About
The Ray Law Firm
Subrogation, Construction, and Commercial Litigation.
Who We Represent
The Ray Law Firm, LLC focuses on a variety of commercial cases including subrogation, construction matters, and other business-related disputes.
The firm represents insurance carriers in all phases of subrogation including initial scene examination, identifying, and securing critical evidence, coordination and supervision of expert witnesses, and litigation of claims through recovery.
The firm also regularly represents clients in all aspects of the construction industry including general contractors, subcontractors and owners in construction defect, payment issues and other construction related matters.
Meet Keith Ray
I started my career at a small firm in Dallas, Texas handling commercial cases primarily involving construction, aviation and real estate issues. Since returning to Colorado in 2000, my focus has been on large property subrogation, construction and other commercial cases.
In 2005, I was one of five founding attorneys to open the Denver office of the national law firm of Lathrop & Gage LLP.
Then, in August of 2016, I opened The Ray Law Firm, LLC to bring the same level of commitment and expertise to clients in a more economical platform.
I have over 25 years of experience litigating complex commercial cases including subrogation, insurance coverage, construction, and various contract disputes; plus extensive experience managing a diverse caseload of litigation in federal and state courts throughout the United States.
With a proven track record of obtaining successful results for clients ranging from individuals to large insurance companies, I look forward to discussing your case.
Keith Ray
Denver based Attorney handling Subrogation, Construction, and Commercial Litigation cases.
Full Keith Ray Profile
Growing up an Air Force brat allowed me the opportunity to live in multiple states and in England before graduating high school in Colorado. That exposed me to different cultures and ways of seeing and understanding things.
I went to Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado where I studied political science and was a member of the cross-country team. By the time I graduated from college, the Air Force brat in me was ready for another change of scenery, so I moved to Dallas, Texas to attend law school at SMU.
After graduating from law school, I started my career at a small law firm in Dallas handling commercial cases primarily involving construction, aviation and real estate issues. I also met my wife in Dallas and started a family.
I returned to Colorado in 2000 to work for the local office of Baker & Hostetler, LLP, a large, national law firm where my practice focused on subrogation, construction, and other commercial cases. Additionally, I was a Deputy Town Attorney for the Town of Bow Mar where I tried numerous traffic and other municipal court cases.
In 2005, I was one of five founding attorneys to open the Denver office of Lathrop & Gage LLP, now known as Lathrop GPM.
Then, in August of 2016, I left the big law firm world to open The Ray Law Firm, LLC where I continue to bring the same level of commitment and expertise to clients in a more economical platform and without the stringent requirements of a large firm that limit the types of clients and cases I can take on.
I have over 25 years of experience litigating complex commercial cases including a variety of subrogation, insurance coverage, construction, and other business-related disputes. I have extensive experience managing a diverse caseload in both federal and state courts across the country. I have a proven track record of obtaining successful results for clients of all sizes.
I enjoy helping people and businesses navigate the turmoil of legal and business disputes with other parties. As a small business owner myself, I understand the challenges faced by other small business owners and the importance of swift and economical resolutions for disputes which divert attention from the day to day business operations.
In addition to handling legal matters for clients, I have prepared and presented on legal topics including construction defects, contract provisions and interpretation and various issues concerning property subrogation, amongst others. I also have served, and continue to serve, on the board of directors of multiple local charitable organizations.
Education, Bar Admissions, and more
Education
- Southern Methodist University School of Law, J.D., 1994
- Fort Lewis College, B.A., 1991
Bar Admissions
- Colorado 2000
- Texas 1994
- U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Fifth, Seventh, Eighth and Tenth Circuits
- U.S. District Courts for the Districts of Colorado, Nebraska, Eastern, Northern and Western Districts of Texas, and the Eastern District of Wisconsin
Professional Affiliations
- National Association of Subrogation Professionals (2005 to Present)
- Hispanic Contractors of Colorado (HCC) Board of Directors (2020 to Present)
- HCC Contractor Academy Board of Directors (2020 to Present)
- Sites and Insights Board of Directors (2017 to Present)
- Fort Lewis College Alumni Assoc. Board of Directors (2012 to 2015)
- Colorado Lawyers for the Arts Board of Directors (2004 to 2006)
Publications
An Analysis of the Architectural Works Copyright Protection Act of 1990
15 CONSTRUCTION LAWYER 23 (April, 1995).
ERISMAN’S REVERSIBLE ERRORS IN CALIFORNIA CRIMINAL CASES
(GREGORY C. PARASKOU ed., Knowles Publishing, Inc.1993). Contributing Author (1993); Author of first and second supplements (1995 and 1996)
Presentations
- Taking the Mystery Out of Contracts: Know What You ‘re Signing, 2023
- Managing Your Risk Profile – Contract Terms Conditions & People Practices, 2023
- Contract Review, 2021
- Contract and Small Business Issues Arising Out of COVID-19, 2020
- Comparing Standardized Construction Documents, 2019
- Construction Defect Liability Theories and Potential Defendants, 2018 and 2023
- Subrogation Arising from the Installation, Inspection, and Cleaning of Chimneys, Fireplaces, and Wood-Burning Appliances, 2017 and 2018
- How to be an Effective Witness, 2013
- Interviews, Deception & Depositions, 2011
- Fire Investigations for Adjusters & Subrogation Claims, 2010
- Insurance Subrogation: Getting the Money Back, 2007 and 2016
- Practical and Legal Issues in Preparing a Successful Subrogation Case, 2006
“We hired Keith Ray when dealing with a litigious contractor and Keith was incredibly helpful throughout the process. He educated us on legal rights and topics that are not general knowledge. Keith was understanding and answered our questions without judgement. We recommend him for anyone who needs assistance with any legal adversity. We ended up in a much better place after working with him.”
- Elaine M.
Keith is amazing! We have hired him for a variety of business needs. He always gives his honest opinion but also listens to your concerns and acknowledges them. He has a very calm demeanor in very stressful situations. We will definitely continue to hire him in the future. Definitely someone you want you want in your corner.
- Maddie J.
I would like to say Ray Keith did a terrific job in helping me win my case. Without his expertise I feel Iwould have never won the case and judgement. I am totally grateful Ray Keith was there for me.
- Linda M.
Keith Ray has been my attorney since around 2001 for business and personal matters. I find him to be very knowledgeable, honest and ethical. He represented my interests professionally at all times. He, also, listens completely to his client when it is sometimes hard for a client to communicate the issues and facts in a language that lawyers understand.
- Dean P.
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