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

Showing 16 - 20 of 58 reviews | Consumer Protection

Posted by Robert | August 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

Great appreciation for Finn Law Gtoup

My 83 year old parents were pressured and frankly tricked into buying multiple time share weeks that they couldn't afford, they were then ALMOST swindled by a "Time Share Relief" company that pretty much posed as a lawyer (good thing that we read the fine print) and almost took them for multiple tens... of thousands of more dollars, offering to help them "try" to disengage from their time share commitment. Many more such timeshare relief companies emerged to offer the same. It was a financial disaster unfolding whichever way we turned until I found Michael Finn and his law group. Doing so was an incredible blessing as my parents were relieved of their timeshare commitment for a fraction of what the other "relief" companies were asking and the entire process was professional and straightforward. From our initial consultation with Michael, to working with his entire team including other lawyers, office staff and office management it was a pleasure. They ALL worked diligently to resolve issues and really showed that they truly cared about my parents and our family's well being. My family will be forever grateful for the work that the Finn Law group did on our behalf.

Posted by Bryan | July 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

MY EXPERIENCE WITH THE FINN LAW GROUP

I got myself into a real mess with timeshare purchases that I didn't fully understand because I wasn't fully informed, and which threatened my retirement after a career of nearly fifty years. I was contacted by a fake timeshare escape company that took my money and never did a thing. Frustrated and ...fearful about how I could afford to pay the timeshare bills, which continued to escalate at an alarming rate-- increasing maintenance fees, etc--I turned to the NY Times to see if they had done reports on timeshare controversies, which might contain the names of some honest and effective attorneys who specialized in timeshare cases. I found an article in which Michael D. Finn was frequently quoted as a legal expert on the subject. I immediately contacted the Finn Law Group in Florida, and they gave me very clear information about what they could and couldn't do, how the process would work, what I had to do in terms of supplying records and documents, and what it would cost me. They did everything they promised and more. Stephanie Pryor did much of the work on my case and kept me informed whenever there was a development. They put their legal expertise to work in my case, which is now being concluded in my favor, and I am most grateful that I will be able to continue my retirement without having to deal with the escalating timeshare demands that threatened my retirement. There are many fraudulent timeshare escape companies which will take your money and never do anything to address the real problem. The Finn Law Group is NOT one of them. They know what they're doing, and they will apply their skills to your case, as they did with mine. I am most grateful.

Posted by Michael | February 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

This is your best option

My wife and I very stupidly got shammed into a timeshare in Florida which apparently is quite common. After a lot of researching online on what the heck to do about it after I realized how dumb it was I ran across stories of the resorts suing Michael Finn for how he was winning the cases to get out o...f them. That was all I needed haha. If these scam artists are suing him that was a darn good sign to me. They told me I had a case and said it could take up to a year or more before it's finalized. 5 months in and it's done already easy as pie on my end. The only better option besides hiring Michael Finn to resolve your timeshare case is not getting one to begin with.

Posted by Jeff | October 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

Best Staff EVER!

My wife and I got sucked into several contracts with a major hotel chain. After we tried unsuccessfully to book a number of reservations, we started calling their “premium, glitzy, once in a life-time, one-in-a-million, platinum/diamond elite” line. We then started getting our professional run-around.... This went on for over a year. That’s when I started doing some research on-line. What drew us to the Finn Law Group was the fact that Mr. Finn went to Florida to retire! But because of a friend of his who had the same problem as we all presumably have, he saw a huge demand for his expertise. Long story short, they got us out of BOTH contracts, one in North Carolina and the other in Tuscany (Italy). Yes, you might think it’s pricey at first, but start adding up what this will cost you in the long run, and if you’re like us, you’ll realize that this is nothing short of the bargain of the century! I’m sure all the paralegals there are worth their weight in gold, but if you’re lucky enough to snag Stephanie, you got yourself a real Rock Star! Bite the bullet and git’r done!

Posted by Don | December 15, 2017 | Consumer Protection

Honest and effective

We were talked into buying a timeshare while in Orlando. When we got out of the timeshare sales office and started checking into the details, it was clear we were misled. My wife contacted Michael Finn's office the next morning and talked to Will McCann to see if he would handle the cancellation fo...r us. Will told us that because we were within the 10 day recission period, that we could easily do it ourselves. He said it wouldn't be fair to take our money and then proceeded to walk us through the exact steps for us to handle it. My wife and I discussed it and decided that we'd still rather pay an attorney to write the recission letter, just to make sure that we followed the instructions to a "T" (didn't want to give the timeshare company any wiggle room). Will said he would write the letter for us but still wouldn't take our money. We ended up giving Will a Starbucks gift card, which was a small price for the peace of mind that the cancellation was being handled properly. All of the office staff were pleasant and helpful while we were there. Thank you Will and Michael Finn Law Group for helping us get out of that awful timeshare contract.

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Michael D. Finn's Lawyer Endorsements

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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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