Barbara Jo May
About Barbara
Biography
Barbara May has lived in the Monterey Peninsula nearly all of her life. She is a graduate of local Monterey High School and Monterey College of Law, and attended Monterey Peninsula College and Sonoma State University. Before receiving her juris doctorate and admission to the California Bar in 2002, she was a legal secretary and paralegal for over thirty years in Monterey County.
Before forming the Law Office of Barbara J. May, she was a partner in the firm of May & Garibay, LLP, and worked as an associate attorney at the Monterey firm of Bohnen, Rosenthal & Dusenbury, where she practiced civil litigation, family law, probate, conservatorship, and estate litigation.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 23 years
State: California
Acquired: 2002
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Location
Law Office of Barbara J. May
409 Washington St Ste 202 B, Monterey, CA, 93940-3054
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Barbara Jo May's Reviews
Avvo Review Score
18 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Estate of Edwin Harper | October 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Final Interculory judgment
Barbara, including her legal team was focused, there were timely follow-ups with deadline, the preparation and presentation during trial was excellent. Barbara was personable, easy to speak, without the legal jargon. Barbara was available via email/phone for a response. The legal staff was professi...
Posted by Alice | September 03, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Amazing repesentation
Barbara has represented both my husband and myself in two separate cases for the past 4 years. She has always fought hard for us and never gave us misleading information. She is both optimistic and realistic, as to say she never gave us false hope. She cares about her clients and works hard for them....
Barbara Jo May's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Barbara treats her clients with the respect and attention they deserve."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ms. May is an accomplished and professional attorney. I have found her to be incredibly helpful when I have sought her consultation on specific matters."
"I met Barbara May in 1998 and she is an extremely competent, conscientious and hardworking lawyer who goes above and beyond for all of her clients. Anyone with family law issues would be well advised if they consulted with Barbara."
"I've known Barbara for more than 20 years. It's no surprise to me that she's built up a successful family law practice since graduating from Monterey College of Law. Not only is she smart and hard-working, but she's truly compassionate. A good lawyer with heart! I highly recommend her services."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Certified Family Law Specialist, California State Bar
2001
Acheivement Award, West Publishing
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Owner, Law Office of Barbara J May
2004 - 2006
Partner, May & Garibay
2002 - 2004
Associate, Bohnen, Rosenthal & Dusenbury
Associations
2014 - Present
State Bar of California, Family Law SectionMember
2006 - Present
Monterey County Bar Association Family Law SectionMember
2003 - Present
Monterey County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
Monterey County Women Lawyers AssociationPast President
2002 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2014 - 2015
Harmony at HomeBoard Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Mother allowed to move with children
Court ordered a change of custody to father
Won at trial court level and decision upheld on appeal
Education
2002
JD - Juris Doctor
Speaking Engagements
2008
Career Choices
Publications
2014
2012
Languages
English