Bass, Berry & Sims attorney Mike Stewart was elected as a Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers (ACREL) as a member of the Class of 2026. ACREL is the select national association of preeminent commercial real estate lawyers focused on service to clients, colleagues and the profession. Admission is by invitation only after a rigorous screening process. ACREL’s distinguished, nationally known lawyers have been elected to fellowship for their outstanding legal ability, experience and high standards of professional and ethical conduct in the practice of real estate law.

The Class of 2026 includes 60 new Fellows nationwide. Notably, Mike is the only attorney admitted from the state of Tennessee this year and joins just 11 other active ACREL Fellows practicing in the state. The full ACREL Class of 2026 can be found here.

Mike Stewart 2025Mike is a nationally recognized commercial real estate attorney who advises developers, investors, and owners on projects throughout the Southeast and across the country. With a particular focus on multifamily transactions, he draws on his deep experience spanning over 15 years to efficiently structure, negotiate and close complex transactions. Mike’s practice is diverse, covering a wide range of deal sizes and property types, reflecting his comprehensive understanding of the commercial real estate industry. Read more about Mike’s practice here.