Atty. Patrick A Ray
Patrick A Ray is a lawyer practicing public and affordable housing, tax credits, nmtc -- new markets tax credits and 31 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years.
NMTC New Markets Tax Credits & More Attorney · Serving Scottsdale, AZ · 41+ Years Experience
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About Patrick A Ray at a Glance
Patrick A Ray is a Partner based in Scottsdale, Arizona, practicing at Kutak Rock LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on tax, elder law, education, government, and health care. Admitted to practice in Nebraska (1985) and Arizona U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit (1992). Educated at University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law (J.D., 1985) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1982). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Kutak Foundation •Counsel for The Office of Commissioner of Major League Baseball •Immediate past Chairman of the Board of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Phoenix •Member, Corporate Advisory Board for Ballet Arizona. Serves clients in Scottsdale, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick A Ray
- Patrick A Ray is a lawyer practicing public and affordable housing, tax credits, nmtc -- new markets tax credits and 31 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1982, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Patrick practices at Kutak Rock LLP in Scottsdale, AZ
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Patrick A Ray's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick A Ray handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Scottsdale.
Tax Law in Scottsdale
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Elder Law in Scottsdale
Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.
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Education Law in Scottsdale
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
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Government & Administrative Law in Scottsdale
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Health Care Law in Scottsdale
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Scottsdale
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Scottsdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona 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 Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Scottsdale Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Scottsdale-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 Scottsdale Choose Patrick A 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 Patrick A Ray's practice in the field of tax, elder law, education, government, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick A Ray brings 41+ 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 Nebraska and Arizona U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, Patrick A Ray can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering tax, elder law, and education, Patrick A Ray can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Scottsdale
A Scottsdale-based practice means Patrick A 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 Patrick A Ray Handles in Scottsdale
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