Ronald W. Hayward

Ronald W. Hayward

3.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 51 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Pittsburgh, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Federal Crime, DUI & DWI

429 Forbes Avenue, Suite 1310, Pittsburgh, PA

About Ronald

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 51 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1974

Administrative Suspension

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of David S. Shrager

429 Forbes Avenue, Suite 1310, Pittsburgh, PA, 15219-1638

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Ronald W. Hayward's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

3.0 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

5 star (2)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (2)

Posted by Lance | January 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Represented an impersonator, did not check their indentification and I was charged with their crime on my record

This dude allowed an impersonator to use my name, and in the same case packet represented the impersonator using his own name and a charge falls on my then clean slate probation and his negligence and unprofessional cost me 4yrs of my life in prison ... I can prove without doubt this clerical error... belongs to another defendant.. I lost my jobs, employment opportunities ruined, my child taken from me . Because this man willingly participated in fraud!

Posted by anonymous | April 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Seemed unprepared

Mr. Haywood was unprepared and because of that I lost my case and it ruined my life. He sat in court and didn't present the evidence that could of won me my case. He took $7,ooo and did little to help me. I would never suggest for anyone to hire this man.

Posted by JD | October 19, 2014

Trustworthy and Dependable Lawyer

I hired Ron for a drug charge while on probation. I've hired lawyers in the past, and have to say that some of them don;t pay attention to your case until the last minute. I was really happy with Ron because he was always willing to meet with me and discuss my case ahead of time. I was confident g...oing into court, and Ron did a wonderful job. Thanks again Ron.

Posted by Burt | August 3, 2010

Got my case dismissed... Great lawyer

I had several charges, but Mr. Hayward managed to get the case dismissed. I'd definitely go to him again!

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Ronald W. Hayward's Lawyer Endorsements

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Jason Karavias

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Samir Sarna

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ron is a class act and fights hard to achieve the best results for all of his clients. Ron is one of the best attorneys in Pittsburgh for both, Federal and State Criminal matters."

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Matthew McClenahen

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Gary Gerson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ron is a zealous advocate for his clients and an asset to the legal community."

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Gary Gerstenfield

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse Ron for his exceptional work in criminal defense and federal criminal defense."

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Thomas Pavlinic

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I've worked with Ron in Pittsburgh, and can say that he is a very bright and intelligent defense attorney. I would not hesitate to refer prospective clients to him."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ronald. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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David Shrager

Federal crime lawyer | Jul 31

Relationship: Co-worker

"Ron is a cherished asset of my defense team, and is top-notch in state and federal criminal law."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2014

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

BV rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

Top 100 Criminal Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Criminal Defense Attorney, Law Offices of David S. Shrager

1990 - 1995

Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida, United States Dept. of Justice

1975 - 1990

Federal Prosecutor, United States Dept. of Justice

Associations

1976 - Present

Washington County Bar Association

Member

1976 - Present

Allegheny County Bar Association

Member

1976 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Plea to Summary Offense

Plea to Summary Offense

All Charges Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

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Education

1975

Georgetown University Law Center

LL.M - Master of Laws

1974

Duquesne University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1970

Duquesne University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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