Atty. Brian Thomas May

Atty. Brian Thomas May

Brian Thomas May is a lawyer practicing general practice, banking & finance, corporate & securities and 4 other areas of law. Brian received a B.S. degree from University of Nevada in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Brian Thomas May at a glance

Brian Thomas May is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Mayer Brown Llp. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in California (1998) and Illinois US Patent and Trademark Office (2001). Educated at The University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1998) and University of Nevada (B.S., 1995). Provides legal services in English. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Brian Thomas May is a lawyer practicing general practice, banking & finance, corporate & securities and 4 other areas of law
  • Brian received a B.S. degree from University of Nevada in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Brian practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Brian Thomas May's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Los Angeles 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 Brian Thomas May

Where is Brian Thomas May's law office located?
Brian Thomas May's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Mayer Brown Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Brian Thomas May handle?
Brian Thomas May focuses on business, real estate, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Brian Thomas May practiced law?
Brian Thomas May has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
What languages does Brian Thomas May speak?
Brian Thomas May provides legal services in English. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Brian Thomas May go to law school?
Brian Thomas May earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.S., 1995).
How can I contact Brian Thomas May for a consultation?
You can contact Brian Thomas 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.
The University of Michigan Law School
- 1998
B.S.
University of Nevada
- 1995

Languages

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1998
Illinois US Patent and Trademark Office
Admitted: 2001

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