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 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Debt Collection

Posted by Paul | April 05, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Timeshare relief

I tried to cancel my timeshare with various timeshare cancellation services over the past 5 years. I have paid fees to the cancellation companies as well as my timeshare dues. I was told I had to be current to cancel my timeshare. I was even put into collection for not paying. I found the Finn ...Law Group and dealt with Joel Osborne. They cancelled my timeshare very quickly even when I had past due fees to the timeshare. The experience was very good and I would highly recommend them

Posted by anonymous | July 31, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Debt Collection

Highly recommended

We bought a timeshare at a Mexican resort and needed to cancel our contract for multiple reasons. After speaking with the resort, they agreed to cancel our contract; however, rather than finalizing the deal, they sent us straight to collections and stopped responding to us. We hired Finn Law to help ...us get out of the contract and remove the collection account. Mr. Finn and Mr. Osborne were extremely professional, helpful, and courteous along the way. They were able to successfully negotiate an end to our contract (and get proof in writing), and the collection account disappeared. We are extremely satisfied with the outcome!

Posted by Brandon | April 08, 2013 | Debt Collection

Timeshare saviors

Had a major issue with the least reputable of the big timeshare companies. They were basically holding my credit...and career hostage because of it. Searched for a long time for an attorney with 'guts'. I had over 20 different attorneys and/or firms just said "Sorry, can't help you...It's not wort...h our time or money". The folks at Finn Law took up the challenge. It took a few months but problem solved. Heroes each and every one. If you not sure about Mike Finn or his people, fear not. The worst mistake you could make is not hiring these guys. Oh....and I have a very low opinion of most lawyers. Mike and his guys are among the few good guys. I can't say enough good words about his crew: Greg, Joel, and Katheryn. Love those guys. Finn Law.

Posted by Daniel | April 03, 2013 | Debt Collection

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 Ken | September 06, 2012 | Debt Collection

Timeshare Angels

My wife and I purchased two timeshares (one from resale other from timeshare company) but my wife passed few months after purchase. I called property to avail them of change in income and needed their help to help to resale them, but they were rude and unprofessional and said I need to take care of m...y problem myself. I said I can't afford the payments and taxes and maintenance fees, and what would happen if I got behind. They threaten to take drastic measures. That's when I contacted Finn Law Group. Afterwards, they tried to call willing to negotiate and I told them to talk to my lawyer. That was a big relief off my shoulders. no more threats, no more worries.

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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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