Michael D. Finn

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Michael D. Finn

4.9
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 55 years

Real estate Lawyer at Saint Petersburg, FL
Practice Areas: Real Estate, Contracts & Agreements, Class Action

8380 Bay Pines Blvd, Saint Petersburg, FL

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About Michael

Biography

We work to negotiate timeshare contract terminations on behalf of our clients.

When Experience Counts! Let us assist you with your Timeshare Contract Cancellation issues.

When Timeshare Negotiation and Litigation Experience Counts!

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Real Estate 50%

Timeshare, Vacation Ownership, Fractional & Other Condo/HOA Real Estate issues.

56 years

50%
Contracts and Agreements 30%

Contract Negotiation, Cancellation and/or Rescission.

47 years

30%
Class Action 20%

Consumer Protection, Debt Collection and other.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Contingency

10%-25%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2022 2021
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+ 10
Silver Client Champion

Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 15 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2011

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 55 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1970

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Finn Law Group

8380 Bay Pines Blvd, Saint Petersburg, FL, 33709

finnlawgroup.com

Online Presence

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Michael D. Finn's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

178 Client Reviews

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Posted by Shirley | June 24, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Working with the Finn Law Firm

I was very pleased with the prompt timing of getting rid of our timeshare for us. I worked with Dain Page from the Finn Law Firm and he was always prompt in getting back to me and communicating with me on the process. Would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking to cancel an timeshare membe...rship

Posted by Paul | June 21, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Timeshare settlement

Michael Finn handled the resolution of my timeshare with alacrity, obtaining a resolution that was extremely fair. It is clear why people have turned to him for this kind of work. It was done promptly and all details were laid out clearly before there was any monetary obligation. I would recommend... his work without hesitation to anyone who is in need of this kind of service.

Posted by Lanette | June 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate

Parent's Timeshare

When my parents died, executing the estate was difficult every step of the way. They had three weeks of timeshare at a Myrtle Beach resort. As I researched my options as executor, I grew very frustrated. None of us, siblings, could afford to keep the timeshare and it was obvious quickly that they ...did their best to try to force the timeshare on the children as a "legacy" that they liked to call an "investment". I even tried to give it to a charity and they responded that they couldn't accept it because they wouldn't be able to unload it either. Luckily I stumbled onto Finn Law Group and since I'd fortunately done everything right in the meantime, they were able to get the timeshare company to take back the timeshare entirely. Josh and Dain kept track of the progress and were able to get through the mountains of paperwork in order to get the issue resolved. Dealing with timeshares is beyond a headache!! Much thanks to everyone at Finn Law Group and especially Josh and Dain.

Posted by David | June 17, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Mission Accomplished! Highly Recommend.

I contacted the law firm after a recommendation from Irene Parker, a writer who covers timeshares. Mr Finn promptly returned my call and was upfront about everything. While expressing high confidence in his ability to resolve my problem, he also informed me of all possible outcomes and never tried ...to "sell" me. After the initial contact and payment, I dealt primarily with the firm's staff, in particular Dain Page and Joel Osborne. They were professional, helpful and responsive. Ultimately my timeshare interests were resolved in just under five months from initial contact to the timeshare being deeded back to the resort and recorded with the county. I am now free of that terrible situation that seemed to get worse every year. More importantly, my children will not have to deal with it after I "check out". I would highly recommend the Finn Law Group.

Posted by john | June 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

the real deal

After extensively researching other avenues of getting out of a horrible timeshare situation, I decided to give the Finn Law Group a try. Having been burnt by a previous firm, I was quite apprehensive as to any promises made by anyone concerning this matter. Well, everyone I dealt with was courteous..., responsive, and professional. All phone inquiries were promptly returned and every step was clearly explained. The fact that they charged substantially less than other firms I contacted certainly added to my complete satisfaction.

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Linda Anderson

Real estate lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked as co-counsel on cases with Mike Finn. Over the past 15 years, his experience with real estate issues has been the difference in the outcome of many cases."

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Daniel Weberman

Real estate lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is an exemplary attorney....a zealous advocate and passionate professional. If you need an attorney who will take your issue and try the hell out of the case, Mike Finn is your man."

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Austin Aaronson

Consumer protection lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike is smart, dedicated, and truly cares about his clients as people, not just cases. He believes in what he's doing and it's a labor of love for him. I've benefited from his insight and gracious collaboration extended in spite of our status as 'competitors'. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone needing timeshare representation."

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David Barman

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael Finn and his staff have exceptional skill. I have personally worked with him on timeshare cancellation for a client. To all considering retaining him, he has my highest recommendation!"

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Aaron Swift

Class action lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I wholeheartedly endorse Mr. Finn. He doggedly represents the interests of his consumer clients against all manner of deceptive and unfair trade practices. His knowledge of timeshare law, in particular, is unmatched."

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David Dalenberg

Real estate lawyer | Jul 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Finn has represented opposing parties in cases I was involved in and I have been involved in litigation that we have represented co-parties. His creativity and knowledge of the law and common sense of practice have always impressed me and I highly recommend him to others to represent them in real estate issues and other matters."

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Susan Budowski

Unknown lawyer | Mar 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Whalen

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I enthusiastically endorse Michael Finn. Michael is a very knowledgeable and experienced lawyer who I have had the opportunity to work with on several matters. He is an excellent attorney that is dedicated to his clients' interests."

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Bruce Sage

Business lawyer | Jun 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. It's been my pleasure to have known Michael Finn professionally for about 25 years. I have consulted with Mike on many matters over that time period and to this day value his professional judgment and seek his counsel on a fairly regular basis. I am delighted to recommend him highly for his legal counsel."

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Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2019

Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2011 - 2016

House Counsel, National Beverage Company

1997 - 1998

House Counsel, M.I.C - National Mortgage Company

Associations

2011 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1970 - Present

Michigan Bar Association

50 Year Member

Federal Bar Association

St. Petersburg Bar Association, Bankruptcy Section

Florida Justice Association

Sample of Legal Cases

Best, et al. v. Bluegreen Corp., et al (Class Action)

Class Action Settlement

Laning, et al v. Orange Lake County Club, Inc. et al

Settled

Timeshare Resort Developer

Case Settled - Contract Rescinded / Client Refunded All Monies

Timeshare Resale Company

Case Settled - Client Refunded Advertising / Sales Fee

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Education

2011

University of South Florida

Certificate

1970

Wayne State University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1967

Wayne State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Spring FTOG Conference Timeshare

Publications

2013

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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