$ 350-450 per hour
William P. Bray
About William
Biography
William Bray is the founding member of Bray & Long and manages the firm’s business law group. He acts as outside general counsel for multiple small to middle market, privately-held companies in the southeast. Additionally, his practice focuses on corporate transactions and mergers and acquisitions, ranging in size from less than $1 million to $50 million.
William has extensive experience in dozens of industries, including finance, retail, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, franchising and construction. His team works with start-ups as well as national and international companies on all aspects of their respective businesses. The Bray & Long business law group structures private placements, complex inter-company deals and all manner of commercial relationships.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Business
45%
33 years | 1,000 cases
Mergers and Acquisitions
30%
24 years | 100 cases
Intellectual Property
15%
24 years | 200 cases
Litigation
10%
33 years | 1,000 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in North Carolina for 31 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1994
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014
Licensed in South Carolina for 32 years
State: South Carolina
Acquired: 1993
Location
Bray & Long PLLC
2820 Selwyn Avenue, Suite 400, Charlotte, NC, 28209
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William P. Bray's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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Exceeded my expectations!
I have a nonprofit pet charity. When an "adopter" tried to flip the adopted bird on the Internet, Bray & his team worked hard to ensure his safe & quick return. Bray was very committed & took his life as seriously as we did. Bray & his team are a RARE find & the success of the birds return is greatly...
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Replied last August 7, 2017Thanks for the great review! We really enjoyed working with this client - WB
William P. Bray's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Mr. Bray. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.
Reprimand issued in NC, 2014
updated on 08/03/2015Typically in this case the lawyer's poor behavior is exposed to the public in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
William’s comment:
“A link to the NC Bar's Reprimand can be accessed here: http://www.ncbar.com/orders/bray,%20william%20rep%2013g0492.pdf. I am happy to discuss with matter in detail with any clients, or potential clients, who may have questions.”
Honors
2019
Legal Elite - Business Law, Business North Carolina
2018
Legal Elite - Business Law, Business North Carolina
2017
Legal Elite - Business Law, Business North Carolina
2014
Legal Elite - Business Law, Business North Carolina
Work Experience
2003 - Present
Founding Partner, Bray & Long, PLLC
2007 - 2009
Adjunct Professor - Sports Law, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
2001 - 2003
Attorney, Crews & Klein
1999 - 2001
General Counsel, The Links Golf Group
1997 - 2001
Partner, Bray & Chiarenza
1996 - 1997
Associate Attorney, Morris, York, Williams, Surles & Brearley
1993 - 1996
Assistant Solicitor, York County Solicitor's Office
Associations
2011 - Present
The Employers AssociationBoard Member - General Counsel
2003 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
South Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2016
The Racing Attorneys Conference (TRAC)Co-Founder - Board member
2006 - 2007
North Carolina Bar Association, Sports and Entertainment Law SectionChairman
Sample of Legal Cases
Lovell Minnick Invests in Global Financial
Transaction closed, terms confidential
Charles Allen & Associates Sells Group Benefits Division
Transaction closed, terms confidential
Robert Consoli et. al. vs. Global Supply & Logistics, Inc., Stanford Banks, Greg Kirchner, Robert Malzacher and Martin Banks
Summary Judgment Granted on May 31, 20112, upheld by NC Court of Appeals on March 25, 2013
Education
1993
University of South Carolina School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
Davidson College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2011
School of Commerce
Business Law Essentials for Startups
2008
Entertainment, Sports & Intellectual Property Law Society Banquet
Motorsports Law
2007
Construction Law Section Meeting
Lien of Me - When Developers and Contractors Collide
2005
The Ins and Outs of Limited Liability Companies in North Carolina
The North Carolina Limited Liability Company Act
Publications
2017
PE Hub Network
Lovell Minnick Invests in Global Financial Credit
2017
2013
Charlotte Business Journal
Keener Focus on Profits Marks Latest Crop of Startups
2012
Paddock Magazine
Has F1 Finally Captured the Interests of America?
2012
Charlotte Business Journal
Small Firms, Big Decisions: Sale Requires Preparation
2011
Charlotte Observer
Speed Gets Lien Against Red Bull
2010
Charlotte Business Journal
Tenants Tweeting RFP's
2010
North Carolina Lawyers Weekly
Q&A - Charlotte Motorsports Attorney William Bray
2004
Charlotte Business Journal
Wish I Were There
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What happens if you don't pay EDD(Unemployment) back their money?How far will they go(wage garnishments, intercept tax return)?
08 Aug 2017
Q&A
Can I claim ownership of a dog if it was left in my care after being asked to come get it several times but didn't?
06 Aug 2017
Q&A
What is the reason for court date being cancelled, without a new date scheduled?
01 Aug 2017
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
To Litigate or Settle - A Business Conundrum
08 Aug 2017
Legal Guide
Cybersecurity Best Practices for Business
08 Aug 2017
Legal Guide
The Value of Annual Filings – Or How I Stopped Worrying and Learned to Love the Secretary of State
08 Aug 2017