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 47 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Michael | February 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

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 Anna | March 01, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

He helped when I thought I cannot be

After 15 years of being trapped in 2 timeshares ( I know what you think, she is easy pray, but who wouldn’t be vulnerable being shown a unit overlooking the bluest sea), I am at last free of all the demands, expenses, and rising yearly fees. And I can thank it to Michael Finn and his group. I have t...ried in so many places to sell, give away or pay to have it taken away with no luck. I had lost hope. When I saw Mr Finn’s website specializing in helping people who have been taken advantage of, I thought I will give another try. And today after a year of waiting but not paying any more dues I am free to decide when and where to travel again. I’m so thankful for what Mr Finn and Louise Barnett did for me. They encouraged, stood by me and fought for me. Any time I saw an email coming in from them was a ray of hope. And they did it. They were professional, helpful with my questions and followed up at every step. I can say only the best things of the Finnlaw firm. Thanks for all of you!!!!

Posted by anonymous | November 09, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Extraordinary service

We hired Michael Finn to help us get out of our time share contract. He and Jennifer Rodrigues, his assistant, were absolutely extraordinary. After years of trying to extricate ourselves from what we considered to be a yoke around our necks, we are finally free of the time share! Thank you Finn L...aw for doing what you do, so well! Until now I just assumed that every lawyer or firm offering to help me get rid of my time share was just another crooked organization trying to get more money out of me. But this is actually the REAL DEAL. What a relief and what a reminder that not everyone is out to take advantage of you. (I was beginning to wonder.) I can't thank Jennifer and Michael enough for their services. Jennifer was kind, warm, caring, thorough and communicative. I am writing this in the hope that it will be the thing which lets someone else know that, by hiring The Finn Law Group, you will not be buying into another scam. Once again, and forever, thank you Finn Law Group!

Posted by anonymous | October 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Highly Recommend

I highly recommend Finn Law Group to anyone looking to legally and truthfully get out of their timeshare contract. I unfortunately purchased a contract with a well know timeshare and of course it was not at all what I was told it would be. I dealt mainly with Jennifer at the law firm and I am so happ...y I did. She kept me well informed, she is very knowledgeable and such a sweet person to talk to. If you need help "getting out" call them. They're great!

Posted by Cudjoe Conduah | October 24, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Time best Law Firm

This is the BEST Law Firm to get you out of a timeshare. The FINN Law Firm is the best. Please call them right now and you will never regret. They got me out of my timeshare in about 12 months from WestGate resort in Florida. They went to court and represented me to the fullest. I wish I could give... you 10 stars. Oh, you got it.

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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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