Atty. Michael Nicastro
Michael Nicastro is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, bankruptcy chapter 7, bankruptcy chapter 13 and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Toledo in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Bankruptcy & More Attorney · Serving Irvine, CA · 34+ Years Experience
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About Michael Nicastro at a Glance
Michael Nicastro is a Shareholder based in Irvine, California, practicing at Nicastro Associates P C. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in California (1992) and Texas United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit United States District Court for the Nort (2022). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Toledo (B.B.A. Accounting, 1989). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Orange County Bar Association (Member, Commercial Law & Bankruptcy Section) American Bankruptcy Institute National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys Association The Orange County Bankruptcy Forum. Serves clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Nicastro
- Michael Nicastro is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, bankruptcy chapter 7, bankruptcy chapter 13 and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Toledo in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Michael practices at Nicastro & Associates, P.C. in Irvine, CA
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Michael Nicastro's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Nicastro handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Irvine.
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy in Irvine
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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Irvine
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Business & Corporate Law in Irvine
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Irvine
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Irvine
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Irvine are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Irvine Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Irvine-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Irvine Choose Michael Nicastro
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Nicastro's practice in the field of chapter 7, chapter 13, business, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Nicastro brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California and Texas United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit United States District Court for the Nort, Michael Nicastro can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 7, chapter 13, and business, Michael Nicastro can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Irvine
A Irvine-based practice means Michael Nicastro attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Nicastro Handles in Irvine
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