Atty. G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr.

Atty. G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr.

Practicing law for over 20 years, founding partner Ray Driver focuses on corporate law (including mergers and acquisitions), business, contracts, venture capital and securities law. He represents clients in business acquisitions, dispositions and mergers, as well as providing ongoing counseling regarding business formation, corporate governance, contract law and ancillary legal issues.

Jacksonville Jacksonville 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. at a glance

G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. is a business, m&a, and securities attorney based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Driver, McAfee, Hawthorne & Diebenow PLLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in Florida (1995). Educated at University of Florida (J.D. with honors, 1994) and University of Florida (M.A. with honors (Accounting), 1994). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Governance Law (Jacksonville) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law (2026). Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Practicing law for over 20 years, founding partner Ray Driver focuses on corporate law (including mergers and acquisitions), business, contracts, venture capital and securities law
  • He represents clients in business acquisitions, dispositions and mergers, as well as providing ongoing counseling regarding business formation, corporate governance, contract law and ancillary legal issues
  • He also counsels clients in obtaining capital through private placements, venture capital investments and other financing transactions

Practice Areas Explained

G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. 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

G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Florida →

Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr.

Where is G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr.'s law office located?
G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr.'s law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. The firm is Driver, McAfee, Hawthorne & Diebenow PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. handle?
G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. practiced law?
G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. go to law school?
G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. earned their education at (J.D. with honors, 1994); (M.A. with honors (Accounting), 1994); (B.A., 1989).
How can I contact G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. for a consultation?
You can contact G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. 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 G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr. received?
G. Ray "Ray" Driver, Jr.'s notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Governance Law (Jacksonville); Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships); Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law.

Education

J.D. with honors
University of Florida
- 1994
M.A. with honors (Accounting)
University of Florida
- 1994
B.A.
University of Montevallo
- 1989

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Governance Law (Jacksonville)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Compliance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida’s Super Lawyers list (2011 – 2018)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Peer Review Rated by Lexis Nexis | Martindale Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Jacksonville Business Journal’s 2016 Jacksonville Ultimate Attorney
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Daily Record‘s 2014 Jacksonville Lawyer of the Year
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Jacksonville’s Top 50 Business Influencers by Advantage Business Magazine, 2014
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Trend’s Legal Elite (since 2004)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Legal Elite Hall of Fame (2013)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law (Jacksonville)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Securities Regulation (Jacksonville)
- 2025
Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law (Jacksonville)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Securities / Capital Markets Law (Jacksonville)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Securities Regulation (Jacksonville)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Commercial Transactions / UCC Law (Jacksonville)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (Jacksonville)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) (Jacksonville)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (Jacksonville)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law (Jacksonville)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1995

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