Atty. Ray Edward Richards II

Atty. Ray Edward Richards II

Ray Edward Richards II is a lawyer practicing dui & drunk driving defense, drug crimes, assault & battery and 20 other areas of law. Ray received a B.S. degree from Grand Valley State College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Royal Oak Royal Oak 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Ray Edward Richards II at a glance

Ray Edward Richards II is a Member based in Royal Oak, Michigan, practicing at Richards & Associates, PLLC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, and business. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1997), United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan (1997), United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan (1997), and United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit (2003). Educated at Ohio Northern Claude Pettit College of Law (J.D. Business, 1996) and Grand Valley State College (B.S. Deans, 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Michigan Bar Association - 1997 Federal District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan - 1997 U, S, and Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals - 2003 U. Serands clients in Royal Oak, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Ray Edward Richards II is a lawyer practicing dui & drunk driving defense, drug crimes, assault & battery and 20 other areas of law
  • Ray received a B.S. degree from Grand Valley State College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Ray practices at Richards & Associates, PLLC in Royal Oak, MI

Practice Areas Explained

Ray Edward Richards II's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ray Edward Richards II handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Drug Crimes

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Royal Oak 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 Ray Edward Richards II

Where is Ray Edward Richards II's law office located?
Ray Edward Richards II's law practice is located in Royal Oak, Michigan. The firm is Richards & Associates, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ray Edward Richards II handle?
Ray Edward Richards II focuses on dui/dwi, drug crimes, personal injury, criminal defense, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Ray Edward Richards II practiced law?
Ray Edward Richards II has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Ray Edward Richards II go to law school?
Ray Edward Richards II earned their education at (J.D. Business, 1996); (B.S. Deans, 1993).
How can I contact Ray Edward Richards II for a consultation?
You can contact Ray Edward Richards II 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 Ray Edward Richards II received?
Ray Edward Richards II's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Business
Ohio Northern Claude Pettit College of Law
- 1996
B.S. Deans
Grand Valley State College
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1997
United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1997
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1997
United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 2003
United States District Court for the Central District of Illinois
Admitted: 2009
United States District Court for the District of Nebraska
Admitted: 2010

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