Atty. James Y. Rayis

Atty. James Y. Rayis

James Y. Rayis is a lawyer practicing international law, business law & commercial transactions, government law and 7 other areas of law.

Troy Troy 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About James Y. Rayis at a glance

James Y. Rayis is a contracts, business, m&a, franchise, and government attorney based in Troy, Michigan. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Georgia (1982), Michigan (1982), Colorado (1996), and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims E.D. MI Eleventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals U.S (2009). Educated at University of Georgia School of Law (J.D., 1982) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Current) •American Bar Association: Chairman of the ILS Middle East Committee (2002-2008) •State Bar of Georgia Chairman, International Law Section (2001-2002, Memberships •State Bar of Michigan: Chair-Elect, International Law Section. Serands clients in Troy, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Y. Rayis is a lawyer practicing international law, business law & commercial transactions, government law and 7 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • James practices in Troy, MI

Practice Areas Explained

James Y. Rayis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Y. Rayis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Contracts

James Y. Rayis is one of 76,762 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Michigan →

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

James Y. Rayis is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Michigan →

Franchise Law

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James Y. Rayis

Where is James Y. Rayis's law office located?
James Y. Rayis's law practice is located in Troy, Michigan. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Y. Rayis handle?
James Y. Rayis focuses on contracts, business, m&a, franchise, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has James Y. Rayis practiced law?
James Y. Rayis has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did James Y. Rayis go to law school?
James Y. Rayis earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact James Y. Rayis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Y. Rayis received?
James Y. Rayis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Georgia School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 1982
Michigan
Admitted: 1982
Colorado
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims E.D. MI Eleventh Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals U.S
Admitted: 2009

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