Atty. Barbara Jo May

Atty. Barbara Jo May

Barbara Jo May is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, custody & visitation and 7 other areas of law. Barbara has been licensed for 24 years.

Monterey Monterey 24 yrs experience 24 year
Call (831) 282-0203 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Barbara Jo May at a glance

Barbara Jo May is a Member based in Monterey, California, practicing at Law Office of Barbara J. May. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, and child support. Admitted to practice in California (2002). Educated at Monterey College of Law, Monterey, California (J.D., 2002). Serands clients in Monterey, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Barbara Jo May is a lawyer practicing family law, divorce, custody & visitation and 7 other areas of law
  • Barbara has been licensed for 24 years
  • Barbara practices at Law Office of Barbara J. May in Monterey, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Barbara Jo May's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Barbara Jo May handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Child Support

Barbara Jo May is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Monterey are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Barbara Jo May

Where is Barbara Jo May's law office located?
Barbara Jo May's law practice is located in Monterey, California. The firm is Law Office of Barbara J. May. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Barbara Jo May handle?
Barbara Jo May focuses on divorce, child custody, family law, real estate, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Barbara Jo May practiced law?
Barbara Jo May has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Barbara Jo May go to law school?
Barbara Jo May earned their education at (J.D., 2002).
How can I contact Barbara Jo May for a consultation?
You can contact Barbara Jo May directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Monterey College of Law, Monterey, California
- 2002

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2002

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