Atty. Joseph M Finley

Atty. Joseph M Finley

Joseph M Finley is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use law, title insurance. Joseph received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph M Finley at a glance

Joseph M Finley is a Senior Counsel based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Stinson. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on residential, real estate, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Minnesota (1980) and U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1980). Educated at University of Minnesota Law School (J.D., 1980) and Harvard University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph M Finley is a lawyer practicing real estate, land use law, title insurance
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1974, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Joseph practices at Stinson in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph M Finley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph M Finley handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Residential Real Estate

Joseph M Finley is one of 9,343 residential attorneys indexed nationally. Browse residential attorneys in Minnesota →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Joseph M Finley is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Minnesota →

Land Use & Zoning

Joseph M Finley is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Minnesota →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

Practicing law in Minnesota. Legal matters in Minnesota are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Minneapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Minnesota state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Minnesota 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 Minnesota courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph M Finley

Where is Joseph M Finley's law office located?
Joseph M Finley's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Stinson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph M Finley handle?
Joseph M Finley focuses on residential, real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Joseph M Finley practiced law?
Joseph M Finley has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Joseph M Finley go to law school?
Joseph M Finley earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Joseph M Finley for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph M Finley directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joseph M Finley received?
Joseph M Finley's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota Law School
- 1980
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Minnesota
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1980

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