Andrew S. May

Andrew S. May
Experience 3.5 star rating
Industry Recognition 2.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Overview

Practice Areas

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Contingent (30%-45%), Free Consultation (30 minutes), Hourly ($225-$315/hour)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish

About Me

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Attorney Andrew May in his firm's library.

I am an attorney and counselor at law. The tag phrase for my firm is "A fresh approach to a venerable profession." Essentially, that means the the law is a... more

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Client Reviews

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5 star rating

“Andrew May is a successful attorney specialized in Financial Services Industry and Securities Law”

Posted by: a Financial Services client, about 1 year ago.

Client Review: Andrew May is an excellent attorney who cares about his clients. Thanks to his hard work, I am be able to continue working in the Financial Services... more
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“Highly Recommended”

Posted by: Andy, over 1 year ago.

Client Review: I recently used Andrew's services after he was recommended by a colleague. I was thoroughly impressed by his expertise. I utilized his services... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

3 endorsements


Kimberly A. Elkjer

I endorse Andrew May. He vigorously represents his clients at an affordable price. Kim Elkjer

Endorsement from lawyer: Kimberly Elkjer , Dallas (TX), 6 months ago
Eric J. Sussman

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. May has demonstrated his knowledge of securities/commodities law and general legal precepts. He is adept at integrating... more

Endorsement from lawyer: Eric Sussman , Garden City (NY), 6 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

18 years since Andrew S. May was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
Illinois Active And Authorized To Practice Law 1995 05/02/2013

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
President at May Law, PC 2006–present
Partner at Lewitas & May 2004–2006
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
DePaul University College of Law Law JD - Juris Doctor 1995
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Political Science Bachelors of Arts 1992
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Clients' Choice Award for 2012 AVVO 2012

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Securities Committee Illinois Bar Association 1998–present
Securities Committee Chicago Bar Association 1997–present

Portfolio

Contribution

Contributor Level 8
Answers: 25 Legal Answers
1 Best Answer - chosen by asker
8 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
3 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 0 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
EXPUNGEMENT OF MATERIALS FROM THE CRD, IS FINRA RULE 2080 THE ONLY WAY? Counsel's Corner - Compliance Watch 2012
FINRA's New Suitability Rule Counsel's Corner - Compliance Watch 2012
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Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Business Organizations Practice Management 2009
Securities Laws Introduction to Business Law 2007