Michael Edward Finein

Michael Edward Finein

5.0
Rating: 8.3

Licensed for 24 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Oakland, CA
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Family

1946 Embarcadero, Suite 100, Oakland, CA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 50%

Divorce issues, including property division for simple or high asset matters, child custody issue, child and spousal support and attorney fees.

24 years

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Family 50%

24 years

50%

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 24 years

State: California

Acquired: 2001

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Location

Law Offices of Michael E. Finein

1946 Embarcadero, Suite 100, Oakland, CA, 94606

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Michael Edward Finein's Reviews

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Showing 1 - 1 of 1 review | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2011 | Divorce & Separation

Strongly Reccomended Alameda Divorce Attorney

Michael was a strong advocate who exercised outstanding judgement and provided good counsel throughout my divorce. He was sensitive throughout this very difficult process to present all options, make a reccomendation, and help me understand the ups and downs associated with each option. Duri...ng my divorce I worked with no less than 4 attorneys, and I can't say enough about how much sanity and humanity he brought to this process.

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Michael Edward Finein's Lawyer Endorsements

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Alexandra Gonzalez-Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Jill Rogers

Unknown lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. An intelligent and an amazing attorney."

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Scott Kosner

Family lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Anne Mania

Family lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an ethical, diligent, kind, and hardworking attorney who always goes the extra mile for his clients. When I refer clients to Michael, I am confident that they will get excellent representation both in and out of court. I highly recommend Michael to anyone looking for representation in their family law case."

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Robert Levy

Family lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked in close proximity of Michael for over a year. I have found Michael to be a highly competent and thoughtful, family law litigation lawyer , to whom I regularly refer clients. I recommend Michael without hesitation."

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Richard Rosenstein

Unknown lawyer | May 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Finein is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."

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Michael Waddington

Family lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Heather Cullen

Family lawyer | Apr 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Finein provides thoughtful, educated and experienced answers to the questions provided herein. Attorney Finein provides a needed service by providing voluntary and free legal assistance to the individuals herein who are in need of immediate legal answers."

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Jennifer Phillips

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Michael and wholeheartedly endorse him. His level of commitment and the determination with which he represents his clients is unsurmountable."

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Michael Gardner

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer without reservation. Michael is an excellent and conscientious attorney. He's both knowledgeable and thoughtful. We have worked together in the past and I have subsequently referred clients to him. I think that speaks volumes."

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Kristina Pollak

Family lawyer | Feb 13

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this attorney. I have had the honor of knowing Michael for over 15 years, as a fellow law student and also as a colleague. Michael’s reputation as a tenacious advocate, his knowledge of family law, and his compassionate demeanor make him unsurpassed in his field. Due to his exceptional skill and his high professional and personal integrity, I have referred several close friends to him for family law matters."

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Celeste Johansson

Family lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael and I worked together in a family law firm for around 4 years and I had the privilege to watch him practice law. He is a strong advocate and an excellent attorney. Mike thinks of his clients' best interests at all times and is thorough and intelligent in his representation of them. He is well liked and respected in the family law community by both family law attorneys and judges."

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Debra Crawford

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daphna Wohl

Unknown lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I was Mike's supervising attorney for close to four years. During that time I found him to be a very effective attorney. Clients quickly warmed up to his personable manner and were impressed by his knowledge and mastery of the law. He was a tireless proponent for his clients and communicated every step clearly so that he and the client were always on the same page. He made persuasive arguments before judges and obtained favorable outcomes for his clients. He was truly an asset to us."

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Dana Mendelson

Family lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Finein worked as an associates at my firm, Mendelson & Associates from 2001 until 2004, when he left to practice exclusively Family law. Mr. Finein is an excellent lawyer: very knowledgable of the law, dedicated, hard worker, possesses excellent communication skills, treats all clients with the utmost respect and fights hard for their rights. Mr. Finein is a true example of what a lawyer should be. I have consulted with him over the years on various issues, and I have always found his opinions to be intelligent and helpful. Mr. Finein is the first lawyer whom I recommend to anyone who contacts my firm asking for a Family law attorney. If I needed a family law attorney, he would be the one I would hire."

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William Reilly

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is extremely experienced in family law matters. I have known Mike for over 15 years, and he was my go-to guy when I had a question about family law on behalf of a family friend. Mike's advice to her was spot on and really helped her her through a difficult situation. One word sums up Mike - "caring". He really cares about people, and is like a pappa bear when it comes to protecting his clients. He will go to the mat for you and represent your interests until the end. And Mike has the experience, intelligence and common sense to make it happen."

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N Metke

Divorce and separation lawyer | Nov 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.3 (Excellent)

Honors

1999

Best Brief Moot Court Competition, University of San Francisco

1998

Faculty Merit Scholarship Award, University of San Francisco

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Michael E. Finein

2009 - 2013

Senior Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Susan L. Jeffries & Associates

2004 - 2006

Associate Attorney, Law Offices of Michael Cohen

2001 - 2004

Associate Attorney, Mendelson & Associates

Associations

2015 - Present

Alameda County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2013 - Present

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

2013 - Present

State Bar of California

Family Law Section

2001 - Present

State Bar of California

Attorney Member

Education

2001

University of San Francisco School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1978

State University of New York, College at Cortland

BS - Bachelor of Science

Languages

English

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