Philip May
About Philip May
Philip May is a lawyer based in Washington, DC and has been recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America since 2026. Philip May is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Commercial Litigation
- Litigation - Patent
Current Firm: Groombridge, Wu, Baughman & Stone LLP
Education: University of Pennsylvania, J.D., graduated 2014
Location: Washington, DC
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