About Melanie
Melanie Finkel practices business law in White Plains, New York — As the founder of The Law Office of Melanie F. Finkel, she has established a firm that focuses on business law, foreclosure defense, and real estate law. Located in Westchester County, her practice serves clients, including small businesses and individuals facing foreclosure. This geographic focus allows her to address the specific legal needs of her community, providing tailored solutions to complex legal challenges. She earned her Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Benjamin N — Cardozo School of Law in 1988. Prior to that achievement, Melanie obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from Long Island University in 1984.
This solid educational foundation gave her the analytical skills and legal knowledge necessary to handle the details of business and real estate law. Her academic background plays a crucial role in her ability to provide effective legal counsel to her clients. Melanie is admitted to practice in several jurisdictions, including New York and Connecticut. Her licenses extend to the 2nd and 3rd Circuits, as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Northern, Southern, and Western Districts of New York. This extensive admission enables her to represent clients in a variety of legal matters across multiple courts, enhancing her capacity to advocate for her clients' interests.
Most of her practice involves business transactions, where she advises clients on compliance and regulatory issues. In addition to her work in business law, Melanie represents homeowners in foreclosure defense cases. She works to protect the rights of her clients, often navigating complex legal processes to achieve favorable outcomes. In the realm of real estate law, she handles transactions, negotiations, and disputes, ensuring that her clients' interests are safeguarded throughout each stage of the process. Her commitment to her clients is evident in her thorough approach—she believes in providing personalized attention, which allows her to understand each client's unique situation. Before establishing her own practice, Melanie developed her skills by working with other law firms, where she worked in business and real estate law.
Her dedication to her clients is further demonstrated through her involvement in several professional associations, including the New York State Bar Association and the Westchester County Bar Association. She is also an active member of the Westchester Women’s Bar Association and the Justice Brandeis Law Society. These affiliations keep her connected to the legal community and informed about developments in the law. Melanie continues to advocate for her clients with unwavering dedication and expertise, ensuring that their legal needs are met with the highest standards of professionalism.
