I do not recommend this attorney. Rob Finegan reviewed my real estate purchase contract and approved it, but the contract contained incorrect dates that were never identified during his review. When I later contacted him with concerns about the contract, I asked to speak with him, but he declined to discuss the matter by phone. I reached out because I wanted legal advice about the issues I had identified in the contract. At no point did he ask me to explain my concerns or attempt to understand the situation before reaching his conclusion. Instead of taking the time to speak with me, he assumed I had simply changed my mind about the purchase and advised me to offer my earnest money to the seller in exchange for a release. If you expect an attorney to listen, evaluate the facts, and then provide advice tailored to your situation, that was not my experience.

Finegan, Rinker & Ghrist
Finegan, Rinker & Ghrist at a glance
Reviewers frequently praise the firm for clear communication, responsiveness, and handling cases involving real estate transactions, traffic tickets, and family law matters. Clients often note that attorneys explain legal options thoroughly and keep them informed throughout the process. However, some lower-rated reviews criticize instances of poor phone etiquette, perceived false advertising regarding consultation fees, and cases where attorneys withdrew representation or failed to identify contract errors.
- Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 159 reviews (94% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 159 Google reviews (150 with written comments, 1 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 2% of reviews.
- Most recent review: July 8, 2026.
- Service: DUI Lawyer serving Bloomington, Illinois.
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Adam Ghrist is an excellent attorney and highly recommended.
Had a great experience with this firm Phil was able to get my traffic ticket taken care of! The whole office staff was great to work with and kept me informed throughout my entire case. The ladies who answered the phone at the office were very nice and easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend choosing this firm and working with Phil!
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Rob Finegan for the second time on a real estate transaction in Bloomington, Illinois, and once again, he exceeded my expectations. Rob is extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and detail-oriented. He guided me through every step of the process, clearly explained all documents and settlement details, and proactively addressed questions before they could become issues. His experience and calm, practical approach made what could have been a stressful transaction feel smooth and well-managed. I truly appreciate his professionalism, transparency, and commitment to looking out for his client’s best interests. I would highly recommend Rob to anyone needing real estate legal representation in the Bloomington area and would not hesitate to work with him again in the future.
Bottom of the barrel. The lack of communication was worse than normal for lawyers, but rinker set all the final dates for my case then withdrew in the very same hearing, right after I agreed to everything. Even before the motion was officially granted he ceased representing me, but did offer not to bill me for the time he spent on the withdrawal if I didn't object. Watch out
I can’t thank Adam enough for all of his great work and dedication with my court case. I was a father seeking equal parenting time with my daughter after a nasty divorce. Adam went to bat for me and navigated me through the process which ended with the ex wife finally agreeing to equal parenting time with our daughter right before trial was going to be set 🙏🙏🙌. Adam informed me of the things that could come along with me filing and what his thoughts were about my case. Adam makes sure you understand the legal terminology, makes sure you understand what you are agreeing or not agreeing to and is prompt in answering your questions/concerns that come up. I would highly recommend Adam to anyone going through what I did. My only regret was not hiring him sooner, he really has you/your child’s best interest at heart-hands down. Thank you again Adam for your incredible work, time and effort that you have put into my case so that my daughter could have equal time with both her mom and dad now. 🙏🙏.
Hello! Josh Rinker was an exceptional advocate for our son. He kept us well informed throughout the process. The fact that he was compassionate for our situation, but was also forthright on realistic expectation. He never sugar coated anything. In our opinion, his compassion and his honesty are two traits we would look for in a lawyer. Josh responded to our questions and concerns in an extremely timely manner and we never felt rushed when we spoke with him. We know Josh worked hard for our situation and we truly believe he got us the best outcome for our son. We highly recommend Josh if you find yourself in an unfortunate situation.
I was very impressed with the professionalism I received. All the questions I had were answered and I was given great advice on how to proceed further.
Mr. Rinker was my attorney for a legal matter with McLean County. He is an excellent attorney - in particular, his communication and advice is comprehensive, clear, and objective. I always had clarity on the status of my case and it was resolved with the best possible outcome I could have asked for. Very grateful for his representation and could not recommend more. Thank you!
I had some legal issues which needed immediate attention and Adam Ghrist reached out to me and was very helpful with getting me in the right direction for my parents. Thank you Adam Ghrist.
Business details
- Address: 111 W Front St, Bloomington, IL 61701
- Phone: (309) 827-0388
- Website: fineganlawfirm.com
- Service area: Bloomington, IL