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Your Trusted Legal Partner in Delray Beach, FL
The Law Office Of Finley Stetson combines decades of experience from prestigious law firms with a personalized approach to legal services. Our attorneys, Christopher Finley and Bill Stetson, bring 35 years of combined expertise in real estate law, business law, estate planning, and probate. We prioritize quality legal care, ensuring clients receive the same high standards we provided to top-tier clients while eliminating the inefficiencies of larger firms. Our commitment to accessibility means clients receive timely communication and dedicated support throughout their legal matters. Efficiency drives our cost-effective delivery model, allowing clients to benefit from specialized legal knowledge without excessive overhead.Located in Delray Beach and Jupiter, Florida, we serve Palm Beach and Broward communities with tailored solutions for both everyday transactions and complex legal challenges. Our practice emphasizes transparency, relationship-building, and a stress-free environment where clients feel heard and supported. By focusing on these core principles, we aim to deliver exceptional legal outcomes while maintaining the personal touch that distinguishes our firm.
Services
Title Services
Business Law
Real Estate Law
Estate Planning
Probate Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 35 years of combined legal experience from top-tier law firms.
- Our personalized approach ensures direct communication with attorneys, not staff.
- We specialize in complex real estate and estate planning matters with efficiency.
- Accessibility is guaranteed through timely responses and dedicated client support.
- Our cost-effective model eliminates overhead while maintaining legal excellence.
Services
Title Services
Our Title Services Department conducts thorough title searches and provides title insurance to ensure marketable property ownership. We resolve hidden defects and liens while offering legal expertise during real estate closings. Clients benefit from attorney-led guidance in contract negotiations and document review, distinguishing our services from standard title agencies.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans including wills, trusts, and tax strategies to protect clients' assets and legacy. Our approach addresses complex family dynamics, business succession, and tax implications. With proactive planning, we help clients ensure smooth asset transfer while minimizing legal challenges for beneficiaries.
Business Law
We advise businesses on formation, contracts, compliance, and transactions. Our experience spans entity selection, mergers, and tax-efficient structures. We provide strategic counsel for startups and established companies, focusing on risk mitigation and long-term growth in Florida's regulatory environment.
Probate Services
We guide executors through probate proceedings while handling asset distribution and debt resolution. Our services include will contests defense and trust administration. We simplify complex probate processes to minimize family conflicts and ensure adherence to Florida estate laws.
Real Estate Law
We handle residential and commercial real estate transactions including contract drafting, title issues, and closing representation. Our legal support covers purchase agreements, zoning compliance, and dispute resolution. Clients receive comprehensive counsel to navigate Florida's real estate regulations effectively.
People
Christopher Finley
Attorney
Christopher Finley brings 17 years of experience from top national law firms, specializing in real estate and estate planning. He focuses on delivering accessible legal solutions while maintaining high-quality standards for Florida clients.
Bill Stetson
Attorney
Bill Stetson offers 18 years of expertise in business law and probate, previously working at prestigious firms. He emphasizes efficiency and clear communication to provide practical legal strategies tailored to Florida's regulatory landscape.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in real estate law, business law, estate planning, probate, and title services across Florida.
How does your firm ensure client accessibility?
Our small-firm structure allows direct attorney communication with timely responses to all client inquiries.
What distinguishes your title services from others?
Our attorney-led title department provides legal expertise during closings, not just document processing.
Do you serve clients outside Palm Beach County?
We serve clients throughout Palm Beach and Broward counties from our Delray Beach and Jupiter offices.
How do you handle complex legal matters?
Our combined 35 years of experience at major firms equips us to resolve sophisticated transactions efficiently.
Reviews (7)
Jami Beere
Dec 31, 2021
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My family and I have used many attorneys over the years, and weve never been so impressed as we are with this law firm. Weve used both Chris Finley and William Stetson, both of whom are exceptional attorneys, and along with their staff, they are all incredibly professional, attentive, and responsive! They definitely get my highest recommendation for anyone needing legal services.
Steven
Mar 19, 2021
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Chris Finley helped me with a legal situation I had with my landlord. He was responsive, knowledgeable and handled everything better than expected. He made a stressful situation much easier to handle and I would highly recommend him and would use his service again.
Chris Finley helped me with a legal situation I had with my landlord. He was responsive, knowledgeable and handled everything better than expected. He made a stressful situation much easier to handle and I would highly recommend him and would use his service again.
Michael Lopez
Jul 31, 2020
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DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY AS TITLE COMPANY !! Not only was the escrow ( Stefanie L scheffer )agent rude and disrespectful .It took two days to balance a closing disclosure . I been A loan Officer five years . this title worst company i ever work with. If i can give zero stars i would.
Debra
Jan 05, 2020
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Great work on the part of Chris Finley and his team on the closing of my home. Stefanie, a paralegal was exceptional at answering all my questions with accuracy and in a timely manner.
Dennis Chalas
Nov 12, 2019
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Christopher Finely law in Delray Beach Florida is an outstanding law firm. The team is highly knowledgeable and extremely efficient. I am a local business owner and highly recommend this group as the go to team for all business and personal legal matters. Dennis Chalas-President of Protek Systems Inc.
Sober Living
Oct 31, 2019
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Highly recommend Law Office of Christopher Finley. Chris Finley helped us when we were transitioning to new ownership (which was not an easy process). His guidance was extremely helpful. Over the years he has also assisted us with many other aspects of our business. His pricing is very reasonable and he is always available to speak to us when we need him which we appreciate very much. If youre looking for a lawyer in Delray Beach, Chris Finley is the way to go.
Chris Callaghan
Sep 29, 2019
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I am a real estate investor and have been working with Chris for many years. Not only has he taken great care of all of my transactions regarding my investment properties, he has also helped me grow my business by introducing me to fellow investors who have now become great partners in numerous investment opportunities. His advice and guidance is always there when needed and I would recommend Chris to anyone needing great service from an attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients.