Born in Berlin (now Marne), Michigan, Raymond received a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Michigan Law School in 1899.

He was in private practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan from 1899 to 1925.

[1] Raymond received a recess appointment from President Calvin Coolidge on May 8, 1925, to the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan, to a new seat authorized by 43 Stat.

He was nominated to the same position by President Coolidge on December 8, 1925.

He was confirmed by the United States Senate on December 18, 1925, and received his commission the same day.