
David Karl May, Construction Attorney in Sandy Springs, Georgia
Over 26 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Insurance, and Personal Injury · 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratPrincenthal & May, LLC
Sandy Springs, GA
Practicing construction in Sandy Springs since 2000.
- 26+
- Years practicing
- 4.8 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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David Karl May is a partner based in Sandy Springs, GA. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Personal Injury. David has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Princenthal & May, LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Sandy Springs, GA
- Experience
- over 26 years
- Known for
- Construction · Insurance · Personal Injury
- Handles Construction, Insurance, and Personal Injury matters from Sandy Springs, GA.
- Over 26 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About David Karl May: David Karl May is a partner based in Sandy Springs, GA. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Personal Injury. David has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Princenthal & May, LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters David takes on
David concentrates on construction, insurance, personal injury, product liability, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Workers Comp
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Construction cases in Sandy Springs, Georgia
David takes construction matters in Sandy Springs, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Sandy Springs, Georgia
David takes insurance matters in Sandy Springs, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Sandy Springs, Georgia
David takes personal injury matters in Sandy Springs, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Sandy Springs, Georgia
David takes product liability matters in Sandy Springs, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Sandy Springs, Georgia
David takes workers comp matters in Sandy Springs, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before David agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet David Karl May — construction lawyer in Sandy Springs
David Karl May is a partner based in Sandy Springs, GA. The practice focuses on Construction, Insurance, and Personal Injury. David has over 26 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Princenthal & May, LLC. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. David Karl May is a lawyer practicing product liability, tort & insurance law, workers' compensation and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Kennesaw State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. David practices at Princenthal & May, LLC in Sandy Springs, GA.
Working with David on a construction matter
Mr. David Karl May is a lawyer practicing product liability, tort & insurance law, workers' compensation and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from Kennesaw State University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years. David practices at Princenthal & May, LLC in Sandy Springs, GA.
Clients David works with
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, insurance, and personal injury matters in Sandy Springs and the surrounding Georgia area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
St. Thomas University
J.D. · 1999
Kennesaw State University
B.S. · 1996
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Georgia
2003 · ACTIVE
Florida
2000 · ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in St. Thomas University and B.S. in Kennesaw State University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in St. Thomas University and B.S. in Kennesaw State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
David's professional memberships and bar associations
The Florida Bar State Bar of Georgia The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Georgia Trial Lawyers Association
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Locations
David Karl May's office in Sandy Springs
David's primary office is at Building 12, Suite 200, 750 Hammond Drive, Sandy Springs, GA, 30328. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Princenthal & May, LLC
Building 12, Suite 200, 750 Hammond Drive
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
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Client reviews of David Karl May — 4.8/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of David. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing construction attorneys in Sandy Springs.
4.8
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How to hire David Karl May — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Sandy Springs, Georgia
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David Karl May
How much does it cost to hire David for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Georgia typically take?
Simple construction 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Sandy Springs?
David is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new construction clients right now?
David'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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