Atty. Richard Barton Ray

Atty. Richard Barton Ray

Mr. Ray grew up in the Bradenton area and has served as an attorney in the area for most of his career.

Bradenton Bradenton 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Barton Ray at a glance

Richard Barton Ray is a Member based in Bradenton, Florida, practicing at Paster, Ray & Cohen, P.A.. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on probate, family law, real estate, poa, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in Florida (1987) and U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida (1988). Educated at Stetson University College of Law (J.D., 1987) and Tulane University (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Sarasota County, Charlotte County and American Bar Associations The Florida Bar Association of Trial Lawyers of America. Serands clients in Bradenton, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Ray grew up in the Bradenton area and has served as an attorney in the area for most of his career
  • He attended Pine View School from 1975 - 1976 and graduated from Bayshore High School in 1979
  • He went on to complete undergraduate work at Tulane University and received his Juris Doctor from Stetson College of Law in 1987
  • After graduating, Mr. Ray worked as an Associate Attorney with the Law Offices of R. Earl Warren P.A. in Englewood, FL, and has been a Partner at the Firm of Paster, Ray and Cohen working to serve Bradenton area residents since 1992

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Barton Ray's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

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Family Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Richard Barton Ray is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Power of Attorney

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Foreclosure Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Barton Ray

Where is Richard Barton Ray's law office located?
Richard Barton Ray's law practice is located in Bradenton, Florida. The firm is Paster, Ray & Cohen, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Barton Ray handle?
Richard Barton Ray focuses on probate, family law, real estate, poa, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Richard Barton Ray practiced law?
Richard Barton Ray has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Richard Barton Ray go to law school?
Richard Barton Ray earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact Richard Barton Ray for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Barton Ray received?
Richard Barton Ray's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Stetson University College of Law
- 1987
B.S.
Tulane University
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
Admitted: 1988

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