Michael E. Holt

Michael E. Holt

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024
Awarded Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Litigation - Bankruptcy
Awarded Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law Litigation - Bankruptcy
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Forman Holt

3 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Michael Holt has built a reputation as a thorough and no-nonsense bankruptcy attorney and commercial litigator.

Adept in crisis management and problem solving, Mr. Holt represents fiduciaries in insolvency cases.

Mr. Holt often represents official creditor committees in the context of Chapter 11 proceedings and unofficial creditor committees in the context of business workouts. His skills keep him involved in an array of activities such as coordinating the windup of an operating debtor, administering the mandatory sale of a debtor's assets and pursuing creative solutions for recovery. He is respected both inside and outside the firm for his sound judgment, capable case management and diligent approach to work.

Distinctions:

  • Selected to Super Lawyers 2006 - 2026
  • Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America 2024 - 2026
  • Named to "Top Lawyers of Bergen County" by 201 Magazine
  • Actively participates in the ongoing education of the legal community
  • Authors articles & guest lectures for the Bankruptcy Section of the New Jersey Bar Association
Works at
Forman Holt

3 Best Lawyers awards

Forman Holt logo

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Education

  • Seton Hall University, JD, graduated 1990

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Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
  • Litigation - Bankruptcy

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