Michael Arthur Finerty, Personal Injury Attorney in Muskogee, Oklahoma
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PrincipalatMichael A. Finerty
Muskogee, OK
Practicing personal injury in Muskogee since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Michael Arthur Finerty is a principal based in Muskogee, OK. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. Michael has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael A. Finerty. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Muskogee, OK
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · SSD · Workers Comp
- Handles Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp matters from Muskogee, OK.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Michael Arthur Finerty: Michael Arthur Finerty is a principal based in Muskogee, OK. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. Michael has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael A. Finerty. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Michael takes on
Michael concentrates on personal injury, ssd, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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SSD
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Workers Comp
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Personal Injury cases in Muskogee, Oklahoma
Michael takes personal injury matters in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Muskogee, Oklahoma
Michael takes ssd matters in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Muskogee, Oklahoma
Michael takes workers comp matters in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Michael Arthur Finerty — personal injury lawyer in Muskogee
Michael Arthur Finerty is a principal based in Muskogee, OK. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, SSD, and Workers Comp. Michael has over 39 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael A. Finerty. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Michael Arthur Finerty is a lawyer practicing personal injury, social security disability, workers compensation. Michael received a B.S.S. degree from Cornell College in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. Michael practices at Michael A. Finerty in Muskogee, OK.
How Michael handles personal injury matters
Michael Arthur Finerty is a lawyer practicing personal injury, social security disability, workers compensation. Michael received a B.S.S. degree from Cornell College in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years. Michael practices at Michael A. Finerty in Muskogee, OK.
Who Michael represents
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, ssd, and workers comp matters in Muskogee and the surrounding Oklahoma area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Tulsa
J.D. · 1986
Cornell College
B.S.S. · 1982
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Oklahoma
1987 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in University of Tulsa and B.S.S. in Cornell College.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in University of Tulsa and B.S.S. in Cornell College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Oklahoma is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Michael's professional memberships and bar associations
Tulsa County, Oklahoma and American Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Michael Arthur Finerty's office in Muskogee
Michael's primary office is at 436 Court St., Muskogee, OK, 74402-1542. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Michael Arthur Finerty — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in Muskogee.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire Michael Arthur Finerty — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Muskogee, Oklahoma
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael Arthur Finerty
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Oklahoma typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Muskogee?
Michael is licensed in Oklahoma. Matters governed by Oklahoma law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Muskogee, Oklahoma City and Tulsa in Oklahoma
Michael handles personal injury matters throughout Oklahoma. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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