Atty. C. Ray Lees

Atty. C. Ray Lees

C. Ray Lees is a lawyer practicing banking, commercial transactions, energy and 1 other area of law.

Oklahoma City Oklahoma City 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About C. Ray Lees at a glance

C. Ray Lees is a Partner based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, practicing at Porter Hedges LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and energy. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1979). Educated at University of Oklahoma (J.D., 1979) and Southwestern Oklahoma State University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Oklahoma County, Oklahoma (Law Schools Committee, 1987-1991) and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Oklahoma City, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • C. Ray Lees is a lawyer practicing banking, commercial transactions, energy and 1 other area of law
  • C. Ray received a B.A. degree from Southwestern Oklahoma State University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • C. Ray practices at Porter Hedges LLP in Oklahoma City, OK

Practice Areas Explained

C. Ray Lees's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases C. Ray Lees handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

C. Ray Lees is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Oklahoma →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

C. Ray Lees is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Oklahoma →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oklahoma

Practicing law in Oklahoma. Legal matters in Oklahoma are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Oklahoma City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Oklahoma state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Oklahoma brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Oklahoma courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about C. Ray Lees

Where is C. Ray Lees's law office located?
C. Ray Lees's law practice is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The firm is Porter Hedges LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does C. Ray Lees handle?
C. Ray Lees focuses on business, m&a, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has C. Ray Lees practiced law?
C. Ray Lees has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did C. Ray Lees go to law school?
C. Ray Lees earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact C. Ray Lees for a consultation?
You can contact C. Ray Lees directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has C. Ray Lees received?
C. Ray Lees's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Oklahoma
- 1979
B.A.
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1979

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