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
Defense of physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals, appeals of denials of their license applications, representation before boards and agencies regarding certifications, licenses and permits.
17 years
We defend California state professional licenses, appeal the denial of California slate license application, we file writs of administrative mandamus and take appeals to the court of appeal. We petition for reinstatement of lost licenses and petition for reconsideration of adverse decisions. We are California's premier license law firm, offering comprehensive license law for California state licensed occupations. We represent physicians, nurses, brokers, therapists, engineers and architects.
28 years
Representation of brokers, associated persons, real estate brokers, real estate salespeople, California finance lender license holders, deferred deposit lenders, CPAs, and other financial industry individuals and entities.
20 years
Defense of insurance brokers, insurance adjusters, bail agents, and other Department of Insurance licensees, appeals of denials of their license applications, representation in investigations.
17 years
Advocacy before government agencies regarding compliance and enforcement.
28 years
Languages spoken
Japanese
Ray & Bishop, Professional Law Corporation
4100 Newport Place Drive
Suite 670
Newport Beach, CA, 92660
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 1993 | 02/07/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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A+ | BBB | 2015 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2013 |
Client's Choice | Avvo | 2012 |
Spark Plug Award | Newport-Irvine Rotary Club | 2005 |
American Jurisprudence Award | Southwestern University School of Law | 1993 |
American Jurisprudence Award | Southwestern University School of Law | 1992 |
Ambassadorial Graduate Scholarship | Rotary Foundation | 1986 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Senior Partner | Ray & Bishop, Professional Law Corporation | 1999 - Present |
Associate | Wallin & Klarich | 1995 - 1999 |
Portfolio Management Staff | Nomura Group, Japan Associated Fiance, Tokyo, Japan | 1988 - 1989 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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American Health Lawyers Association | Member | 2016 - Present |
Newport Harbor Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
California Society for Healthcare Attorneys | Attorney Member | 2013 - Present |
California Academy of Attorneys for Health Care Professionals | Attorney Member | 2012 - Present |
California Professional License Defense Attorneys | Member | 2012 - Present |
North Orange County Bar Association | Attorney Member | 2011 - Present |
Orange County Bar Association | Member | 1995 - Present |
State Bar of California | Member | 1993 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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California Drunk Driving Law | Professional Licenses (contributor) | 2010 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Southwestern University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1993 |
Curtin University, Perth, Western Australia | 1987 | |
University of Illinois | BA - Bachelor of Arts | 1986 |
Nanzan University, Nagoya, Japan | 1984 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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CAAHCP 2018 Winter Conference | Medical Board Investigations | 2018 |
CalCPA Fall Series | CPA Practice Protection | 2017 |
West Orange County Bar Association August 2017 Meeting | How to Advise Criminal Defendants with Professional Licenses | 2017 |
OCCDBA | Professional License Law for Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2017 |
NOCBA Meeting | Professional License Law for Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2015 |
Newport Harbor Bar Association | California Professional License Law, A Primer for Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2015 |
Newport Harbor Bar Association | Professional Licensing | 2013 |
WOCBAR monthly meeting | Professional Licensing for Criminal Defense Attorneys | 2012 |
Western States Conference | Surviving in CA's Regulatory Environment | 2009 |
Western States Conference | CDDTL Compliance Seminar | 2008 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Naidu v. Superior Court | writ granted |
MW v. Department of Real Estate | Case Settled; Revoked License Reinstated |
DA v. Department of Insurance | Full Unrestricted License Reinstated |
Medical Board v. P.M. | License Placed on Probation |
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Christine McCall, Administrative law Attorney on Feb 8, 2011
Relationship: Other
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.
Adam Slote, Administrative law Attorney on Mar 22, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Christopher Carr, Unknown Attorney on Dec 4, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Joel Bailey, Administrative law Attorney on Feb 5, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Ray has successfully advised several of my clients regarding their professional licensure, and I continue to hear rave reviews of his representation.
Christian Lassen, Unknown Attorney on Nov 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community.
Jacqueline Goodman, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 22, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Fred is a professional, through and through, and the respect this has earned him certainly benefits his clients.
Robert Mansour, Ethics and professional responsibility Attorney on Aug 6, 2012
Relationship: Friend
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!
Marc Mitzner, Administrative law Attorney on May 17, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Adam Slote, Administrative law Attorney on Mar 22, 2012
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Tracy Reinmiller, Administrative law Attorney on Feb 6, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Joseph Higuera, Ethics and professional responsibility Attorney on Feb 5, 2012
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.
Joseph Ostrowski, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 17, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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
Christine Kingston, Ethics and professional responsibility Attorney on Sep 13, 2011
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.
John Greifendorff, Licensing Attorney on Aug 27, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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.
Louis Leichter, Administrative law Attorney on May 23, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Christine McCall, Administrative law Attorney on Feb 8, 2011
Relationship: Other
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.
Staycie Sena, Licensing Attorney on Jan 12, 2011
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Jeffrey Kent, Ethics and professional responsibility Attorney on Dec 30, 2010
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!
Marc Gibbons, Licensing Attorney on Aug 9, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
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.
Danielle Gibbons, Administrative law Attorney on Jul 8, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
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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