Meeting the Legal Needs of California Families
At the Law Office of Barbara J. May, in Monterey, California, an experienced lawyer provides conscientious and cost-effective legal services to clients seeking help with all types of family law, probate and estate litigation. When your family has a legal need, contact our office online to schedule a consultation. We represent clients in Monterey County, San Benito County, and Santa Cruz County.
Family Law
Attorney Barbara J. May works to put you in the best position to move forward with your life, safeguarding your financial interests and protecting your important relationships.
- Divorce, contested and uncontested, including dissolution, annulment and legal separation of marriages and domestic partnerships
- Division of marital assets and debts
- Child custody and child support in cases of divorce or paternity
- Alimony / spousal support
- Adoption
- Paternity
- Premarital Agreements
- Restraining order matters relating to cases of domestic violence
- Petitions for freedom from parental custody and control
Estate, Probate and Trust Matters
Our office assists executors, representatives and trustees with the process of probating an estate or administering a trust in California. We help family members and friends to obtain conservatorship over adults, when necessary, and guardianship over underage youth. We represent heirs, beneficiaries, trustees and others involved in disputes over estates.
- Probate for California estates
- Conservatorship proceedings and guardianship proceedings
- Trust and estate administration
- Estate litigation, including will contests and trust disputes
Civil Litigation
Attorney May also handles cases in civil court involving real estate disputes, breach of contract disputes, and personal injury cases.
When you need experienced legal help that is sensitive to your family's needs during difficult times, contact the Law Office of Barbara J. May online or call 831-649-1253 for an initial consultation. We accept Visa and MasterCard.
