Joshua Finney

Joshua Finney

4.3
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 8 years

Child custody Lawyer at Charlotte, NC
Practice Areas: Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Child Support, Family

301 S. McDowell Street, Unit 700, Charlotte, NC

About Joshua

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-375 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 8 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2017

Active

No misconduct found

Location

McIlveen Family Law Firm

301 S. McDowell Street, Unit 700, Charlotte, NC, 28204

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Joshua Finney's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

24 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Fatima | July 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Divorce help

Mr. Finney was very responsive, responsible, punctual and very helpful! I highly recommend his services!

Posted by anonymous | September 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Poor representation

I hired Attorney Finney for a child custody case. He initially took interest in my case and took time to listen to and understand my expectations. But pretty quickly, his approach and interest took a nosedive. Soon I was in the middle of a law firm transition which was handled very unprofessionally.... When I contacted his previous law firm for more information on alternative attorneys for ongoing representation, he somehow knew that I was looking for alternative representation and told me that would take more time and delay my case. I was not informed that continuing my representation with him as he moved to a different law firm would require me to pay a second retainer fee. I ended up paying two retainer fees and thousands of dollars on top of it. Not only was I drafting my own legal responses, and correcting multiple errors in legal correspondence but also advocating for myself all the while being charged an obscene amount of money even for reading a two sentence email asking for an update (when there were no updates). When my case was finally closed after an unnecessary 2 month delay, I did not even get a final courtesy email/correspondence from him. Extremely disappointing experience for a very tough personal situation in which I lost everything.

Joshua Finney

Replied last October 20, 2024

Due to the anonymity of this review, I am unable to confirm that I represented this individual. That being said, I must respectfully deny the claims made in this review. My commitment to providing exceptional legal services is unwavering, and I strive to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. I encourage any past client with specific concerns to reach out directly so that we can address them appropriately. Client satisfaction is and will always be my top priority.

Posted by anonymous | July 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Stay Away

I hired Mr. Finney after he gave me false promises. He made a lot of mistakes which he did not take responsibility for. He created problems, charged me for creating and solving them. He was very unresponsive, incompetent, and charged me ridiculous fees for it. He dumped me in the middle of divorce af...ter he put me in a lot of legal problems. Hire a lawyer who is interested in protecting your rights and representing you.

Joshua Finney

Replied last October 20, 2024

Due to the anonymity of this review, I am unable to confirm that I represented this individual. That being said, I must respectfully deny the claims made in this review. My commitment to providing exceptional legal services is unwavering, and I strive to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. I encourage any past client with specific concerns to reach out directly so that we can address them appropriately. Client satisfaction is and will always be my top priority.

Posted by Jamelle | June 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Highly recommend

Attorney Finney is a personable and reliable attorney with thorough knowledge and resources in the field of law. He works diligently to get results and finds alternative methods to bridge the gap between plaintiffs and defendants. He does an excellent job of explaining processes and making sure his c...lients are aware of any changes in a case within a acceptable time frame. His prices are respectable and he works above and beyond his rates. I highly recommend his services to all viewers of this post. He as done an outstanding job in all cases he worked with me.

Posted by LaWanda | January 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Trusted Advocate

Joshua was very professional and kept me informed of every step of my divorce. He is very knowledgeable and communicated in a timely manner. He made a very difficult time very manageable. I am grateful for his counsel. He was worth every dime. I highly recommend him.

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Joshua Finney's Lawyer Endorsements

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Angela McIlveen

Family lawyer | Apr 01

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I’ve had the privilege of working closely with Joshua Finney, Senior Associate here at McIlveen Family Law Firm. Joshua is not only a talented attorney but also a certified mediator, which gives him a unique edge in resolving even the most challenging family law disputes. He’s smart, strategic, and incredibly dedicated to his clients. Joshua has a calm, steady presence that helps clients feel supported during stressful times, and he’s always thinking a few steps ahead. He’s a real asset to our team, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a strong, thoughtful advocate in family law."

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Ryan Stowe

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Finney is a diligent attorney who works extremely hard to produce great outcomes for his clients. He is a true advocate for those he represents. Attorney Finney is someone you want in your corner especially when dealing with complex issues surrounding family law."

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Lindsey Dasher

Marriage and prenuptials lawyer

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Ryan Stowe

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2026

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2026

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

2025

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2025

Rising Star, North Carolina Super Lawyers

2025

Client's Choice, Avvo

2025

Board Certified Specialist - Family Law, North Carolina State Bar

2024

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2024

Client's Choice, Avvo

2023

Legal Elite, Business North Carolina

2022

Bar Leadership Institute, Mecklenburg County Bar

Work Experience

2024 - Present

Senior Associate Attorney, McIlveen Family Law Firm

2022 - 2024

Attorney, Sodoma Law, P.C.

2021 - 2022

Attorney, The Law Office of Tamela T. Wallace, P.A.

2019 - 2021

Associate Attorney, The Patterson Law Office, PLLC

Associations

2017 - Present

Mecklenburg County Bar

Member

2017 - Present

North Carolina State Bar

Member

2017 - Present

North Carolina Bar Association

Member

2012 - Present

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated

Member

Education

2016

Charlotte School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2013

Elizabeth City State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2024

Women's Divorce Workshop

Divorce Q&A

Languages

English

Activity

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