Michael E. Mayo

Michael devotes his practice to helping individuals harmed by the negligence of others. He has handled cases against commercial trucking companies, financial institutions, insurance companies, and medical groups. Michael began his career as a criminal defense attorney to gain valuable experience in the courtroom. After obtaining considerable trial success, Michael transferred to civil practice with Martin Snow, LLP, one of the oldest large firms in Georgia. Michael represented insurance companies and their insureds in car wreck cases for years. While working for the insurance companies, Michael learned the systems and methods used by insurance companies and adjusters to lower the payouts to those injured by the negligence of others. Michael successfully tried numerous jury trials to a defense verdict before being named Partner at Martin Snow, LLP. Michael credits his mentors at Martin Snow, LLP for their invaluable training and example. Michael now uses his knowledge and experience to help individuals achieve the best result from the insurance companies. Michael has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of those harmed by others, including a single trial verdict and recovery over $1.6 Million. He has successfully defended his verdicts on appeal. Michael has represented the families of those killed by another's negligence and obtained large confidential settlements. He is experienced in mediation and arbitration, as well, and he routinely advises clients on the benefits and risks of litigation. Awards and Honors Super Lawyers® Selectees Michael E. Mayo included in a Super Lawyers® list Honors Recognized by National Trial Lawyers Association as Top 40 Under 40 (2018) William Augustus Bootle Inn of Court Pupilage Group Leader Super Lawyers, Rising Star Honoree, 2020 - 2023 Top 40 under 40, Recognized by National Trial Lawyers Association, 2018 - 2022 Macon Telegraph Best of the Best, Voted Best Law Firm in Macon, 2021 - 2022 Time Magazine Person of the Year, 2006 - Present Other Sources of Feedback About Michael E. Mayo Included on the 2026Georgia Super Lawyers list Past Lists 2025 Georgia Super Lawyers list 2024 Georgia Super Lawyers list 2023 Georgia Super Lawyers list 2022 Georgia Super Lawyers list 2021 Georgia Super Lawyers list 2020 Georgia Super Lawyers list

• Partner

• Martin Snow, LLP, Partner

• Adjunct Professor, Mercer University, Political Science & American Government
• Continuing Legal Education Presenter: Pro Se Litigants in the Civil Arena
• Ancillary Businesses
• Adjunct Professor, Mercer University - American Government & Political Science

• Georgia
• Georgia Court of Appeals
• Supreme Court of Georgia
• U.S. Court of Appeals 11th Circuit
• U.S. District Court Northern District of Georgia
• U.S. District Court Middle District of Georgia
• U.S. District Court Southern District of Georgia

• State Bar of Georgia, Member
• Macon Bar Association, Member
• William Augustus Bootle Inn of Court, 2011 - Present
• William Augustus Bootle Inn of Court, Elite Group of Lawyers Fostering Excellence in Professionalism, Ethics, Civility, and Legal Skills in coordination with American Inns of Court
• William Augustus Bootle Inn of Court, 2020 - 2021 (President)
• William Augustus Bootle Inn of Court, 2019 - 2020 (Vice President)
• William Augustus Bootle Inn of Court, 2017 - Present (Group Leader)