Admitted to the Illinois bar, 1996. Graduated Joliet Catholic High 1983, Marquette University 1987 (BS business administration), Commissioned Ensign, United States Navy 1987, served 8 years as Surface Warfare Officer, Graduated John Marshall Law School 1995, Third generation lawyer in private practice since 1996, Member Will County Illinois State and American Bar Association, Association of Trial Lawers. Former co-chair of Will County Family Law Committee. 

Ray is a lifelong resident of Will County. Married to wife Wendy with two daughters and resides in Channahon, Il. Practice limited to Family Law and mediation.