Atty. Daniel J. Ray
Daniel J. Ray is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, business law, commercial law and 11 other areas of law.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving Redwood City, CA · 15+ Years Experience
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About Daniel J. Ray at a Glance
Daniel J. Ray is an Associate based in Redwood City, California, practicing at King & Spalding LLP. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, ip, m&a, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (2011) and California (2013). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2010) and University of Michigan (B.A. Political, 2007). Serves clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Daniel J. Ray
- Daniel J. Ray is a lawyer practicing mergers and acquisitions, business law, commercial law and 11 other areas of law
- Daniel received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2007, and has been licensed for 15 years
- Daniel practices at King & Spalding LLP in Redwood City, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Daniel J. Ray's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Daniel J. Ray handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Redwood City.
Contracts in Redwood City
Daniel J. Ray is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Redwood City
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Daniel J. Ray is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Redwood City
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Daniel J. Ray is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Redwood City
Daniel J. Ray is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →
Government & Administrative Law in Redwood City
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Daniel J. Ray is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Redwood City
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Redwood City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Redwood City Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Redwood City-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Redwood City Choose Daniel J. Ray
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Daniel J. Ray's practice in the field of contracts, business, ip, m&a, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Daniel J. Ray brings 15+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and California, Daniel J. Ray can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, business, and ip, Daniel J. Ray can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Redwood City
A Redwood City-based practice means Daniel J. Ray attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Daniel J. Ray Handles in Redwood City
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Daniel J. Ray has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Daniel J. Ray directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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