Atty. William G. Mays

Atty. William G. Mays

William G. Mays is a lawyer practicing corporate law, commercial law, personal injury law and 3 other areas of law.

Columbia Columbia 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About William G. Mays at a glance

William G. Mays is a Member based in Columbia, Missouri, practicing at William G. Mays II. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and business. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1972). Educated at University of Missouri-Columbia (J.D., 1972) and University of Missouri-Columbia (B.A., 1969). Active member of The Missouri Bar. Serands clients in Columbia, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • William G. Mays is a lawyer practicing corporate law, commercial law, personal injury law and 3 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Missouri-Columbia in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • William practices at William G. Mays II in Columbia, MO

Practice Areas Explained

William G. Mays's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

William G. Mays is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

William G. Mays is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William G. Mays

Where is William G. Mays's law office located?
William G. Mays's law practice is located in Columbia, Missouri. The firm is William G. Mays II. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William G. Mays handle?
William G. Mays focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has William G. Mays practiced law?
William G. Mays has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did William G. Mays go to law school?
William G. Mays earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact William G. Mays for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Missouri-Columbia
- 1972
B.A.
University of Missouri-Columbia
- 1969

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1972

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