LAWYER PROFILE
Michael A Stewart

Michael A Stewart

USA 2026

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About

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Practice Areas

Mike Stewart advises developers and investors on commercial real estate projects throughout Tennessee and across the country. His practice is diverse, covering a wide range of deal sizes and property types with extensive experience in retail and office leasing. Mike is actively involved in the commercial real estate community, investing time and energy into organizations that further the industry and positively impact his clients. Drawing upon his industry knowledge, experience and relationships, Mike helps his clients efficiently structure, negotiate and close transactions.

Mike's real estate practice focuses on:

- Acquisition & Development

- Healthcare Real Estate

- Commercial Leasing

- Real Estate Finance

Career

Mike joined Bass, Berry & Sims in 2008.

Professional Memberships

International Council of Shopping Centers — Tennessee Next Generation Chair; Tennessee/Kentucky Idea Exchange, Planning Committee

Middle Tennessee CCIM — Board of Directors

Nashville Downtown Partnership — Board of Directors

National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP)

Urban Land Institute

Personal

JD, Georgia State University College of Law (2008)

BA, Indiana University (2002)

Awards

Real Estate Law (2024-2026)

The Best Lawyers in America©

“Best of the Bar” (2023)

Nashville Business Journal

Real Estate (2024-2026)

Chambers USA

Best Mentor, Finalist (2025, 2026)

Southeastern Legal Awards

Lawyers in Real Estate Award (2025)

Connect CRE

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Real Estate - Tennessee

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Individual Editorial
Michael Stewart is an accomplished lawyer who represents his clients in acquisitions and subsequent construction, development, leasing, financing and disposition of property.

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