began a career in business with Wells Fargo Financial. However, he decided to become the fourth member of his immediate family to be admitted to the Bar. He therefore attended the University of Baltimore School of Law where he focused on developing litigation and trial advocacy skills. Michael added to these skills by interning for Baltimore Law School teaching legend, Professor Byron Warnken, and for Judge William Simmons of the District Court of Montgomery County, Maryland.