Atty. John W May

Atty. John W May

Mr. John W May is a lawyer practicing insurance, insurance defense, employee benefits and 6 other areas of law.

Salt Lake City Salt Lake City 30 yrs experience 30 year
Call (385) 573-0656 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About John W May at a glance

John W May is a Chief Legal Offr. based in Salt Lake City, Utah. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in Utah (1996), U.S. District Court, District of Utah (1996), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit (1998). Educated at University of Utah (J.D. Political, 1995) and University of Utah (B.A. Political, 1993). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Salt Lake City, UT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. John W May is a lawyer practicing insurance, insurance defense, employee benefits and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Utah in 1993, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • John practices in Salt Lake City, UT

Practice Areas Explained

John W May's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John W 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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Criminal Defense

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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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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

John W May is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Utah →

Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Utah

Practicing law in Utah. Legal matters in Utah are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Salt Lake City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Utah state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Utah 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 Utah courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John W May

Where is John W May's law office located?
John W May's law practice is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John W May handle?
John W May focuses on divorce, criminal defense, family law, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Utah.
How long has John W May practiced law?
John W May has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did John W May go to law school?
John W May earned their education at (J.D. Political, 1995); (B.A. Political, 1993).
How can I contact John W May for a consultation?
You can contact John W 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.
What awards or recognition has John W May received?
John W May's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D. Political
University of Utah
- 1995
B.A. Political
University of Utah
- 1993

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Utah
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, District of Utah
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1998

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