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George S. Ray
Partner
Atlantic Station
201 17th Street NW
Suite 1700
Atlanta, GA 30363
201 17th Street NW
Suite 1700
Atlanta, GA 30363
george.ray@nelsonmullins.com
George focuses his practice on Georgia government relations, state and local administrative law and regulatory proceedings, and business litigation. Representing education, healthcare, nonprofit, and other business entities before the Georgia General Assembly and State agencies, George works with clients to develop and implement strategies at each stage of the legislative and regulatory policy processes. He also...
George focuses his practice on Georgia government relations, state and local administrative law and regulatory proceedings, and business litigation. Representing education, healthcare, nonprofit, and other business entities before the Georgia General Assembly and State agencies, George works with clients to develop and implement strategies at each stage of the legislative and regulatory policy processes. He also helps clients resolve Georgia business, regulatory, and procurement disputes.
helps clients resolve Georgia business, regulatory, and procurement disputes.
Experience
The following is a selected sampling of matters and is provided for informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future matter.
Representative Matters
- Managed legislative agenda and organizational matters for public education client, resulting in achievement of its key funding and policy goals in the Georgia General Assembly including restoration of $166 million in austerity cuts and salary increases for all certified educators.
- Successfully defended client in bid protest and appeal for state contract worth over $30 million through two levels of administrative review and petition for writ of certiorari in Superior Court of Fulton County.
- Developed, implemented, and supervised an electronic discovery project encompassing 1.2 million documents and utilizing targeted review strategies and advanced analytics processes.
Previous Professional Experience
- Summer Associate, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP (2013, 2014)
- Research Assistant, Professor Hillel Levin, University of Georgia School of Law (2013)
- Associate, Government and Community Relations, Georgia Institute of Technology (2009-2012)
- Legal Extern, the Honorable Timothy C. Batten Sr., U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia (2013)
- Legal Intern, Governor Nathan Deal, Office of Executive Counsel (2013)
- Legislative Intern, Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, Georgia General Assembly (2008)
Educational Activities
- University of Georgia School of Law
- Chairman, Student Advisory Council
- Georgia Law Honor Court
Education
-
University of Georgia School of Law,
JD
(2015)
- Kenneth L. Millwood Scholar
- Order of Barristers
- Order of the Coif
- Pupil, Lumpkin Inn of Court
- Winner – Prince Evidence Moot Court Competition
- Georgia Institute of Technology, BS, Management, Public Policy (2009)
Admissions
- Georgia
- Georgia Court of Appeals
- Georgia Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
- U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia
Practice Areas
The following is a selected sampling of matters and is provided for informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future matter.
Representative Matters
- Managed legislative agenda and organizational matters for public education client, resulting in achievement of its key funding and policy goals in the Georgia General Assembly including restoration of $166 million in austerity cuts and salary increases for all certified educators.
- Successfully defended client in bid protest and appeal for state contract worth over $30 million through two levels of administrative review and petition for writ of certiorari in Superior Court of Fulton County.
- Developed, implemented, and supervised an electronic discovery project encompassing 1.2 million documents and utilizing targeted review strategies and advanced analytics processes.
Previous Professional Experience
- Summer Associate, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP (2013, 2014)
- Research Assistant, Professor Hillel Levin, University of Georgia School of Law (2013)
- Associate, Government and Community Relations, Georgia Institute of Technology (2009-2012)
- Legal Extern, the Honorable Timothy C. Batten Sr., U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia (2013)
- Legal Intern, Governor Nathan Deal, Office of Executive Counsel (2013)
- Legislative Intern, Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, Georgia General Assembly (2008)
Educational Activities
- University of Georgia School of Law
- Chairman, Student Advisory Council
- Georgia Law Honor Court
Media
Events / Speaking Engagements
| Effective Advocacy - Turning Passion into Action, 2023 Georgia Cancer Summit, Panelist (Jan. 31, 2023) |
| Best Practices in K-12 Workforce Development, Retention, and Accessing Underemployed Talent, Georgia Chamber of Commerce Fall GAC Meeting, Panelist (Nov. 9, 2022) |
| "Legislative Advocacy," LEAD CTAE, Speaker (February, 2020) |
| "Legislative Advocacy," Georgia School Counselor Association, Speaker (November, 2019) |
| "Lobbying and the Legislative Process," University of Georgia School of Law, Speaker (October 2019) |
News
Alerts
| Gold Dome Report – Legislative Day 2, Gold Dome, Author (Jan. 12, 2022) |
| Gold Dome Report — 2021 Legislative Session, Gold Dome, Co-Author (June 30, 2021) |
| Gold Dome Report - 2020 Legislative Session, Gold Dome, Co-Author (August 2020) |
| Essential Businesses, Operations, and Activities Under Georgia’s Shelter in Place Order, Additional Nelson Mullins Alerts, Co-Author (April 3, 2020) |
Recognitions
The bar rules of some states require that the standards for an attorney's inclusion in certain public accolades or recognitions be provided. When such accolades or recognitions are listed, a hyperlink is provided that leads to a description of the respective selection methodology.
- Georgia Trend, 40 Under 40 List (2024)
- Georgia Super Lawyers Rising Star, Legal and Government Affairs (2024)
- JAMES Magazine Top 100 Registered Georgia Lobbyists, Top Lobbyist (2023, 2024)
- Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Government Relations: State and Local – Nationwide (2023, 2024)
- The Best Lawyers in America® Ones to Watch, Government Relations Practice (2024)
Community
- Vice Chair, Education & Workforce Subcommittee - Georgia Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Council
- Young Alumni Committee, University of Georgia Law School Alumni Association Council
- Regional Committee Chairman, Georgia Tech President's Scholarship Program
- Volunteer, Georgia Justice Project
- Volunteer, Atlanta Track Club
George focuses his practice on Georgia government relations, state and local administrative law and regulatory proceedings, and business litigation. Representing education, healthcare, nonprofit, and other business entities before the Georgia General Assembly and State agencies, George works with clients to develop and implement strategies at each stage of the legislative and regulatory policy processes. He also... helps clients resolve Georgia business, regulatory, and procurement disputes.
Experience
The following is a selected sampling of matters and is provided for informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future matter.Representative Matters
- Managed legislative agenda and organizational matters for public education client, resulting in achievement of its key funding and policy goals in the Georgia General Assembly including restoration of $166 million in austerity cuts and salary increases for all certified educators.
- Successfully defended client in bid protest and appeal for state contract worth over $30 million through two levels of administrative review and petition for writ of certiorari in Superior Court of Fulton County.
- Developed, implemented, and supervised an electronic discovery project encompassing 1.2 million documents and utilizing targeted review strategies and advanced analytics processes.
Previous Professional Experience
- Summer Associate, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP (2013, 2014)
- Research Assistant, Professor Hillel Levin, University of Georgia School of Law (2013)
- Associate, Government and Community Relations, Georgia Institute of Technology (2009-2012)
- Legal Extern, the Honorable Timothy C. Batten Sr., U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia (2013)
- Legal Intern, Governor Nathan Deal, Office of Executive Counsel (2013)
- Legislative Intern, Speaker of the Georgia House of Representatives, Georgia General Assembly (2008)
Educational Activities
- University of Georgia School of Law
- Chairman, Student Advisory Council
- Georgia Law Honor Court
Education
-
University of Georgia School of Law,
JD
(2015)
- Kenneth L. Millwood Scholar
- Order of Barristers
- Order of the Coif
- Pupil, Lumpkin Inn of Court
- Winner – Prince Evidence Moot Court Competition
- Georgia Institute of Technology, BS, Management, Public Policy (2009)
Admissions
- Georgia
- Georgia Court of Appeals
- Georgia Supreme Court
- U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
- U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Georgia
Practice Areas
- Advertising, Marketing, Sponsorship & Promotions
- Litigation
- State & Local Government Relations E-Discovery - Encompass
- E-Discovery & Information Governance
Industries
Events /
Speaking Engagements
Speaking Engagements
| Effective Advocacy - Turning Passion into Action, 2023 Georgia Cancer Summit, Panelist (Jan. 31, 2023) |
| Best Practices in K-12 Workforce Development, Retention, and Accessing Underemployed Talent, Georgia Chamber of Commerce Fall GAC Meeting, Panelist (Nov. 9, 2022) |
| "Legislative Advocacy," LEAD CTAE, Speaker (February, 2020) |
| "Legislative Advocacy," Georgia School Counselor Association, Speaker (November, 2019) |
| "Lobbying and the Legislative Process," University of Georgia School of Law, Speaker (October 2019) |
News
Alerts
| Gold Dome Report – Legislative Day 2, Gold Dome, Author (Jan. 12, 2022) |
| Gold Dome Report — 2021 Legislative Session, Gold Dome, Co-Author (June 30, 2021) |
| Gold Dome Report - 2020 Legislative Session, Gold Dome, Co-Author (August 2020) |
| Essential Businesses, Operations, and Activities Under Georgia’s Shelter in Place Order, Additional Nelson Mullins Alerts, Co-Author (April 3, 2020) |
The bar rules of some states require that the standards for an attorney's inclusion in certain public accolades or recognitions be provided. When such accolades or recognitions are listed, a hyperlink is provided that leads to a description of the respective selection methodology.
- Georgia Trend, 40 Under 40 List (2024)
- Georgia Super Lawyers Rising Star, Legal and Government Affairs (2024)
- JAMES Magazine Top 100 Registered Georgia Lobbyists, Top Lobbyist (2023, 2024)
- Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business, Government Relations: State and Local – Nationwide (2023, 2024)
- The Best Lawyers in America® Ones to Watch, Government Relations Practice (2024)
- Vice Chair, Education & Workforce Subcommittee - Georgia Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs Council
- Young Alumni Committee, University of Georgia Law School Alumni Association Council
- Regional Committee Chairman, Georgia Tech President's Scholarship Program
- Volunteer, Georgia Justice Project
- Volunteer, Atlanta Track Club
Highlights from the Firm’s Insights
Gold Dome Report - Legislative Day 38
March 31, 2025
Old North State Report – March 28, 2025
March 28, 2025
Gold Dome Report - Legislative Day 37
March 28, 2025