Randall G. "Randy" Ray, Business Attorney in Dallas, Texas
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Business, M&A, and Real Estate
Dallas, TX
Practicing business in Dallas since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
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Randall G. "Randy" Ray is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, M&A, and Real Estate. Randall has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Munck Wilson Mandala.
- Based in
- Dallas, TEXAS
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Business · M&A · Real Estate
- Handles Business, M&A, and Real Estate matters from Dallas, TEXAS.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).
About Randall G. "Randy" Ray: Randall G. "Randy" Ray is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, M&A, and Real Estate. Randall has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Munck Wilson Mandala.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Randall takes on
Randall concentrates on business, m&a, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Randall handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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M&A
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Real Estate
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Business cases in Dallas, Texas
Randall takes business matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Randall agrees to represent you.
M&A cases in Dallas, Texas
Randall takes m&a matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Randall agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases in Dallas, Texas
Randall takes real estate matters in Dallas, Texas. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Randall agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Randall G. "Randy" Ray — business lawyer in Dallas
Randall G. "Randy" Ray is an attorney based in Dallas, TEXAS. The practice focuses on Business, M&A, and Real Estate. Randall has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Munck Wilson Mandala.
Randall (Randy) G. Ray is a member of MWM’s executive committee and partner in the firm’s corporate law group with more than 37 years of experience. Randy works on corporate and securities matters for a wide variety of clients, including public and private companies, boards of directors, board committees, executive officers, underwriters, private equity firms, and investors.
Randy assists clients with corporate finance through public and private offerings of equity and debt, securities reporting and compliance (including Sarbanes-Oxley compliance), mergers and acquisitions, and executive compensation matters. He also advises companies, boards of directors, board committees, and executive officers on corporate governance and executive compensation matters. Randy’s clients operate in a diverse range of industries, including technology, retail, telecommunications, hospitality, and manufacturing, and range in size from start-ups to large public companies.
Randy’s experience with securities law matters includes private placements, initial public offerings (representing both companies and underwriters), follow-on offerings of equity and debt securities, Rule 144A debt offerings and related exchange offers, tender offers for equity and debt securities, public company mergers and acquisitions, including merger proxies and securities registrations, and SEC reporting and disclosure obligations.
Randall's approach to business cases
Randall (Randy) G. Ray is a member of MWM’s executive committee and partner in the firm’s corporate law group with more than 37 years of experience. Randy works on corporate and securities matters for a wide variety of clients, including public and private companies, boards of directors, board committees, executive officers, underwriters, private equity firms, and investors. Randy assists clients…
Clients Randall works with
Randall reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, m&a, and real estate matters in Dallas and the surrounding Texas area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southern Methodist University
J.D. · 1984
University of Oklahoma
B.A. Political Science · 1981
Jurisdictions
Randall's state bar admissions
Texas
1984 · ACTIVE
Randall studied at J.D. in Southern Methodist University and B.A. Political Science in University of Oklahoma.
Law school and academic background
Randall completed J.D. in Southern Methodist University and B.A. Political Science in University of Oklahoma. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Randall runs in Texas is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Randall has received 11 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Texas Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters 2012-2023
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell
2026
Best Lawyers in America — One of 35 Leadership Dallas Alumni Heroes - 2011
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Phi Beta Kappa - 1981
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leadership Dallas, Dallas Regional Chamber Class of 1999
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026).
Locations
Randall G. "Randy" Ray's office in Dallas
Randall's primary office is at 1900 Texas Capital Center, Dallas, Texas, 75201. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Randall G. "Randy" Ray — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Randall usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Randall charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Randall's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Randall will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Dallas, Texas
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Randall
Randall discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Randall confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Randall's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Randall G. "Randy" Ray
How much does it cost to hire Randall for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Randall walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Randall offer a free consultation?
Randall charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Randall's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Randall's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Texas typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Randall gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Randall take my case if I'm outside Dallas?
Randall is licensed in Texas. Matters governed by Texas law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Randall will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Randall?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Randall will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Randall accepting new business clients right now?
Randall's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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