Fredrick Michael Ray
also known as Fred Ray, Frederick Ray
About Fredrick
Biography
For over 20 years, I have fought for professionals and business owners, listening with compassion, being straightforward and honest with our clients. My professional clients face a system that can be cold, impersonal, uncaring and harsh. We act as skilled and knowledgeable guides through that system. We strive to educate and inform clients, to minimize case weaknesses and maximize strengths, in order to achieve the best results while mindful of a client's budget and appetite for risk.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
21 years
32 years
24 years
21 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 32 years
State: California
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Ray & Bishop, Professional Law Corporation
4100 Newport Place Drive, Suite 670, Newport Beach, CA, 92660
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Fredrick Michael Ray's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 27 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by anonymous | February 4, 2025 | Consulted Attorney
Incredible Guidance w/ Real Estate License Questions
There are many few people who leave such an impact on me, but Fred will always be one of them. I had many fears leading up to applying for a Real Estate license given some misdemeanors I had from my past that could impact my qualification. After reading a lot of things online (learning now that they ...
Posted by Samuel J. | November 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney
I strongly recommend Fred Ray.
Fred is a true professional. In short, he was reliable, a great communicator, and I highly recommend him. After a few consultations, I decided to hire Fred, because of his courteous demeanor, and he was clear and succinct. I appreciate his patience with all of my questions that he answered very clear...
Posted by anonymous | June 30, 2022 | Consulted Attorney
One of the best attorneys I have encountered
Fred advised me on how to submit an application to the DFPI. I thought I knew how to answer disclosure questions, but I was worried if I answered incorrectly it would seem like I was being dishonest. Fred took a consultation with me, then also consulted with his other attorneys regarding my case. ...
Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney
B JOHNS
I whole-heartedly recommend Ray & Bishop, PLC to anyone requiring assistance with Professional License Registrations !!! After successfully passing a California License Exam, and promptly filing an online application, I was immediately facing an investigation . . . alleging that I had failed to dis...
Posted by Army | April 8, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney
'What an excellent service, he provided to me' that's come out when I think of him. He helped me and took care of my problem. As a doctor, your license is everything and he helped me to save it. He was successful. He listened me well every time when I communicated. He explained me everything what ...
Fredrick Michael Ray's Lawyer Endorsements
"Fred Ray is an outstanding lawyer. He is creative and knowledgeable in his legal strategies, highly skilled in courtroom advocacy and communications, and his written advocacy is just excellent. This is a rare and wonderful combination of lawyering skills. Add to this combination of professional gifts that Fred Ray is a thorough gentleman, who cares deeply about his clients and their legal problems, and is unfailingly kind and patient. I endorse and admire this lawyer."
"Fred Ray is an experienced and skilled professional licensing defense attorney. He is also a good guy. I know that I can make referrals to him with confidence that the client will be well represented."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Ray has successfully advised several of my clients regarding their professional licensure, and I continue to hear rave reviews of his representation."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Fred is a professional, through and through, and the respect this has earned him certainly benefits his clients."
"I went to school with Fred. He was not only a sharp guy in school but he was also a good friend. I trust he treats his clients the same way he treats his friends - with care and compassion. I would contact Fred if my circumstances warranted it, although I certainly hope I will never have to do so!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Ray is one of the finest and hard working lawyers I know. His expertise and knowledge is superior. He has the ability to clearly communicate with his clients and works extremely hard on each and every case he takes on. Whatever license matter you have, Mr. Ray provides exceptional representation and absolutely the finest customer service in the business. Simply put, Mr. Ray is the best attorney any client can hire in the area of Administrative Law."
"Fred Ray is an exceptional attorney practicing in the highly complex area of administrative and licensing law. Whether your matter is before an administrative panel or licensing board you can feel confident with Fred as your attorney. I refer all clients and colleagues in need of administrative and licensing matters to Fred and have never heard anything but positive comments regarding his professionalism and advocacy skills. I highly recommend Fred Ray."
Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Feb 05
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Fred Ray is an exceptional lawyer with very unique and specialized knowledge in the area of professional licensing. I highly recommend him to all of my clients and colleagues should they ever have an issue with a state licensing board. In addition to being very knowledgeable, he also has a very pleasant demeanor. I give him my highest recommendation."
"Attorney Ray exemplifies the very best attributes of an active attorney and displays a high level of professionalism, confidence and skill we should all aspire to. Honesty, dedication and a love of the law, which means. giving back to others who lack our understanding of the law and a benefit from our inherent desire to provide solutions to problems. The thousands years of combined legal experience of professionals activity participating in this forum represent some of the very best of our profession, which is after all, at its base is desire to help those in need. This Attorney’s experience and knowledge, I believe, demonstrates that there is a desire to provide accurate advice and obtain appropriate results for clients. Most importantly, this Attorney is willing to help complete strangers (as is the case in this forum) with their legal problems for which we collectively provide useful information, thereby demystifying the legal process as much as possible. I would recommend"
Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Sep 13
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Ray has specialized knowledge within his field of practice that he brings to every client relationship to produce strategic, effective results."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Fred Ray for over three years now and I think of him as the standard for professional conduct and client service. Every time I meet with him, I learn something new that can help me in my practice. He's a generous man. A very intelligent man. And someone who makes a positive contribution to our profession and our community. I recommend him highly."
"I endorse this lawyer. Fred has handled multiple cases where reciprocal invetsigation/discipline was required in California based on initial discipline in Texas. All matters were resolved competently with complete Client satisfaction. knwledgeable in both practice and behavior related cases."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Ethics and professional responsibility lawyer | Dec 30
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"Trying to keep your medical, pharmaceutical, nursing, pilot or other license??? Mr. Ray is who you need in your corner. I send all my clients who have such licensing issues in Orange County to Mr. Ray. This is a highly specialized area of law, and how you handle the situation and who you hire to represent you you can make a drastic differnce in whether you will be able to keep that coveted license you worked so hard to obtain! I highly recommend Mr. Ray!"
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have Known Fred Ray for over 10 years and have personally seen his tenaciousness in fighting for his clients. I have referred many of my clients to him and they have been extremely satisfied with his ethical and vigorous defense. He is the premiere licensing attorney in California."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. If you have a professional licensing problem, he is the ONLY ONE to call. Mr. Ray is the premier professional license expert in the state of California. Our firm sends all of our licensing cases to Mr. Ray."
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Experience
Honors
2015
A+, BBB
2013
Client's Choice, Avvo
2012
Client's Choice, Avvo
2005
Spark Plug Award, Newport-Irvine Rotary Club
1993
American Jurisprudence Award, Southwestern University School of Law
1992
American Jurisprudence Award, Southwestern University School of Law
1986
Ambassadorial Graduate Scholarship, Rotary Foundation
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Senior Partner, Ray & Bishop, Professional Law Corporation
1995 - 1999
Associate, Wallin & Klarich
1988 - 1989
Portfolio Management Staff, Nomura Group, Japan Associated Fiance, Tokyo, Japan
Associations
2016 - Present
American Health Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Newport Harbor Bar AssociationMember
2013 - Present
California Society for Healthcare AttorneysAttorney Member
2012 - Present
California Academy of Attorneys for Health Care ProfessionalsAttorney Member
2012 - Present
California Professional License Defense AttorneysMember
2011 - Present
North Orange County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
1995 - Present
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
Sample of Legal Cases
writ granted
Case Settled; Revoked License Reinstated
Full Unrestricted License Reinstated
License Placed on Probation
Education
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
1986
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1984
Speaking Engagements
2018
2017
2017
2015
2015
2013
2012
Professional Licensing for Criminal Defense Attorneys
2009
2008
Publications
2010
Languages
Japanese
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Can California BON (registered nurse state licensing board) see a sealed juvenile record?
13 May 2012
Will a federal tax lien of $11,000 against my home effect my real estate license
11 May 2012
After being denied a LVN license, will i need to retake the nclex exam?
25 Feb 2012