Thomas Cecil Wray, M&A Attorney in New York
Over 65 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Retired PartneratDebevoise & Plimpton LLP
New, NY
Practicing m&a in New York since 1961.
- 65+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Thomas Cecil Wray is a retired partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on M&A. Thomas has over 65 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 65 years
- Known for
- M&A
- Handles M&A matters from New York, NY.
- Over 65 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Thomas Cecil Wray: Thomas Cecil Wray is a retired partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on M&A. Thomas has over 65 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Thomas's practice areas in New York
Thomas concentrates on m&a. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
M&A cases in New York
Thomas takes m&a matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Thomas Cecil Wray, m&a attorney serving New York
Thomas Cecil Wray is a retired partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on M&A. Thomas has over 65 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Thomas works from New York and takes on m&a matters across the region.
Thomas Cecil Wray is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1956, and has been licensed for 65 years. Thomas practices at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York, NY.
Working with Thomas on a m&a matter
Thomas Cecil Wray is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1956, and has been licensed for 65 years. Thomas practices at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York, NY.
Who Thomas represents
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for m&a matters across New York.
Credentials
Credentials — where Thomas studied and practices
Yale Law School
LL.B. · 1959
Vanderbilt University
B.A. · 1956
Jurisdictions
Thomas's state bar admissions
New York
1961 · ACTIVE
Thomas studied at LL.B. in Yale Law School and B.A. in Vanderbilt University.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed LL.B. in Yale Law School and B.A. in Vanderbilt University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Thomas's legal honors and published work
Thomas has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Thomas's professional memberships and bar associations
of the American Bar Foundation. He has been an Adjunct Professor at New York Law School, teaching Mergers and Acquisitions. He was a founder, and later President, of the American College of Investment Counsel, an organization of lawyers engaged in major i
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Locations
Thomas Cecil Wray's office in New York
Thomas's primary office is at 919 Third Avenue, New York, NY, 10022. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Thomas Cecil Wray — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Thomas. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing m&a attorneys in New York.
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1 client review
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How to hire Thomas Cecil Wray — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new m&a attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a m&a attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many m&a 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 Thomas
Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in m&a practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every m&a 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many m&a practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas Cecil Wray
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a m&a case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some m&a attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do m&a cases in New York typically take?
Simple m&a 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside New York?
Thomas is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new m&a clients right now?
Thomas'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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