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 21 - 25 of 47 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Michael | August 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

Professional; Honorable; Extraordinary

Every member of the extensive Finn Law Group team seemed to be involved in ensuring our case resolved successfully. Communication and professionalism were evident at every juncture, and the founder himself, Mr. Finn, oversaw everything and was personally involved and personally very responsive. T...he result was steady and ultimately complete success. Finn Law Group is the ONLY entity in the entire Time Share industry that has proved itself honorable and adept, in my eyes......& I've interacted with so very many. Finn Law is a class act. They executed on what they said they knew how to do. They know their stuff. I never received a single request for more payments, or more fees...nothing. Everything was above board, as promised at the outset. While I regret ever having tried other expensive, go-nowhere, dishonest, money-wasting so-called solutions in the past, run by con artists as bad as the resorts themselves, once I found Finn Law I was on the direct path to a solution, and legal and financial safety. Very pleased. It took some time for the resort admit that they were beaten--to get used to the idea and finally cave in. But that was just because they're so slow to learn. They were beaten from the instant I called Finn Law Group. The resort should have just thrown in the towel the moment I pulled these experts in. Mr. Michael Finn is an intelligent, personable and responsive man. And he has built a team each of whom demonstrates the same fine qualities. Again, we couldn't be more pleased. We hope to keep Mr. Michael Finn as a personal friend as our lives go on.

Posted by anonymous | August 07, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

The long nightmare is finally over

We retained the Finn-Law Group in September 2013 to negotiate our way out of a timeshare. One year later, the timeshare company sued us. Mr. Finn called us personally and stated how unusual it was for the timeshare companies to sue rather than negotiate. He pledged to handle our case until it was res...olved for no additional fee. We also countersued. As a result of obtaining his services, we were never contacted or harassed by the timeshare company - not even once - by telephone, snail mail or email. Months passed. Years passed. We anxiously awaited any results. Finally, in May of 2017 we received notification that the case would be dropped due to lack of activity. Mr. Finn used this information to negotiate a settlement agreement with the timeshare company where we walked away and they walked away. The entire process took much longer than what we anticipated. However, the results speak for themselves. From the time we retained the Finn-Law Group we never paid the timeshare company another dime and they were never allowed to contact us. Our credit is still excellent. The worst financial mistake of our lives has been erased. We're grateful to Mr. Finn and his entire staff for their graciousness and diligence in handling our case. They never caved. We are finally free. I highly recommend the Finn-Law Group. My only advice to those who are stuck in a timeshare contract: Don't fool yourself into thinking this will be resolved overnight. Be patient. Hire Mr. Finn now and wait for the fantastic results.

Posted by John | May 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

Timeshare Free!

Finn Law Group assisted me in getting free from a timeshare. They explained that I would probably lose the money I had invested but they felt they could save my credit rating and any future monies. Be patient and let the process work. It isn't fast, but it works as explained and I highly recommend ...Finn Law Group.

Posted by Terrye | March 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Consumer Protection

Finn Law Group

Through deceptive tactics, my husband and I purchased a timeshare with Bluegreen Vacation Clubs...the worst mistake ever! During the presentation, you are bombarded with information that you are not allowed to research. You buy now or never get the chance again. That should have been the red flag for... us. We basically were in a contract that constantly drained us of fees and were never able to use the vacation once. We were just sick because everything we were reading went from bad to worse. You are bound to this company for life. I started reading and researching online. The Finn Law group kept coming up. Even a couple other attorneys said if anyone could help us, Mr. Finn could. It was a scary move because we kept thinking we may pay him and lose and be out even more money and still bound to Bluegreen. Thank God we took the chance. It took six months, but Mr. Finn and his group terminated all our legally binding commitments to this organization. If you find yourself in this same predicament, don't hesitate to call the Finn group. They have a track record of successes. They kept us informed of every step they were taking along the way. It feels like a huge burden is lifted off our shoulders. Make the call!

Posted by anonymous | August 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Issue was Resolved

We are really glad we hired Finn Law Group. With their help and expertise, our time share issue has been resolved. It’s been a huge relief for us to now put this whole matter behind us. Finn Law Group was able to accomplish for us what we would not have been able to do on our own.

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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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