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4.8 /5.0
20 Client Reviews
$ 175-200 per hour
PRO
John Hartman May
also known as John H. May
About John
Biography
Practice Areas
9
Practice Areas
Car Accident
12%
Estate Planning
12%
Guardianship
12%
Litigation
12%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Contingency
25%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 25 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2000
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 26 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
May Metzger And Zimmerman LLP
(717) 299-1181
Fax
49 North Duke Street, Lancaster, PA, 17602
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49 N. Duke Street, Lancaster, PA, 17603
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John Hartman May's Reviews
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Posted by Georgia | October 16, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Personal Injury
This is the second time we have used John H. May for a personal injury case need. The first involved my husband & the second time involved myself. John and staff were amazing. All of our questions and concerns were answered and he walked us through the process each time. He is an honest and compassio...
Posted by Heather | September 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Guardianship
John represented us in a guardianship case with our son.. He made himself available; returned calls promptly; kept us informed about the progress of our case in a timely manner.. His skill’s he demonstrated in court proceedings were amazing given the circumstances..When taking guardianship, it’s ver...
Posted by Anita | May 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Excellent Legal Services in Guardianship Case
John May represented us in an emergency guardianship case in crisis. He immediately arranged an emergency court hearing on a holiday. He is an excellent communicator who took the time to explain the process to us, collaborated well with us in preparing for court hearings, provided professional, comp...
Posted by Joni | July 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Insurance
Great to work with
I was hesitant to hire an attorney but am glad I did. John May took care of all the negotiations with my insurance company in my claim for underinsured motorist benefits. This was an enormous relief for me so I could concentrate on my recovery. John met with my husband and I multiple times until we w...
Posted by Toni | May 19, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
Would highly recommend
My daughter had John H May for a personal injury case. She was a minor so I was involved thru the entire process. He was very understanding of a difficult situation, personable, very easy to talk with, treated her and the family with respect, kept us up to date with the progress of the case and had u...
John Hartman May's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is a highly esteemed member of the Lancaster Bar. I have heard nothing but praise for his work."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
N/A
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Partner, May Metzger & Zimmerman
2004 - Present
Partner, Personal Injury Law Group, LLC
1900 - Present
Partner, May Herr & Grosh LLP
2001 - 2004
Assistant District Attorney, Office of the District Attorney of Lancaster County
Associations
2009 - Present
National Crime Victim Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
2008 - Present
Pennsylvania Association For JusticeMember
2003 - Present
Lancaster Bar Association, Young Lawyers SectionChair
2003 - Present
Pennsylvania Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
National District Attorneys AssociationMember
Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Lifetime Member
2017 - 2017
Lancaster Bar AssociationPresident
Education
1998
Case Western Reserve University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
University of Vermont
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2014
Sexual Assault
Civil Claims for Victims of Sexual Abuse
2014
Conference
Proper Practices and Procedures to Prevent Sexual Abuse
2013
Sexual Assault
Civil Claims for Victims of Sexual Abuse
2012
Sexual Assault
Civil Claims for Victims of Sexual Abuse
2011
Sexual Assault
Civil Claims for Victims of Sexual Abuse
2010
Sexual Assault
Civil Claims for Victims of Sexual Abuse
2009
Sexual Assault
Civil Claims for Victims of Sexual Abuse
2008
Sexual Assault
Civil Claims for Victims of Sexual Abuse
2007
Sexual Assault
Civil Claims for Victims of Sexual Abuse
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
May an illegal person residing in the US file a civil action suit against a US citizen?
25 Feb 2015
Q&A
I was in a car accident on Thursday morning. Hit my head off drivers window. Have had headaches since. Do I need an attorney?
25 Feb 2015
Q&A
How long can a car be impounded after being towed from an accident involving no other vehicles?
23 Feb 2015