Ray Jeremy Griffis
About Ray
Biography
An Alamance County native, Ray earned his Juris Doctorate from North Carolina Central University School of Law. He received his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in History from Campbell University. Prior to joining the Law Office of Matthew Charles Suczynski, PLLC, Ray served as an Assistant District Attorney in the Durham County District Attorney’s Office where he handled thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases in both District and Superior Court. While serving as an Assistant District Attorney, Ray was part of the Violent Crimes and Homicide Team where he prosecuted a multitude of violent crimes ranging from Felony Assault to First Degree Murder. Ray’s professional experience gives him a unique perspective on criminal law by allowing him to understand how both sides of the process operate.
Before joining the Durham District Attorney’s Office, Ray worked as a Staff Attorney for Legal Aid of North Carolina in Pittsboro, North Carolina. While working for Legal Aid of North Carolina, Ray provided free legal representation to North Carolinians in various civil matters.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
20%-40%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 10 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Matthew Suczynski PLLC
208 N. Columbia Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514
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Ray Jeremy Griffis's Reviews
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3 Client Reviews
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Posted by Samantha | November 07, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Expungement
Ray was extremely helpful and communicated so clearly. He never left me out on anything and was honest. Went above and beyond to help. I really appreciate him. And I highly recommend him to everyone!
Posted by Alban | January 19, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Alban Harp
Attorney Ray was excellent through out my whole process, walked me through everything and explain how to conduct myself, it was very tough for me mentally but Attorney Ray was able to let me know both sides of the equation so I can know what I was dealing with and we had a great outcome.
Ray Jeremy Griffis's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ray is a knowledgeable and experienced trial attorney with extensive knowledge of criminal law and procedure."
"Mr. Griffis is knowledgeable, professional, and charismatic. He is well-respected within the community in which he practices, including judges, fellow attorneys, and his clients. He asks the right questions to further his client's interests and does so with the tone and angle needed for any situation."
"Ray built a great reputation both as a Murder/Violent Crimes prosecutor in Durham County. His courtroom abilities are fine tuned which combined with his knowledge of the system from both sides is a winning combination. Ray handles criminal, traffic, and family law matters. His reputation as a trial attorney puts people on notice that he isn't afraid to fight for his clients."
"I was lucky enough to try a serious criminal matter against Ray during the summer of 2019. He was such a strong attorney we asked Ray to come join our practice."
"I have known Ray for a few years. I met him when he worked as an Assistant District Attorney and I was a defense attorney. We've had many cases together and he has always been prepared, knowledgeable and prepared. He is able to understand the issues, and is a strong advocate for his position, but always willing to listen. I've watched him learn and grow from handling traffic tickets to homicides. I'm glad he's taken his skills to work on the Defense side. Ray is a great guy and a great lawyer. You can't go wrong with him."
Criminal defense lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
Violent crime lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Triangle Business Journal 40 under 40, Triangle Business Journal
Work Experience
2020 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Matthew Suczynski PLLC
2017 - 2020
Assistant District Attorney, Durham County District Attorney Office
2015 - 2017
Staff Attorney, Legal Aid Of North Carolina, Inc.
Associations
2020 - Present
Alamance County Bar Association
2015 - Present
North Carolina State Bar
2015 - Present
North Carolina Bar Association
Education
2015
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English