Cheryl Finley, Business Attorney in San Anselmo, California
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning
PNC Bk., N.A.
San Anselmo, CA
Practicing business in San Anselmo since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Cheryl Finley is a pnc bk., n.a. based in San Anselmo, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Cheryl has over 42 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- San Anselmo, CA
- Experience
- over 42 years
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- Business · Employment · Estate Planning
- Handles Business, Employment, and Estate Planning matters from San Anselmo, CA.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Cheryl Finley: Cheryl Finley is a pnc bk., n.a. based in San Anselmo, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Cheryl has over 42 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Cheryl takes on
Cheryl concentrates on business, employment, estate planning, tax, and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Cheryl handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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Estate Planning
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Trusts
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Business cases in San Anselmo, California
Cheryl takes business matters in San Anselmo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in San Anselmo, California
Cheryl takes employment matters in San Anselmo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases in San Anselmo, California
Cheryl takes estate planning matters in San Anselmo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in San Anselmo, California
Cheryl takes tax matters in San Anselmo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Trusts cases in San Anselmo, California
Cheryl takes trusts matters in San Anselmo, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Cheryl agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Cheryl Finley — business lawyer in San Anselmo
Cheryl Finley is a pnc bk., n.a. based in San Anselmo, CA. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Estate Planning. Cheryl has over 42 years of legal experience.
Cheryl Finley is a lawyer practicing erisa, trusts law, estates law and 2 other areas of law. Cheryl received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years. Cheryl practices in San Anselmo, CA.
Working with Cheryl on a business matter
Cheryl Finley is a lawyer practicing erisa, trusts law, estates law and 2 other areas of law. Cheryl received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years. Cheryl practices in San Anselmo, CA.
Clients Cheryl works with
Cheryl reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and estate planning matters in San Anselmo and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
J.D. · 1983
University of California at Berkeley
A.B. · 1980
Jurisdictions
Cheryl's state bar admissions
California
1984 · ACTIVE
New Jersey
1984 · ACTIVE
Pennsylvania
1984 · ACTIVE
Cheryl studied at J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and A.B. in University of California at Berkeley.
Law school and academic background
Cheryl completed J.D. in Hastings College of the Law, University of California and A.B. in University of California at Berkeley. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Cheryl runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Cheryl Finley's office in San Anselmo
Cheryl's primary office is at 209 Ross Ave, San Anselmo, CA, 94960-2915. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Cheryl Finley — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Cheryl usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Cheryl charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl'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; Cheryl will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in San Anselmo, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business 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 Cheryl
Cheryl discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business 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. Cheryl confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Cheryl's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Cheryl Finley
How much does it cost to hire Cheryl for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Cheryl walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Cheryl offer a free consultation?
Cheryl charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Cheryl's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Cheryl's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in California typically take?
Simple business 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. Cheryl gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Cheryl take my case if I'm outside San Anselmo?
Cheryl is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Cheryl 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 Cheryl?
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. Cheryl will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Cheryl accepting new business clients right now?
Cheryl's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving San Anselmo, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Cheryl handles business matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
- San Anselmo180 attorneys
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
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