Atty. Marcie A. Finlay

Atty. Marcie A. Finlay

Ms. Finlay became Of Counsel to Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 2017.

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About Marcie A. Finlay at a glance

Marcie A. Finlay is a Partner based in Ithaca, New York, practicing at Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP. Their practice focuses on trusts. Educated at Cornell Law School (J.D., 1996) and University of Illinois (B.A. University, 1991). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Professional Affiliations • New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in Ithaca, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Finlay became Of Counsel to Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 2017
  • She is a graduate of Cornell Law School, and prior to joining Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP, she practiced law in Ithaca for over 20 years with Blumkin, Finlay & Bixler, LLP and Blumkin & Finlay, LLP. Ms. Finlay practices in the areas of Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate and Estate Administration, Guardianship and Special Needs Planning
  • Ms. Finlay is a member of the New York State Bar Association and the Tompkins County Bar Association
  • She has previously served as a Board Member for the Community Foundation of Tompkins County and McGraw House
  • She is a volunteer Panel Member for the Surrogate Decision Making Committee and frequently speaks to community groups on topics related to Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Special Needs Planning
  • Pro-Bono Activities •Volunteer Panel Member for the Surrogate Decision Making Committee Past Positions •Blumkin, Finlay & Bixler, LLP •Blumkin & Finlay, LLP

Practice Areas Explained

Marcie A. Finlay's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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

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Where is Marcie A. Finlay's law office located?
Marcie A. Finlay's law practice is located in Ithaca, New York. The firm is Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marcie A. Finlay handle?
Marcie A. Finlay focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Marcie A. Finlay go to law school?
Marcie A. Finlay earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A. University, 1991).
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What awards or recognition has Marcie A. Finlay received?
Marcie A. Finlay's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Cornell Law School
- 1996
B.A. University
University of Illinois
- 1991

Awards

Peer Reviewed

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