LAWYER PROFILE
Michael R Nestor

Michael R Nestor

USA 2026

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Practice Areas

Mike's practice emphasizes the restructuring of business organizations ranging in size from large publicly held companies to mid-market closely held companies.

Professional Memberships

Mike has been recognized by Chambers USA America's Leading Lawyers for Business, The Best Lawyers in America ®, Delaware Super Lawyers ®, Who's Who Legal and Corporate Counsel ® for several years as one of the top bankruptcy lawyers in Delaware and the country.

Publications

Having authored dozens of articles, managed the firm’s Corporate Restructuring Trend Watches and Case Alerts, and spoken on a variety of corporate restructuring, insolvency and bankruptcy related issues, Mike has kept his finger on the pulse of restructuring precedent/strategy and ensured that his clients, co-counsel and restructuring contacts are educated and up-to-speed on the state of the law.

Chambers Review

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Bankruptcy/Restructuring - Delaware

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Individual Editorial
Michael Nestor is well versed in advising debtors on a range of proceedings, including Chapter 11 filings and workouts. He is also noted for his expert representation of private equity funds in the restructuring space.

Strengths

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  • Mike brings exceptional legal and commercial instincts to bear on all matters, and he is a trusted adviser in all situations.

    Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA
  • Michael is diligent and responsive, and offers great judgment and court and client presence.

    Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA
  • Michael is one of the deans of the Delaware bankruptcy Bar. He knows Delaware procedure better than most and is responsive and proactive.

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  • Michael gives good, practical advice and is very efficient.

    Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA
  • He is knowledgeable and has built an amazing and deep practice.

    Bankruptcy/RestructuringChambers Guide to the USA

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