Atty. Robert Steven May

Atty. Robert Steven May

Robert May's journey to fulfilling the American Dream began as the oldest of five in a blue-collar family on California's Central Coast. Driven by his commitment to become the first college graduate in his family, he achieved this milestone at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo.

San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Robert Steven May at a glance

Robert Steven May is a Founder based in San Luis Obispo, California, practicing at The May Firm. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, and dog bites. Admitted to practice in California (2007). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 2006) and California Polytechnic State University B.S. Finance California Polytechnic State University B.S. honors (—). Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association San Luis Obispo Bar Association Ventura County Bar Association Santa Barbara County Bar Association Fresno County Bar Association The American Inns of Court Million Dollar Advocates Forum. Serands clients in San Luis Obispo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Robert May's journey to fulfilling the American Dream began as the oldest of five in a blue-collar family on California's Central Coast
  • Driven by his commitment to become the first college graduate in his family, he achieved this milestone at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo
  • A strong advocate for justice, Robert attended California Western School of Law with a mission to represent the injured and underserved
  • Over his career, he has successfully managed thousands of personal injury cases against major insurance companies, securing verdicts and settlements exceeding $25 million
  • As the founder of The May Firm, Robert is dedicated to providing personalized legal support to injured individuals and their families
  • Admitted to practice in California and various federal courts, he stands out by treating clients with the same care as family, ensuring they receive the compensation they deserve

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Steven May's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

Robert Steven May is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Robert Steven May is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Dog Bites & Animal Attacks

Robert Steven May is one of 8,510 dog bites attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dog bites attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Robert Steven May

Where is Robert Steven May's law office located?
Robert Steven May's law practice is located in San Luis Obispo, California. The firm is The May Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Steven May handle?
Robert Steven May focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, dog bites. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Robert Steven May practiced law?
Robert Steven May has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Robert Steven May go to law school?
Robert Steven May earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (—).
How can I contact Robert Steven May for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 2006
California Polytechnic State University B.S. Finance California Polytechnic State University B.S. honors
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2007

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