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Raymond Andrew Grimes
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Biography
Raymond graduated from The George Washington University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and received his law degree from Rutgers University Law School. Raymond has had substantial experience in both the public and private sectors.
He began with an International Law firm in Washington D.C. and continued with the U.S. Attorney’s office in Philadelphia. He was also fortunate to have worked for the Honorable Edward W. Beglin, Jr., the Assignment Judge for Union County. After his clerkship, he was employed by a large N.J. law firm for several years before starting his own law firm in 1996. The firm has offices located in New Jersey, New York City, and Pennsylvania.
Raymond has a wealth of experience in many fields of law. He specializes in Securities Litigation, Construction Litigation, Personal Injury and Workmen’s Compensation, Criminal Defense and Municipal Court matters, and Business Litigation. In his general business practice he represents a number of corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships, and sole proprietorships.
Raymond has had great success in complex litigation matters against some of the largest firms in the country and has obtained very favorable awards for his clients. In addition to the many settlements he has received for his clients, Raymond does not hesitate to take his cases to trial to maximize his clients’ recovery. For example, he was awarded a $1.4 million verdict in a Securities Litigation matter which he tried for five weeks, against five different law firms, before the National Association of Securities Dealers in New York City. He has also been awarded numerous personal injury jury verdicts and settlements totaling well in excess of $10 million.
As a result of the reputation the Grimes firm has earned, it receives many referrals from clients, fellow attorneys, and other law firms. Whatever your legal needs are, the Grimes firm is confident that it will able to discuss your individual needs, analyze your legal situation, provide you with your legal options, and pursue your case in a most diligent and professional manner.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
60%
38 years
Criminal Defense
20%
38 years
Business
10%
38 years
Contracts and Agreements
10%
38 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Contingency
25%-33%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New Jersey for 37 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 1988
No misconduct found
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 36 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
Location
Law Offices of Raymond Andrew Grimes
1367 Rte 202 North, Neshanic Station, NJ, 088530000
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Posted by anonymous | May 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Disappointed
My family and I retained Mr. Grimes for a real estate legal matter and it was a complete waste of time and money. He never emailed the seller attorney to start settlement negotiations and was very uncommunicative. I advised that I was disappointed in the services and that I would be writing a review ...
Posted by anonymous | November 15, 2013
very helpful
Mr. Grimes responded quickly to my issue with an email. He answered my questions. He does not practice near me but he got me a referral. I thought that was very nice, as other attorneys merely responded with "just hire an atttorney".
Posted by Kris | November 13, 2013
excellent attorney
Ray has handled a few diff matters for me from criminal to workmens comp injury to family matters which he took on and learned step by step I wouldnt recommend any other attorney in nj.. Ray is not only my attorney but has became like family with how much time and love and heart he has put into all o...
Posted by Steve | October 15, 2013
The Best Representation Imaginable
Raymond Grimes is an exceptionally skilled professional. I've know Ray for over 35 years as we went to school together. I have called on his services numerous times always resulting in a more than favorable outcome. What differentiates Ray from other professionals in his field is quite simply that he...
Raymond Andrew Grimes's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Mr.Grimes, is an asset to the legal profession and is well respected by his peers and his clients. He has gained an excellent reputation as a top tier advocate and he exemplifies all of the characteristics of a top quality lawyer. I recommend to anyone looking for an attorney who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and achieving the most favorable result possible. I endorse this attorney. –Anthony Munoz, Esq."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2014
Top Contribtor Award, AVVO
2013
Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
2013
Top Contribtor Award, AVVO
2013
American Society of Legal Advocates, American Society of Legal Advocates
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Raymond A. Grimes
1989 - 1995
Litigation Attorney, Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, P.C.
1988 - 1989
Law Clerk, Hon. Edward W. Beglin, A.J.S.C.
1987 - 1988
Law Clerk, United States Attorney's Office
1985 - 1986
Law Clerk, Steptoe & Johnson, LLP
Associations
New Jersey Bar Association
Pennsylvania Bar Association
New Jersey Association for Justice
New Jersey Litigation Council
Sample of Legal Cases
Lazar v Pugliese
Defense Verdict in our favor
Kasper v Wougk
195,000 Settlement
Kasper v Wougk
$100,500 Jury Verdict
Alonso v Heydt
$500,000 Settlement
Irvin v Pizzo and Pizzo
$889,000.00 Jury Verdict
Nobis v Equitable
$1,550,000 Verdict
Harrison v Harison
$627,000 Judgment
Sileo v Gross
$750,000 Jury Verdict
Education
1988
Rutgers University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1984
George Washington University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
N/A
New Jersey State Bar Association
Personal Injury Law
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
What type of representation can I get when I did not pay a company for work?
13 Aug 2025
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How much settlement can I obtain if I was involved in an auto accident that wasn’t my fault?
01 May 2025
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SO I WAS REAR ENDED WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT BY A CITY COMMERCIAL VEHICLE OPERATED BY A CITY WORKER, HOW MUCH AM I GETTING?
18 Dec 2024