Ray joined Chomicki Baril Mah in May 1971 on graduating from the University of Alberta Law School. He articled with the firm, remained as an associate and in 1974 became a partner.

Ray has experience in all levels of the Courts in Alberta and the Yukon including the Supreme Court of Canada. His legal involvement as well included various alternative dispute resolution procedures including mediations, arbitrations and minitrials. He has written numerous articles and lectured on insurance law.

Preferred Areas of Practice

• Insurance coverage issues
• Defence of personal injury claims
• Product liability
• Defamation
• Institutional claims
• Sexual abuse claims
• Errors and omissions/professional liability
• Commercial liability
• Aviation

Background

• University of Ottawa: Bachelor of Arts degree 1966
• University of Alberta: Bachelor of Arts degree 1970
• University of Alberta: Bachelor of Laws Degree 1971
• Year called to the Alberta Bar 1972
• Year of call to the Yukon Bar 1976
• Appointed Queen's Counsel March of 1988

Professional Activities

• Previous sessional lecturer at the University of Alberta Law School - Insurance law
• Member of the Edmonton Bar Association and Canadian Bar Association
• Member of the Defence Research Institute
• Contact with Risk Management Counsel of Canada

Activities

• Ray is married to Eileen and has three children
• His interests include traveling, photography and golf