Atty. Bruce J. Finlay

Atty. Bruce J. Finlay

Bruce J. Finlay is a lawyer practicing criminal, landlord/ tenant, personal injury and 3 other areas of law.

Shelton Shelton 37 yrs experience 37 year
Call (206) 337-6803 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Bruce J. Finlay at a glance

Bruce J. Finlay is a personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, and landlord/tenant attorney based in Shelton, Washington. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in Washington (1989). Educated at University of Puget Sound (J.D., 1989) and Washington State University (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Shelton, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Bruce J. Finlay is a lawyer practicing criminal, landlord/ tenant, personal injury and 3 other areas of law
  • Bruce received a B.A. degree from Washington State University in 1983, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Bruce practices in Shelton, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce J. Finlay's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Bruce J. Finlay handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Bruce J. Finlay is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Bruce J. Finlay is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Bruce J. Finlay is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →

Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

Bruce J. Finlay is one of 22,365 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Shelton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Bruce J. Finlay

Where is Bruce J. Finlay's law office located?
Bruce J. Finlay's law practice is located in Shelton, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce J. Finlay handle?
Bruce J. Finlay focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Bruce J. Finlay practiced law?
Bruce J. Finlay has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Bruce J. Finlay go to law school?
Bruce J. Finlay earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Bruce J. Finlay for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Puget Sound
- 1989
B.A.
Washington State University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1989

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