Atty. Jon May

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.

Miami Miami 47 Years Experience 47 year
Call (786) 796-3997

Profile Summary

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.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Jon May's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Federal Crimes

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jon May

Where is Jon May's law office located?
Jon May's law practice is located in Miami, Florida. The firm is Jones Walker LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jon May handle?
Jon May focuses on criminal defense, business, federal crimes, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Jon May practiced law?
Jon May has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Jon May go to law school?
Jon May earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Jon May for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Florida Fredric G. Levin College of Law
- 1978
B.A.
Emory University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

Florida U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S.
Admitted: 1979

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