Raymond J. "Ray" Dearie
About Raymond J. Dearie
Raymond J. Dearie is a lawyer based in Seattle, WA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Raymond J. Dearie is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Seattle, Washington
- Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
Current Firm: Dearie Law Group PS
Education: The University of Montana, J.D., graduated 1999
Location: Seattle, WA
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