William Ray Ford

William Ray Ford is a Clinton, Maryland, attorney who represents individuals, families, and small businesses in criminal defense, debt collection defense, and civil litigation. He helps clients address legal disputes involving large institutions, creditors, government agencies, businesses, and opposing parties. His practice is focused on practical courtroom representation, careful case preparation, and helping clients protect their rights when legal problems create serious financial or personal consequences.

Mr. Ford earned his J.D. from the Catholic University of America School of Law in 1981. He was admitted to practice law in Maryland the same year and has continuously maintained a Maryland law practice since his admission. His legal education and long professional experience support his ability to analyze complex disputes, prepare for trial, evaluate appellate issues, and guide clients through difficult legal matters with practical judgment.

Mr. Ford has participated in well more than one thousand trials during his career. Including settled cases, he has served as counsel in thousands of matters. His experience includes criminal defense, debt collection disputes, property garnishments, civil lawsuits, motions to vacate, administrative hearings, consumer protection matters, breach of contract disputes, injury-related claims, and landlord-tenant disputes. He has also served as lead counsel in dozens of appeals before Maryland and federal appellate courts.

William Ray Ford is recognized for extensive trial and appellate experience developed over more than four decades of practice. He has handled more than a dozen appellate matters that resulted in reported opinions and was named a life member of Kingston’s National Registry of Who’s Who in 2002 for his appellate work. His practice reflects a commitment to helping clients level the playing field in the courtroom and pursue effective legal solutions.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, Law Office of William Ray Ford
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association
• Member, District of Columbia Bar Association

Licensed State

• Maryland
• District of Columbia

Education

• Catholic University of America School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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