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Anthony J. May, Appellate Attorney in Baltimore, Maryland

focused on Appellate, Business, and Civil Rights

Nusinov Smith LLP

Baltimore, MD

Trusted appellate attorney serving Baltimore.

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Anthony J. May is an attorney based in Baltimore, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Civil Rights. Currently practicing at Nusinov Smith LLP.

Based in
Baltimore, MARYLAND
Experience
attorney
Known for
Appellate · Business · Civil Rights
  • Handles Appellate, Business, and Civil Rights matters from Baltimore, MARYLAND.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026).

About Anthony J. May: Anthony J. May is an attorney based in Baltimore, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Civil Rights. Currently practicing at Nusinov Smith LLP.

Areas of practice

Anthony's practice areas in Baltimore

Anthony concentrates on appellate, business, civil rights, internet, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Anthony handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Baltimore, Maryland

Anthony takes appellate matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Anthony agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Baltimore, Maryland

Anthony takes business matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Anthony agrees to represent you.

Civil Rights cases in Baltimore, Maryland

Anthony takes civil rights matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Anthony agrees to represent you.

Internet cases in Baltimore, Maryland

Anthony takes internet matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Anthony agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Baltimore, Maryland

Anthony takes litigation matters in Baltimore, Maryland. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Anthony agrees to represent you.

Biography

Anthony J. May, appellate attorney serving Baltimore

Anthony J. May is an attorney based in Baltimore, MARYLAND. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Civil Rights. Currently practicing at Nusinov Smith LLP. Anthony works from Baltimore, Maryland and takes on appellate matters across the region.

Anthony J. May has represented clients in a variety of complex litigation matters including assisting employees with disabilities in obtaining accessible technology and accommodations in the workplace, representing individuals who have been wrongfully convicted, commercial litigation disputes, and fighting workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation.

Prior to joining the firm, Anthony was the Francis D. Murnaghan, Jr. Appellate Advocacy Fellow at The Public Justice Center, where he represented indigent clients, authored amicus briefs, and argued in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and Maryland appellate courts on various anti-poverty and civil rights cases. He clerked on the Appellate Court of Maryland (formerly known as the Maryland Court of Special Appeals) for the Honorable Deborah Sweet Eyler (Ret.).

While attending law school, Anthony worked as a law clerk at Brown Goldstein & Levy, was the Executive Symposium Editor of the Journal of Race, Religion, Gender & Class, a semi-finalist in the ABA Labor & Employment Law Trial Competition, and a Legal Writing Fellow.

Anthony's approach to appellate cases

Anthony J. May has represented clients in a variety of complex litigation matters including assisting employees with disabilities in obtaining accessible technology and accommodations in the workplace, representing individuals who have been wrongfully convicted, commercial litigation disputes, and fighting workplace discrimination based on sexual orientation. Prior to joining the firm, Anthony…

The kind of cases Anthony takes

Anthony reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and civil rights matters in Baltimore and the surrounding Maryland area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Anthony studied and practices

  • The University of Akron

    B.A. · 2011

  • University of Maryland

    J.D. · 2015

Jurisdictions

Anthony's state bar admissions

  • Maryland, Maryland S

    ACTIVE

  • District of Columbia

    ACTIVE

Anthony studied at B.A. in The University of Akron and J.D. in University of Maryland.

Law school and academic background

Anthony completed B.A. in The University of Akron and J.D. in University of Maryland. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Anthony runs in Maryland is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Anthony's legal honors and published work

Anthony has received 17 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Maryland Volunteer Lawyers’ Service’s Young Lawyer of the Year (2019)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Daily Record

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — ’s Generation J.D. Award (2020)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Maryland

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star (2020-2023)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — :

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Ones to Watch for Appellate Practice, Civil Rights Law, and Commercial Litigation (2022 & 2023)

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Maryland Legal Services Corporation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Rising Star Award (2022)

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).

Locations

Anthony J. May's office in Baltimore

Anthony's primary office is at 2800 Quarry Lake Dr., Suite 160, Baltimore, Maryland, 21209. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Nusinov Smith LLP

2800 Quarry Lake Dr., Suite 160

Baltimore, Maryland 21209

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Hiring guide

How to hire Anthony J. May — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Anthony usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Anthony charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anthony's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Anthony will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Baltimore, Maryland

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Anthony

Anthony discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Anthony confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Anthony's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Anthony J. May

  • How much does it cost to hire Anthony for a appellate case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Anthony walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Anthony offer a free consultation?

    Anthony charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Anthony's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Anthony's current terms during booking.

  • How long do appellate cases in Maryland typically take?

    Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Anthony gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Anthony take my case if I'm outside Baltimore?

    Anthony is licensed in Maryland. Matters governed by Maryland law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Anthony will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Anthony?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Anthony will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Anthony accepting new appellate clients right now?

    Anthony's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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