Atty. Marion E. Ray
Marion E. Ray is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, appellate litigation, deliberate intent and workplace safety and 2 other areas of law.
Appellate Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Charleston, WV · 39+ Years Experience
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About Marion E. Ray at a Glance
Marion E. Ray is a Partner based in Charleston, West Virginia. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, workers comp, education, and appellate. Admitted to practice in West Virginia U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. District Courts f (1987). Educated at Washington & Lee University (J.D., 1986) and University of Iowa (B.A. Speech, 1978). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Professional Affiliations •West Virginia State Bar •Kanawha County Bar Association •Mountain State Bar Association •Defense Trial Counsel of West Virginia. Serves clients in Charleston, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Marion E. Ray
- Marion E. Ray is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation, appellate litigation, deliberate intent and workplace safety and 2 other areas of law
- Marion received a B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1978, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Marion practices in Charleston, WV
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Marion E. Ray's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Marion E. Ray handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charleston.
Employment Law in Charleston
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Marion E. Ray is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in West Virginia →
Workers Compensation in Charleston
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Marion E. Ray is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in West Virginia →
Education Law in Charleston
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Marion E. Ray is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in West Virginia →
Appellate Practice in Charleston
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Marion E. Ray is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in West Virginia →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charleston
Practicing law in West Virginia. Legal matters in West Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charleston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate West Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in West Virginia 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 West Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Charleston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charleston-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 Charleston Choose Marion E. 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 Marion E. Ray's practice in the field of employment, workers comp, education, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Marion E. Ray brings 39+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, workers comp, and education, Marion E. Ray can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charleston
A Charleston-based practice means Marion E. Ray attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Marion E. Ray Handles in Charleston
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Marion E. Ray has experience with under West Virginia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Marion E. Ray directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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