Atty. James Patrick Ray
James Patrick Ray is a lawyer practicing professional liability insurance, products liability, crisis planning and management and 8 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Connecticut, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Crisis Planning and Management & More Attorney · Serving Hartford, CT · 34+ Years Experience
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About James Patrick Ray at a Glance
James Patrick Ray is a Partner based in Hartford, Connecticut, practicing at Robinson & Cole LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on real estate, m&a, product liability, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Connecticut U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1992), Commonwealth of Massachusetts U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1993), and State of New York U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1994). Educated at University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. with honors (—) and University of Connecticut B.S. Chemical Engineering University of Connecticut B.S. cum laude University of Connecticut B.S. Business Administration University of Connecticut M.B.A. Chemical E (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Hartford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Patrick Ray
- James Patrick Ray is a lawyer practicing professional liability insurance, products liability, crisis planning and management and 8 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from University of Connecticut, and has been licensed for 34 years
- James practices at Robinson & Cole LLP in Hartford, CT
Practice Areas Explained
James Patrick Ray's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Patrick Ray handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Hartford.
Real Estate Law in Hartford
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Hartford
James Patrick Ray is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Connecticut →
Product Liability in Hartford
James Patrick Ray is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Connecticut →
Civil Litigation in Hartford
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
James Patrick Ray is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Connecticut →
Government & Administrative Law in Hartford
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Hartford
Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Hartford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Hartford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Hartford-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 Hartford Choose James Patrick 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 James Patrick Ray's practice in the field of real estate, m&a, product liability, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Patrick Ray brings 34+ 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 Connecticut U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Commonwealth of Massachusetts U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and State of New York U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut, James Patrick Ray can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, m&a, and product liability, James Patrick Ray can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Hartford
A Hartford-based practice means James Patrick 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 James Patrick Ray Handles in Hartford
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