Atty. Richard E May
Richard E May is a lawyer practicing taxation, congressional investigations, energy & utilities. Richard received a A.B. degree from University of Maryland in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Congressional Investigations & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 53+ Years Experience
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About Richard E May at a Glance
Richard E May is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Hunton And Williams Llp. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on tax and energy. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1973), U. S. Tax Court and U. S. Claims Court (1974), U. S. Supreme Court (1976), and Texas (1982). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1973) and University of Maryland (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard E May
- Richard E May is a lawyer practicing taxation, congressional investigations, energy & utilities
- Richard received a A.B. degree from University of Maryland in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Richard practices at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP in Washington, DC
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Richard E May's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E May handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Tax Law in Washington
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Energy & Utilities Law in Washington
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose Richard E 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 Richard E May's practice in the field of tax and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard E May brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia, U. S. Tax Court and U. S. Claims Court, and U. S. Supreme Court, Richard E May can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering tax and energy, Richard E May can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Richard E 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 Richard E May Handles in Washington
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