Atty. Ray Ricks Waters

Atty. Ray Ricks Waters

Mr. Ray Ricks Waters is a lawyer practicing business, commercial, consumer and 11 other areas of law.

Houston Houston 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Business & More Attorney · Serving Houston, TX · 29+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Ray Ricks Waters at a Glance

Ray Ricks Waters is an Eagle Global Logistics based in Houston, Texas. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on family law, business, tax, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Texas (1997). Educated at University Of Houston (J.D., 1996) and Texas Tech University (M.B.A. University, 1994). Serves clients in Houston, TX and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Ray Ricks Waters

  • Mr. Ray Ricks Waters is a lawyer practicing business, commercial, consumer and 11 other areas of law
  • Ray received a M.B.A. degree from Texas Tech University in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Ray practices in Houston, TX

Practice Areas Explained

Ray Ricks Waters's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ray Ricks Waters handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Houston.

Family Law in Houston

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Business & Corporate Law in Houston

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Tax Law in Houston

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Mergers & Acquisitions in Houston

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Securities Law in Houston

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Houston

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

Houston Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Houston-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Ray Ricks Waters

Where is Ray Ricks Waters's law office located?
Ray Ricks Waters's law practice is located in Houston, Texas. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ray Ricks Waters handle?
Ray Ricks Waters focuses on family law, business, tax, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Texas.
How long has Ray Ricks Waters practiced law?
Ray Ricks Waters has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Ray Ricks Waters go to law school?
Ray Ricks Waters earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (M.B.A. University, 1994).
How can I contact Ray Ricks Waters for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Houston Choose Ray Ricks Waters

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 Ray Ricks Waters's practice in the field of family law, business, tax, m&a, and securities.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Ray Ricks Waters brings 29+ 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 family law, business, and tax, Ray Ricks Waters can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Houston

A Houston-based practice means Ray Ricks Waters 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 Ray Ricks Waters Handles in Houston

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ray Ricks Waters has experience with under Texas law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Divorce and property division
Family Law
Child custody and support
Family Law
Spousal support (alimony)
Family Law
Prenuptial agreements
Family Law
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Ray Ricks Waters directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University Of Houston
- 1996
M.B.A. University
Texas Tech University
- 1994

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

Texas
Admitted: 1997

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