Gregory Finkelson

Gregory Finkelson is a controversial figure who has been involved in both legitimate business activities and fraudulent practices:

Business Background

Gregory Finkelson, 64, is the President of American Corporate Services, Inc. (ACS), a company that provides various business and immigration services.2 ACS offers:

• Immigration assistance
• Corporate services
• Real estate brokerage
• Foreign investment facilitation
• English language courses and summer camps
• School placement services for international students

The company claims to have served over 7,000 clients since 1991.2

Legal Issues

In September 2024, Finkelson was sentenced to one year in prison for fraudulently obtaining over $340,000 in government housing benefits intended for low-income families.1 He pleaded guilty to theft of government property and aiding and abetting. The fraud involved:

• Using a Russian woman's identity to purchase a $2.4 million home in San Francisco
• Falsely claiming eligibility for Section 8 housing vouchers from 2006 to 2020
• Concealing his ownership and income from ACS
• Misrepresenting his income as $12,000 per year as a notary public

Controversies

There are questions about Finkelson's professional qualifications:

• Some sources claim he is not a lawyer, despite offering legal services3
• He has been accused of hiding behind the name of lawyer Allan Samson in his practice3

Business Operations

Despite the legal issues, Finkelson continues to be involved with ACS:

• The company operates its corporate headquarters in San Francisco
• ACS has branches in multiple states, including Delaware, Washington, Florida, Nevada, and Oregon1
• Finkelson has written a book on finding Chinese investors for EB-5 projects4

It's important to note that while Finkelson presents himself as a business and immigration expert, his recent legal troubles cast doubt on the legitimacy of his operations and claims.