Brian J. Finucane

Brian J. Finucane, ADR Attorney in Kansas City, Missouri

Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Business, and Class Action · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Regional Managing PartneratFisher & Phillips LLP

Kansas City, MO

Practicing adr in Kansas City since 1977.

49+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Brian J. Finucane is a regional managing partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Brian has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Kansas City, MO
Experience
over 49 years
Known for
ADR · Business · Class Action
  • Handles ADR, Business, and Class Action matters from Kansas City, MO.
  • Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Brian J. Finucane: Brian J. Finucane is a regional managing partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Brian has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Brian J. Finucane

Brian concentrates on adr, business, class action, employment, and employment contracts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Brian handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Brian takes adr matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Brian takes business matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.

Class Action cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Brian takes class action matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Brian takes employment matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.

Employment Contracts cases in Kansas City, Missouri

Brian takes employment contracts matters in Kansas City, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Brian agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Brian J. Finucane — Over 49 years of Missouri adr experience

Brian J. Finucane is a regional managing partner based in Kansas City, MO. The practice focuses on ADR, Business, and Class Action. Brian has over 49 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Fisher & Phillips LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Brian J. Finucane is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, americans with disabilities act - ada, class and collective action defense and 10 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Missouri, Columbia, MO in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. Brian practices at Fisher & Phillips LLP in Kansas City, MO.

How Brian handles adr matters

Brian J. Finucane is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, americans with disabilities act - ada, class and collective action defense and 10 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S.B.A. degree from University of Missouri, Columbia, MO in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years. Brian practices at Fisher & Phillips LLP in Kansas City, MO.

Who Brian represents

Brian reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, business, and class action matters in Kansas City and the surrounding Missouri area.

Credentials

Brian J. Finucane's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Missouri Columbia School of Law, Columbia, MO

    J.D. · 1977

  • University of Missouri, Columbia, MO

    B.S.B.A. · 1973

Jurisdictions

Brian's state bar admissions

  • Missouri

    1977 · ACTIVE

Brian studied at J.D. in University of Missouri Columbia School of Law, Columbia, MO and B.S.B.A. in University of Missouri, Columbia, MO.

Law school and academic background

Brian completed J.D. in University of Missouri Columbia School of Law, Columbia, MO and B.S.B.A. in University of Missouri, Columbia, MO. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Brian runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Brian J. Finucane

Brian has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Brian's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Professional Activities Brian is the former Chairperson of the Missouri Bar Labor Law Committee

    membership

  • He has lectured at the ABA Annual Convention, as well as on a variety of other programs including ones sponsored by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Kansas Commission on Civil Rights, the Missouri Bar, and the University of Missouri

    membership

  • Brian also has served for 15 years on the Steering Committee of the Heartland Labor and Employment Law Institute

    membership

  • He was a contributing editor to the labor law treatise, The Developing Labor Law , published by the Labor and Employment Law Section of the American Bar Association

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Locations

Brian J. Finucane's office in Kansas City

Brian's primary office is at Suite 650, 4900 Main Street, Kansas City, MO, 64112. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Fisher & Phillips LLP

Suite 650, 4900 Main Street

Kansas City, MO 64112

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Brian J. Finucane — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Brian. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Kansas City.

5.0

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Hiring guide

How to hire Brian J. Finucane — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Brian usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Brian charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Brian will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Kansas City, Missouri

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Brian

Brian discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Brian confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Brian's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Brian J. Finucane

  • How much does it cost to hire Brian for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Brian walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Brian offer a free consultation?

    Brian charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Brian's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Brian's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Missouri typically take?

    Simple adr matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Brian gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Brian take my case if I'm outside Kansas City?

    Brian is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Brian will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Brian?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Brian will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Brian accepting new adr clients right now?

    Brian's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

ADR attorneys serving Kansas City, St Louis and Jefferson City in Missouri

Brian handles adr matters throughout Missouri. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified adr attorneys in that community.

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