Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Utica, NY
Finer & Fanelli is a law firm with over 40 years of experience serving clients in Utica and Central New York. Our practice areas include family law, business law, construction law, criminal defense, probate law, real estate law, stock fraud litigation, and DWI defense. We combine aggressive representation with deep local knowledge of courts and regulations to deliver favorable outcomes. Our attorneys, Stuart Finer and Matthew Fanelli, bring decades of combined experience in litigation, business formation, and complex legal disputes.We prioritize client preparedness, strategic advice, and swift resolution of cases while maintaining transparency and ethical standards. Our regional expertise spans Oneida, Herkimer, Madison, Onondaga, and Lewis Counties, ensuring tailored legal solutions for individuals and businesses.
Services
Family Law
Business Law
Construction Law
Criminal Defense
Probate Law
Real Estate Law
Stock Fraud Litigation
DWI Defense
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of combined legal experience in Central New York.
- Our attorneys specialize in navigating local court systems and regulations.
- We provide tailored solutions for complex legal matters across multiple practice areas.
- Our team combines aggressive advocacy with strategic problem-solving approaches.
- We maintain transparency in all client communications and legal processes.
Services
Family Law
We guide clients through divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and family law matters with compassionate advocacy. Our attorneys help clients navigate support payments, visitation rights, and collaborative law processes. With expertise in New York State's no-fault divorce laws, we protect parental rights and ensure fair asset distribution while prioritizing children's well-being.
Business Law
Our business law practice covers entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial litigation. We advise clients on selecting optimal business structures, handling regulatory compliance, and resolving disputes. With decades of experience in Central New York, we provide strategic counsel for business formation, contract negotiations, and corporate transactions while protecting clients' interests in litigation.
Construction Law
We represent contractors, developers, and property owners in construction disputes and regulatory matters. Our services include contract negotiation, lien enforcement, and dispute resolution for private and government projects. With specialized knowledge of local building codes and safety standards, we help clients navigate complex construction law issues from project planning through litigation when necessary.
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense attorneys protect clients' rights in felony and misdemeanor cases, including assault, drug offenses, and white-collar crimes. We investigate cases thoroughly, challenge evidence, and develop defense strategies tailored to each client's situation. With experience in local courts, we work to secure dismissals, reduced charges, or acquittals while ensuring clients understand their legal options throughout the process.
Probate Law
We assist executors and families with probate proceedings in Oneida, Herkimer, and Madison Counties. Our services include will validation, asset inventory, debt settlement, and property distribution according to decedents' wishes. With specialized knowledge of Surrogate Court procedures, we guide clients through estate administration, contested wills, and intestacy issues while minimizing conflicts among beneficiaries.
People
Stuart Finer
Founder / Partner
Stuart Finer is a top Utica litigator with over 40 years of experience. He graduated from Syracuse University in 1969 and Brooklyn Law School in 1972. His practice focuses on business litigation, construction law, and complex legal disputes.
Matthew Fanelli
Partner
Matthew Fanelli specializes in business law and construction litigation. He graduated cum laude from Cortland in 2009 and Albany Law in 2012. With over a decade of experience, he represents clients in commercial disputes and regulatory matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Finer & Fanelli specialize in?
We specialize in family law, business law, construction law, criminal defense, probate law, real estate law, stock fraud litigation, and DWI defense.
How long has Finer & Fanelli served the Utica community?
Our attorneys have provided legal services in Central New York for over 40 years.
Do you handle cases outside of Utica?
Yes, we serve clients in Oneida, Herkimer, Madison, Onondaga, and Lewis Counties.
What makes Finer & Fanelli different from other law firms?
We combine aggressive advocacy with deep local knowledge of courts and regulations to deliver favorable outcomes.
How can I schedule a consultation?
Call us at 315.724.7800 or use our online contact form to schedule a consultation.
