Michael Christopher May

Michael Christopher May

also known as Mike May

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Fairfax, VA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family, Litigation, Employment & Labor

3900 University Drive, Suite 120, Fairfax, VA

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Licenses

Licensed in Virginia for 21 years

State: Virginia

Acquired: 2004

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May Law, L.L.P.

3900 University Drive, Suite 120, Fairfax, VA, 22030

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Michael Christopher May's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by Kristi | January 25, 2022 | Hired Attorney

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No Nonsense Legal Support

Mike May assisted with a minor legal matter in a very professional and expeditious manner. We discussed what was needed and he represented us in court, resulting in a better than expected outcome. I would recommend Mike May to my family and friends.

Posted by Morgan | October 25, 2021 | Hired Attorney

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Professional, Calm & Efficient

Michael was fantastic to work with. Highly responsive, professional, strategic, while simultaneously being empathetic and understanding. His calm demeanor is a wonderful asset and he helped make a stressful situation easier to handle.

Posted by Andrew | July 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney

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Excellent Attorney

Mr. May and the May Law Team have earned my absolute highest recommendation for anyone seeking top-notch legal counsel in Northern Virginia. Two years ago, my family was thrust into a unique and extremely challenging legal situation that encompassed family law, contract law, and criminal law. We need...ed an experienced attorney willing to go the extra mile and to fight for our family because our case carried a heavy emotional weight and was very complex. Thankfully, we found that amazing attorney in Mr. Michael May. At every step, Mr. May compassionately explained our options, presented the risks, and listened to our voice. He then produced near-perfect legal products for discovery of evidence, depositions, a brief in support, pre-trial motions, and trial preparation. Without Mr. May’s kindness and strategic legal vision over the past two years, our case would have surely ended with long-term emotional and financial scars. Instead, Mr. May served as our guide and lit a path so our family could successfully navigate this intense journey. We are tremendously grateful for Mr. May’s expertise and recommend him as the very best!

Posted by Jacqueline | February 22, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

I found myself in a situation which required me to obtain a lawyer to resolve a division of property matter. A paralegal friend of mine advised me to call Mike May and I am so glad that I did. Mike is an honest and sincere man; I couldn’t have had a better lawyer. If you need a lawyer, you need one ...that “has your back.” I am so very grateful for Mike’s knowledge of the law and his ability to get my “property matter” settled in a relatively short amount of time... I didn’t hesitate to pick up the phone and call Mike again this past summer when I needed some legal advice on a completely different issue. I won’t make any big decisions without consulting a lawyer again. One phone call can save you a great deal of regret. Jacqueline, Fredericksburg, VA

Posted by anonymous | July 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney

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Great Lawyer and Successful Outcome

I was going through an emotional and contentious divorce and contacted a couple lawyers prior to Michael May. A friend going through a similar circumstance recommended Michael and I immediately saw the difference. Michael was/is very professional and personable at the same time. He defended my pos...ition but would also help me to see the opposing side. Several times when I was contentiously attacked, he settled me down to re-focus on the main concerns and focus on what would serve my best interest and thus keeping the situation from escalating. When the process was delayed he would do what he could to get things moving again, even making a trip to the opposing side's lawyer and negotiating there on my behalf. When the other side would make outrageous demands, he would reply with a well thought out and successful counter. In all, Michael helped me through a difficult time and with what I would consider a successful resolution. I will use Michael again and have already recommended him to others.

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Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2015

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2013

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2012

Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine

2012

Human Rights Award, Prince William County Human Rights Commission

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Managing Partner, May Law, LLP

2007 - 2016

Occoquan District Supervisor (Elected Official), Prince William Board of County Supervisors

2006 - 2017

Partner, Albo & Oblon, LLP

Education

2004

George Mason University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1998

College of William and Mary

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2008

Business Leaders in Nicaragua

Civil Governance

2007

PAN Youth Conference in Mexico

Civil Governance

Publications

2006

HR Magazine Working Remotely Was Not Reasonable

2006

SHRM 3rd Circuit: Back pay is available under ADA only for wrongful discharge

2006

SHRM 11th Circuit: Sexual Harassment is viewed by totality of circumstances

2006

SHRM 7th Circuit: Medical certification requirement did not amount to discrimination

2006

SHRM DC Circuit: FECA remains exclusive remedy for work-related injuries

Languages

Spanish

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