Atty. Eric Tyson Ray

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.

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Profile Summary

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.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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 Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Tyson Ray 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.

Eric Tyson Ray is one of 452,854 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →

Bankruptcy & Debt

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 95,723 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Alabama →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Eric Tyson Ray is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Alabama →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Eric Tyson Ray

Where is Eric Tyson Ray's law office located?
Eric Tyson Ray's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Tyson Ray handle?
Eric Tyson Ray focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
Where did Eric Tyson Ray go to law school?
Eric Tyson Ray earned their education at (—, 1998).
How can I contact Eric Tyson Ray for a consultation?
You can contact Eric Tyson Ray 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 Eric Tyson Ray received?
Eric Tyson Ray's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law; Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy.

Education

University of Mississippi
- 1998

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Bankruptcy
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Alabama, Alabama State Bar Association

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