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Wilmington University Restructuring Institute

In most restructurings, conflict or distress creates a need for a comprehensive understanding of all available restructuring, transactional, and governance strategic alternatives to ensure deal certainty and maximize value.

The Wilmington University Restructuring Institute was established as a national resource for state-of-the-art training in all aspects of the corporate restructuring process.

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Who We Are

The Institute is led by an advisory board composed of nationally recognized industry leaders who develop educational initiatives in restructuring, implement intensive boot-camp training programs and research efforts, and refine best practices in the field.

Meet the Advisory Board Members

What We Do

Leveraging the vast experience and expertise of its esteemed Board, the Institute provides practical and focused programming, research and training for lawyers, financial advisors, investment bankers, students, corporate fiduciaries and restructuring professionals.

Meet the Advisory Board Co-Chairs/Interim Director

John Ray

John Ray, Co-Chairman

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Mike Nestor

Mike Nestor, Co-Chair/Interim Director

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Upcoming Events

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Intro to Bankruptcy Boot Camp

January 13-14, 2026 | 1:00-3:00 PM | Wilmington University Brandywine

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Corporate Investigations—Planning, Process and Performance of a Bulletproof Investigation

February 24, 2026 | 1:00-3:00 PM | Wilmington University Brandywine

  • Claims Overview
  • Process
  • Diligence
  • Conclusions

Registration coming soon.