Dave Finkel

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Dave Finkel
Dave Finkel at Paleyfest 2012.jpg
Finkel at the 2012 Paleyfest
Born (1970-05-15) May 15, 1970 (age 54)
Occupation(s)Television producer, screenwriter

Dave Finkel (born May 15, 1970) is an American television producer and screenwriter who has worked on many successful television shows. [1] He often works with his screenwriting partner Brett Baer. [2] [3]

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