Atty. Jon May
Jon May is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, business & commercial litigation, corporate compliance & white collar defense and 2 other areas of law. Jon received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Miami, FL · 47+ Years Experience
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About Jon May at a Glance
Jon May is a Special Counsel based in Miami, Florida, practicing at Jones Walker LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, federal crimes, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. (1979). Educated at University of Florida Fredric G. Levin College of Law (J.D., 1978) and Emory University (B.A., 1976). Active member of Former Co-Chair, Criminal Justice Section Defense Function Services Committee) •The Florida Bar •National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (Former Chair, White Collar Crime Section, Memberships •American Bar Association. Serves clients in Miami, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jon May
- Jon May is a lawyer practicing appellate practice, business & commercial litigation, corporate compliance & white collar defense and 2 other areas of law
- Jon received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Jon practices at Jones Walker LLP in Miami, FL
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Jon May's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jon May handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Miami.
Criminal Defense in Miami
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Business & Corporate Law in Miami
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Federal Crimes in Miami
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White Collar Crimes in Miami
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Civil Litigation in Miami
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Miami
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Miami are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Miami Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Miami-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Miami Choose Jon May
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jon May's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, federal crimes, white collar, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jon May brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and federal crimes, Jon May can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Miami
A Miami-based practice means Jon May attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jon May Handles in Miami
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