Atty. Frank A. Ray

Atty. Frank A. Ray

Recipient: National Award of Distinctive Service, National District Attorneys Association, 1977; Professionalism Award, Columbus Bar Association, 1997; Professionalism Award, American Board of Trial Advocates, Ohio Chapter, 2012; Bar Service Medal, Columbus Bar Association, 2013; Michael F. Colley Award for Service to Trial Bar, American Board of Trial Advocates, Ohio Chapter, 2014.

Columbus Columbus 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Frank A. Ray at a glance

Frank A. Ray is a President based in Columbus, Ohio, practicing at Frank A. Ray Co., L.P.A.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on adr and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1973), U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio (1975), U.S. Supreme Court (1976), and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1977). Educated at The Ohio State University (J.D., 1973) and The Ohio State University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, 2001-2002) Ohio State Bar Association (Board of Editors, Jury Instructions Committee, 2003-2007) Central Ohio Association for Justice (President, 1987-1988) Ohio Association for Justice (President, 1989-1990) American Association for Justice (S, Columbus Bar Association. Serands clients in Columbus, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Recipient

  • National Award of Distinctive Service, National District Attorneys Association, 1977
  • Professionalism Award, Columbus Bar Association, 1997
  • Professionalism Award, American Board of Trial Advocates, Ohio Chapter, 2012
  • Bar Service Medal, Columbus Bar Association, 2013
  • Michael F. Colley Award for Service to Trial Bar, American Board of Trial Advocates, Ohio Chapter, 2014

Co-Author

  • Personal Injury Litigation Practice in Ohio, National Business Institute, Inc., 1988, 1991
  • Board of Editors, Manual for Complex Litigation, 4th Ed
  • Federal Judicial Center, 2004
  • Adjunct Professor, Moritz College of Law, The Ohio State University, 2002-2011

Director

  • Economic Crime Unit, Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Franklin County, Ohio, 1973-1975
  • Economic Crime Project, National District Attorneys Association, Washington, D.C., 1975-1976
  • Chief Counsel, Civil Division, Office of the Franklin County Prosecuting Attorney, 1976-1977, 1978

Associate

  • Brownfield, Kosydar, Bowen, Bally & Sturtz, 1977-1978
  • Michael F. Colley Co., L.P.A., 1979-1983

Owner

  • Frank A. Ray Co., L.P.A., 1983-1993
  • 1998-2005, & 2011-present
  • Ray & Todaro Co., L.P.A., 1993-1994
  • Ray, Todaro & Alton Co., L.P.A., 1994-1996
  • Ray, Todaro, Alton & Kirstein Co., L.P.A., 1996-1997
  • Ray, Alton & Kirstein Co., L.P.A., 1997-1998
  • Partner, Chester, Willcox & Saxbe LLP, 2006-2011
  • Board of Bar Examiners, Ohio Supreme Court, 1992-1995
  • Rules Advisory Committee, Ohio Supreme Court, 1995-1999
  • Board of Trustees, Legal Aid Society of Columbus, 2011-present

Practice Areas Explained

Frank A. Ray's Areas of Practice

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

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Frank A. Ray is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Ohio →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Frank A. Ray is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Columbus are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Frank A. Ray

Where is Frank A. Ray's law office located?
Frank A. Ray's law practice is located in Columbus, Ohio. The firm is Frank A. Ray Co., L.P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frank A. Ray handle?
Frank A. Ray focuses on adr, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Frank A. Ray practiced law?
Frank A. Ray has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Frank A. Ray go to law school?
Frank A. Ray earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Frank A. Ray for a consultation?
You can contact Frank A. 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 Frank A. Ray received?
Frank A. Ray's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
The Ohio State University
- 1973
B.A.
The Ohio State University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1983
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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