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Angela Yavonne Hayden
About Angela
Biography
Angela Hayden is an experienced, results driven, criminal defense attorney with a diverse background.
As a former Assistant Public Defender in Allegheny County, she learned how to effectively maneuver the ins and outs of the criminal justice system. She has successfully tried a variety of cases from the simplest of retail theft to criminal homicide.
Prior to entering the area of criminal defense, Angela worked with both the Pennsylvania and United States House of Representatives, where she became skilled in public policy and political consulting.
Angela also spent time at a civil defense firm traveling across the country defending clients in benzene litigation cases.
Angela is a graduate of Hampton University and University of Dayton School of Law. She is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and the District of Columbia.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
80%
15 years | 1,000 cases
Real Estate
20%
10 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Pennsylvania for 16 years
State: Pennsylvania
Acquired: 2010
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 15 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2011
No misconduct found
Location
Angela Hayden Law PLLC
301 Grant Street, Suite 270, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219
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Posted by anonymous | October 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Absolute Best
Hired Angela for my case. She was very knowledgeable and made the process very smooth. I would definitely recommend her.
Posted by Christina | October 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate
Consumate Professional
I contacted Atty. Hayden to handle a deed for me and my husband. She worked quickly and made sure that I was updated throughout the process. She handled the matter with professionalism and made it easy for me to understand. I would definitely hire her again for future legal matters and would recommen...
Angela Yavonne Hayden's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ms. Hayden knows the ins and outs of a criminal case in Allegheny County and beyond. She knows when to fight tenaciously, and when to explore other options. She receives my endorsement without reservation."
Ryan Very
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
The National Black Lawyers Top 100, The National Black Lawyers Association
2020
Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers Invitation, National Trial Lawyers
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Attorney, Angela Hayden Law, PLLC
2016 - 2018
Associate, The Cairone Law Firm PLLC
2013 - 2016
Trial Attorney, Allegheny County Public Defender
Associations
2020 - Present
Allegheny County Bar AssociationMember
2020 - Present
Pittsburgh Black Lawyers AllianceMember
2020 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Possession with Intent to Deliver, Possession, Resisting Arrest
Felony charges dismissed.
Education
N/A
University of Dayton School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Hampton University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
Lifting As We Climb: Cannabis & Expungement
PA Expungement and Pardon Process
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers