Atty. David Edward May

Atty. David Edward May

David Edward May is a lawyer practicing litigation, state, local and municipal law, real property and 4 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Pleasant Hill Pleasant Hill 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About David Edward May at a glance

David Edward May is an Associate based in Pleasant Hill, California, practicing at Bruce S. Osterman. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on contracts, real estate, ip, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. District Court, Eastern Distric (1978). Educated at San Francisco Law School (J.D., 1978) and University of California B.A. (—). Serands clients in Pleasant Hill, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • David Edward May is a lawyer practicing litigation, state, local and municipal law, real property and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • David practices at Bruce S. Osterman in Pleasant Hill, CA

Practice Areas Explained

David Edward May's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Real Estate Law

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Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Pleasant Hill 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 David Edward May

Where is David Edward May's law office located?
David Edward May's law practice is located in Pleasant Hill, California. The firm is Bruce S. Osterman. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Edward May handle?
David Edward May focuses on contracts, real estate, ip, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has David Edward May practiced law?
David Edward May has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did David Edward May go to law school?
David Edward May earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (—).
How can I contact David Edward May for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
San Francisco Law School
- 1978
University of California B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. District Court, Eastern Distric
Admitted: 1978

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