Atty. Stephen E. Ray
Stephen E. Ray is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, complex litigation, arbitration and 3 other areas of law.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Chicago, IL · 45+ Years Experience
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About Stephen E. Ray at a Glance
Stephen E. Ray is a Partner based in Chicago, Illinois, practicing at Stein Ray LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on construction, litigation, government, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1981), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1981), U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois (1981), and New York (2017). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1981) and Colgate University (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American and Chicago Bar Associations. Serves clients in Chicago, IL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen E. Ray
- Stephen E. Ray is a lawyer practicing construction litigation, complex litigation, arbitration and 3 other areas of law
- Stephen received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Stephen practices at Stein Ray LLP in Chicago, IL
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Stephen E. Ray's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen E. Ray handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Chicago.
Construction Law in Chicago
Stephen E. Ray is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Illinois →
Civil Litigation in Chicago
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Stephen E. Ray is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Illinois →
Government & Administrative Law in Chicago
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Stephen E. Ray is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Illinois →
Insurance Law in Chicago
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
Stephen E. Ray is one of 120,903 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Illinois →
Mediation & Arbitration in Chicago
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Stephen E. Ray is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Illinois →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Chicago
Practicing law in Illinois. Legal matters in Illinois are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Chicago are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Illinois state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Illinois 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 Illinois courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Chicago Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Chicago-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 Chicago Choose Stephen 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 Stephen E. Ray's practice in the field of construction, litigation, government, insurance, and adr.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen E. Ray brings 45+ 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 Illinois, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois, and U.S. District Court, Central District of Illinois, Stephen E. Ray can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering construction, litigation, and government, Stephen 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 Chicago
A Chicago-based practice means Stephen 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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