Atty. Thomas Robert May
Thomas Robert May is a lawyer practicing global structuring & integration, tax, information technology & communications and 8 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Global Structuring & Integration & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 39+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Robert May at a Glance
Thomas Robert May is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, tax, m&a, and health care. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987), District of Columbia (1989), U.S. Tax Court (1990), and New York (2002). Educated at Stetson University (J.D. University, 1986) and University of Florida (B.A. English, 1984). Active member of The Florida Bar The District of Columbia Bar New York State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Robert May
- Thomas Robert May is a lawyer practicing global structuring & integration, tax, information technology & communications and 8 other areas of law
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Thomas practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in New York, NY
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Thomas Robert May's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Robert May handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in New York
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
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Health Care Law in New York
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in New York are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York 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 New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Thomas Robert 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 Thomas Robert May's practice in the field of business, tax, m&a, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Robert May brings 39+ 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 Florida, District of Columbia, and U.S. Tax Court, Thomas Robert May can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, tax, and m&a, Thomas Robert May can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Thomas Robert 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 Thomas Robert May Handles in New York
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