Atty. Eric Tyson Ray
Eric T. Ray is a Partner of the firm and is a member of the Creditors Rights & Bankruptcy and Litigation practice groups.
Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law & More Attorney · Serving Birmingham, AL
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About Eric Tyson Ray at a Glance
Eric Tyson Ray is a business, bankruptcy, and litigation attorney based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Admitted to practice in Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association. Educated at University of Mississippi (—, 1998). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy (2026). Serves clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Tyson Ray
- Eric T. Ray is a Partner of the firm and is a member of the Creditors Rights & Bankruptcy and Litigation practice groups
- Eric's practice regularly includes the representation of utilities, financial institutions, lenders and other creditors in chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, adversary proceedings and other types of commercial litigation throughout the country
- Mr. Ray is experienced in all facets of creditor representation and routinely represents creditors with respect to adequate assurance of payment, DIP financing, asset sales and purchases, executory contracts, preference litigation, bankruptcy appellate proceedings, out-of-court workouts and subprime litigation
- He also represents creditors in collection matters and real property litigation in state and federal courts
- In addition, Eric counsels the firm's utility clients in the development and implementation of client specific bankruptcy and collection related policies and procedures
Practice Areas Explained
Eric Tyson Ray's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Tyson Ray handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Birmingham.
Business & Corporate Law in Birmingham
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Birmingham
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Eric Tyson Ray is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Alabama →
Civil Litigation in Birmingham
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Birmingham
Practicing law in Alabama. Legal matters in Alabama are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Birmingham are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alabama state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alabama 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 Alabama courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Birmingham Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Birmingham-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 Birmingham Choose Eric Tyson 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 Eric Tyson Ray's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and litigation, Eric Tyson Ray can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Birmingham
A Birmingham-based practice means Eric Tyson 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 Eric Tyson Ray Handles in Birmingham
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Eric Tyson Ray has experience with under Alabama 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 Eric Tyson Ray directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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