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

Other places you can find Michael online.

Michael D. Finn's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

178 Client Reviews

Showing 31 - 35 of 43 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Julia | March 27, 2014 | Consumer Protection

Timeshare Scam

My niece and I were scammed with a timeshare deal that was useless for us. I had contacted a couple of Law Firms before calling the Finn Law Group. They wanted the whole amount of their fee up front before they would start any kind of action. I then called the Finn Law Group and was treated with resp...ect and they immediately showed concern for my problem. They started on my case immediately the same day I contacted them. From day one I was kept informed of what was going on and within a few months they had helped me solve my problem. They were very understanding in regards to their payment. I would recommend them to any one. And would definitely use them again should I have the need for an attorney. I just can't thank them enough for what they have done for me.

Posted by anonymous | January 16, 2014 | Contracts & Agreements

Extremely happy with the results

I am extremely pleased with the results that Finn Law group provided me in regards to issues with my timeshare contract. Joel Osborne and all of the legal team that I dealt with were prompt and responsive. They successfully extracted me from my contract in a very short amount of time and the proces...s was made very easy for me. Thank you Finn Law Group!

Posted by Daniel | April 03, 2013 | Debt Settlement

Very Happy

My Father hired Finn Law Group to help out with some debt and credit issues. Eric Monsma from Mr. Finn’s staff promptly got the creditors called stopped and was able to arrange settlements with several creditors. He also assisted my Father by working with the U.S. Department of Education to have so...me old student loan debt forgiven based on my Father’s disability! Mr. Monsma also helped my Father by clearing up his negative credit, and helped him establish new positive credit instead. During a visit to Cabela’s recently, my Father applied for a Cabela’s charge card and was approved for a $3000 limit! No more creditor calls, a new credit score of almost 700, and the student loan debts are gone…my Father couldn’t be happier! We would recommend Mr. Finn and his expert staff to anyone!

Posted by anonymous | December 17, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Short and Sweet

We were dreading the inevitable confrontation with our time share company but after we heard about Mr. Finn's success with other clients in the same situation we were in, we asked his office for help. We were prepared for a very long wait for a resolution, just given the legal nature of our situat...ion and that we were dealing with a lawyer's office which could only add to the long time line. Surprise to us! Everything was done and over inside of 1 year! Actually, it was 7-8 months! Mr. Finn's office stayed in touch with us on a regular basis. They were always available to take our calls and answer questions. We experienced only professional and courteous treatment. We would highly recommend Mr. Finn to our friends and even, yes, our enemies. They deserve the best, too.

Posted by Juan | November 25, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Timeshare Attorney Miracle Workers!

From the Case Manager all the way up to Mr. Finn himself, I felt that I was in the best hands possible for my timeshare nightmare-and I was! My case was resolved within two months of hiring this firm. No wonder they were the first ones listed online after I googled timeshare attorneys. They were wort...h every penny. Let there be no doubt in your mind after reading these reviews that these people are the ones to hire. Their capability, personability and efficiency are first rate. While being tied up in legal matters isn't ever pleasant Finn Law Group is who I want fighting for me should I ever need them again in the future.

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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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