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Atty. Joseph L. May

Atty. Joseph L. May

Joseph L. May is a lawyer.

Nashville Nashville 67 yrs experience 67 year
Call (629) 276-1033 Book Appointment

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About Joseph L. May at a glance

Joseph L. May is an attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 67+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1959. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1959). Educated at New York University (LL.B., 1958) and Yale University (A.B., 1951). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Joseph L. May is a lawyer
  • Joseph received a A.B. degree from Yale University in 1951, and has been licensed for 67 years
  • Joseph practices in Nashville, TN

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Common questions about Joseph L. May

Where is Joseph L. May's law office located?
Joseph L. May's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Joseph L. May practiced law?
Joseph L. May has 67+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1959.
Where did Joseph L. May go to law school?
Joseph L. May earned their education at (LL.B., 1958); (A.B., 1951).
How can I contact Joseph L. May for a consultation?
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Education

LL.B.
New York University
- 1958
A.B.
Yale University
- 1951

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1959

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