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Biography
John D. Ray is the owner of The Ray Firm, LLC and he has 20 years of experience in Workers Compensation and Personal Injury. He served as a mediator for the Louisiana Workforce Commission and the Office of Workers’ Compensation (OWC). John has also worked for both New Orleans and Lafayette-based defense firms representing various employers and workers’ compensation insurers. For most of the last eleven years, John served as an Assistant Attorney General for the Louisiana Department of Justice, where he specialized exclusively in representing and defending all state agencies and institutions in workers’ compensation suits. For the last seven and a half years of that time, he served as Section Chief of the Workers’ Compensation Section of Louisiana Department of Justice’s Litigation Division. As Section Chief, he was the supervisor of all workers’ compensation litigation handled by the Louisiana Office of the Attorney General statewide. In addition, as Section Chief, he served as an in-house legal advisor to the Office of Risk Management and the Louisiana Department of Justice regarding legal matters relating to workers’ compensation.
Let my experience as a former Assistant Attorney General and insurance defense attorney to work for you.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
70%
Personal Injury
20%
Car Accident
5%
Slip and Fall Accident
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Louisiana for 26 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 1999
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013
Location
Gallery
Online Presence
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John D Ray's Reviews
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Posted by Dave | February 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thank You John Ray!!!!
My Daughter got into a wreck (not her fault) and really did not know what to do when insurance offered so little to replace her car. John Ray took care of me and my family. I was able to get another car just as safe as the one that was totaled in wreck. John Ray even was able to talk about case after...
Posted by Sheila | January 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Recommendation
Praise Jesus!! I Thank Jesus for sending Me to You!! I had a Worker's Compensation Case and from the first call to the law firm they were very Professional! Attorney John Ray has the client in Mind and they do everything they can to assist the client. I Thank You from the bottom of My Heart! I would ...
John D Ray's Lawyer Endorsements
"John is aggressive, smart and thoughtful. He knows his subject matter well and is able to anticipate his opponent's arguments. John is civil to both the court and his opponent. He is mindful of cost when advising his clients."
"John is an honest, decent man who represents his clients vigorously. His years of experience working for the State of Louisiana gives him a unique insight into the Workers' Compensation Act. He is a fine man who helps his every step of the way."
"John is one of the most knowledgeable workers' compensation attorneys I know. There are very few attorneys who can match his experience as a former Mediator, Assistant Attorney General and Section Chief in the Louisiana Workers' Compensation Section. Most importantly, John is a great person who gives his clients the personal care and attention they deserve."
"John is a very knowledgeable attorney. He is easy to work with. He is very accessible by phone and email. I have referred workers' compensation matters to him and do not regret associating with him. He does a great job. I have also heard him speak at legal seminars, and he is an effective public speaker that conveys information in an exciting way."
"I have known John professionally for several years, and am familiar with cases he has worked. John is very knowledgeable of workers' compensation law, and highly qualified and capable of handling workers' compensation cases. I endorse this lawyer."
John Smith
Workers compensation lawyer
Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.
Suspension Deferred With Probation issued in LA, 2013
updated on 02/03/2017Suspension deferred means the attorney has been suspended, but that the suspension is placed on hold (and ultimately removed) if the attorney complies with certain requirements.
John’s comment:
“Discipline resulted from failure to pay Bar dues timely.”
Honors
2025
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2024
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
BBB Rating: A+, Better Business Bureau
2007
Letter of Commendation, Attorney General of Louisiana
2002
Outstanding Service Award, Office of Workers' Compensation (OWC)
Work Experience
2008 - 2016
Section Chief, Workers' Comp Section, Litigation Division, Louisiana Department Of Justice
2007 - 2008
Litigation Attorney, Workers' Comp Defense, Johnson, Johnson, Barrios & Yacoubian
2004 - 2007
Litigation Attorney, Workers' Comp Section, Louisiana Department of Justice
2002 - 2004
Litigation Attorney, Workers' Comp Defense, Hurlburt, Prevat & Monrose
2000 - 2002
Mediator/Staff Attorney, La. Dept. of Labor, Office of Workers' Compenstaion
1999 - 2000
Associate, Gravel & Cespiva
1997 - 1998
Judicial Law Clerk, 9th Judicial District Court Of Louisiana
Associations
2016 - Present
Workers Injury Law and Advocacy GroupMember
2004 - Present
Baton Rouge Bar Association, Workers' Compensation SectionMember
2008 - 2010
American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section, Workers' Compensation & Employer Liability CommitteeFrm. Vice Chair
2006 - 2009
Baton Rouge Bar Association, Bench Bar CommitteeMember
1992 - 1993
Psi Chi National Honor Society for PsychologyFrm. Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Sartin v. LSU/Bogalusa Medical Center, 2007-1367 (La. App. 1st Cir 2/8/08); 984 So.2d 777
Won at trial and was upheld by the First Circuit Court of Louisiana
Garrett v. Boh Bros. Const. Co., LLC, 04-804 (La. App. 5 Cir. 1/11/05), 894 So.2d 366
The court found in favor of the injured worker
Education
1997
Southern University Law Center
Juris Doctor (JD)
1993
Northwestern State University
Bachelor of Science (BS),
Speaking Engagements
2021
Louisiana Association of Self Insured Employers
Settlement Days
2019
Workers’ Compensation Fundamentals, Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Preparing for and Presenting at the Trial
2019
Annual Workers’ Compensation Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Annual Workers’ Compensation Continuing Legal Education Seminar
2018
Workers' Compensation Roundup: The Latest What's, How's and Why's
Workers' Compensation
2018
Annual Workers’ Comp Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Status of Fraud Defense
2015
Distinguished Alumni Speaker
Distinguished Alumni Speaker
2012
Louisiana Department of Justice Annual Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Recent Jurisprudence and Legislative Developments (Workes' Compensation)
2004
Louisiana Department of Justice Annual Continuing Legal Education Seminar
Initial Handling of Case File & Potential Witnesses: Develop & Analyze Case Theory
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I start new job if I'm not being payed by workman's comp?
10 Jul 2024
Q&A
I have a doctor's note limiting the amount of time on my right foot. Does my employer have to follow the limits my doctor has
12 Feb 2023
Q&A
What/which legal authority(is) clearly state what actions an employer/insurance co have to take and when.
15 Jul 2022