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Christopher James Finney
also known as Chris Finney
About Christopher
Biography
I broke some pretty serious news to my wife right near our 1st wedding anniversary. She was pregnant with our first child. She was finally feeling well enough to go out. At that dinner, I told her I was quitting my job and didn’t know if I would have another job. I had talked with my dad about coming on with him but he told me there were no guarantees. He told me I would always have a space to work but “you eat what you kill”. It was either stay where I was and find a way to be content or see what I could make of it with my dad and brother.
I knew I wasn’t happy at my current job though it was a great opportunity—I was representing insurance companies but trying to tell myself I was helping individuals. I was only helping myself. The job almost doubled my previous salary and gave me benefits I only dreamed about (a secretary and an expense account). It took a lot of pressure off of my monthly student loan payment. I quit. I went to the basement of my dad’s office—no windows, not even fluorescent lighting. My dad hooked me up with a computer and said “I can pay you for a little while but I don’t know for how long.” That was all the assurance I needed.
At that point, I didn’t care if I never got paid. I figured there was a way to make it. So I jumped in. I put up my own site (it failed miserably). I tried hustling tickets. I tried criminal defense cases and worker’s compensation. I took more small claims cases to trial than anyone I knew (I also found out there is a limit on how many small claims cases you can file).
My first settlement was a $20,000 case from a client way down in Doniphan, Missouri. My next one was a $1.25 million dollar case that jump-started it all for me. A truck driver was way over hours, omitted log times, and was on his phone at the time he rammed my client from behind in a construction zone. My client ended up dying several months after the settlement—his end-stage renal disease got him. He was a super nice guy who died happily. When I got to the funeral, I saw his wife. She had brand new teeth. She flashed me a huge smile.
There have been plenty of $500 cases littered throughout where we lost money. I have lost trials for clients that people told me I should not have taken and I have won eight-figure judgments for clients. It has been up and down but authentic the entire time. And I have been given access to plenty of mentors who have provided lots of encouragement, including my dad and brother.
Since opening my own trial practice, my team and I have helped all kinds of people. Immigrants from Africa, Mexico, Bosnia, etc…. We have helped wealthy people and poor people. We have helped people whose loved ones’ hearts will never beat again to people with sore backs. All of them have needed assistance and we are lucky enough to be able to provide it. Our staff has grown and includes the most capable, efficient and friendly people we could have. We are proud of what we do for the individuals and families that come to us.
Without a doubt, I know we can help you—by pointing you in the right direction or even by sending you to another lawyer. Our mission is to make sure you get Justice. Whatever that means in your case, our goal is to help you find it.
Our office was opened with one primary purpose--try jury trials for those who need it against insurance companies. We have cases where we are up against 10 or more lawyers on the other side. But we only take cases we believe in and help clients we believe in. We have no regrets about the people we help. We are committed to real results through verdicts--and our results show that.
If you are interested to see if we can help you, please let us know. We are grateful for every opportunity to help someone in need.
Admitted to Practice in:
Missouri
Federal Court for Eastern District of Missouri
Federal Court for Southern District of Illinois
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
33%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Missouri for 15 years
State: Missouri
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Location
Finney Injury Law
1600 S. Brentwood Blvd., Suite 220, Brentwood, MO, 63144
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Christopher James Finney's Reviews
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Posted by Kevin | September 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
100% Satisfied
Chris handled my traffic violation and did an excellent job. He was extremely professional and thorough. We were in communication with each other until the matter was 100% closed. He was very responsive to both my emails and calls with any questions I had about the progress of our case. I would recom...
Posted by Tim | April 1, 2015
Top-notch
Chris Finney is an excellent attorney and I could not be happier with the services he provided. When I received a speeding ticket I contacted Chris for help. Staying in contact with Chris was not a problem in the slightest and he was very good about contacting me and keeping me informed. I will no...
Posted by anonymous | December 21, 2014
Excellent Attorney!
This is a great team of attorneys at Finney Law Offices. Chris really cares about his clients and works hard for them. He checked with and spoke with sources to help my case. In addition, he was constantly consulting with us to get all of the pertinent information about our case. I highly recomm...
Posted by Alvin & Keshia | December 15, 2014
Chris Finney
Our experience with the Finney Law (Chris Finney) office has been a pleasant one. Chris has been more than accommodating and very approachable. Our situation is a unique circumstance and the way Chris is handling it warrants our confidence in him. We would recommend anyone to use Finney Law Office!
Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2014
Personal Injury Settlement
I was referred to Chris from my family lawyer and it was an excellent experience. Chris was always keeping in touch with personal phone calls and emails. He posed all possible outcomes and possibilities of the case and advised what was the best outcome for my personal situation. He also explained eve...
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"I have referred several cases to Chris and the Finney Law Office, and every experience is what you expect from a referral partner. His breadth of knowledge and experience is evident from the phone calls that I have received from clients I have referred to him. They all speak to his honesty, integrity, and compassion. Chris and his team have a practical approach to Injury Cases and truly advocate for their Clients. I endorse this lawyer and his firm for any Injury-related cases."
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Experience
Honors
2016
2015 V&S Award - Largest Judgements in 2015, Missouri Lawyers Media
2016
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, NADC
2015
Multi-Million Dollar Member, Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
The Theodore McMillian Inns of Court Member, St. Louis University School of Law
2015
Up & Coming Lawyer, Missouri Lawyers Weekly
2014
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2014
AVVO Client's Choice Award, AVVO
2014
Best Attorneys of America, Rue Ratings
2013
Million Dollar Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2010
David J. Hensler Award in Trial Advocacy, St. Louis University School of Law
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Personal Injury Trial Lawyer, Finney Injury Law
2017 - 2018
Trial Lawyer, Mutrux Finney, P.C.
2016 - 2018
SLU Law Adjunct Professor (Trial Team), SLU
2012 - 2012
Litigation Associate, Danna McKitrick, PC
2012 - 2017
Trial Attorney, Finney Law Office
2010 - 2012
Felony Trial Attorney, St. Louis City Circuit Attorney's Office
Associations
2012 - Present
American Bar Association
2012 - Present
Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys, The Missouri Trial Attorney Committee
2011 - Present
Lawyers Association of St. Louis
2010 - Present
Missouri State Bar Association
Sample of Legal Cases
Botz v. Liberty Mutual Insurance 4:17-CV-2169
$250,000.00
Brown v. John 17SL-AC26803
$2,500,00.00
Collier v. Steinbach 1722-AC07367
$1,500,000.00
Moore v. Van Rozelen
$1,250,000.00
Lucero v. Special Delivery Xpress, Inc.
$795,199.41
Olivastro v. Jack McQueery
$250,000.00
Thomas v. United Fruit & Produce Co. 1722-CC00373
$705,000.00
Harris v. Tharp 17SL-CC03946
$25,000.00
Adams v. Confidential
$725,000.00
McWorthey v. OMEGA Demolition Corp. 1422-CC00253
$35,000,000.00
Brown, Tammy, 14AA-CC00010
$601,000.00
Avalos v. Britt 1511-CC00240
$2,450,000.00
Hussein v. Blue 1422-AC12756
Won
Aden v. Minnick 1322-CC08979
$350,000.00
Confidential et al v. Confidential et al
$1,250,000 Settlement
John Doe v. Axis Insurance
Settlement for $111,434.00
Abernathy vs. Loos-Cowan, 10CG-CC00119
Favorable
State v. Kenneth Richie, ED 96753
Affirmed in part.
Sutton v. Legan, 09SF-CC00615
Won
Lewis v. Schaeg, 10SL-CC03413
Won
State v. David Watford, 1122-CR00099
Won
State v. Angela Fletcher, 1022-CR05810
Won
State vs. Kenneth Richie, 1022-CR04876
Won
Campbell v. Schoonover 13SL-CC01869
$300,000 (policy limits)
Education
2010
Saint Louis University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2006
Washington University in St. Louis
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Lantern Lecture Series
Legal Profession and Prospects
2016
Wash U Law Career Center
What to Expect Your First 5 Years of Practice
2016
SLU Law Externship Program
Protocols Panel
2016
Law Practice Managment
Law Firm Management
2015
SLU Law Practice Management Class
Becoming and Being a Lawyer
2015
SIUE Pre-Law Assoc. Meeting
The Business of Law
Publications
2015
Missouri Lawyers Weekly
Judge approves settlement for wreck that killed man, injured children
2015
Missouri Lawyers Weekly
Family settles after mother’s fatal wreck with cow
2015
Missouri Lawyers Weekly
2015 V&S Award Winners Announced
2015
Missouri Lawyers Weekly
Worker struck by steel beam wins $35 million bench judgment
2014
www.finneylawoffice.com
5 Things You Must Do After Your First Car Accident
2014
www.finneylawoffice.com
The Insurance Industry’s Attack on Rescue Dogs: Breed Specific Exclusions and the Like
2014
Missouri Lawyers Weekly
Settlement over suspected DWI grows
2013
Missouri Lawyers Weekly
Rear-end Collision Suit Settles for $1.25 million
2011
Riverfront Times
Framed: Angela Fletcher's victim tells her story
2011
Riverfront Times
Angela Fletcher, Text Message Maniac, a No-Show in Court
Languages
English
Activity
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