Raymond Allen Hayes II

Raymond Allen Hayes II

also known as RayHayesLaw

4.9
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 21 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Lexington, NC
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Personal Injury

227 N Talbert Blvd, Lexington, NC

About Raymond

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 70%

When you make a one-time mistake or get charged for something someone else did it can be very scary to try to find criminal defense counsel. We understand that this can be a stressful time and will work hard to get a dismissal, discharge, acquittal or other favorable resolution to your criminal charge. Defense of criminal charges is an area of law where it is critical to know your rights. We can help. CONTACT a defense lawer at our Mooresville NC Office today.

21 years

70%
Personal Injury 30%

If you've been in a car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, boat accident, or other automobile or vehicle accident and suffered injuries or if you have been injured by the medical malpractice or doctor's mistake or nurse's error / abuse / neglect, you may be entitled to significant compensation for those personal injuries. Don't take less that what you are entitled. We have experienced personal injury attorneys, medical malpractice lawyers and accident attorneys.

21 years

30%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 21 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2004

Active

No misconduct found

Location

RayHayesLaw

227 N Talbert Blvd, Lexington, NC, 27292

RayHayesLaw

116 S. Main Street, Ste. 105, Mooresville, NC, 28115

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Raymond Allen Hayes II's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

28 Client Reviews

5 star (27)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
2 star (0)
1 star (1)

Posted by Leeshawn | January 16, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The greatest lawyer I've ever had

Best lawyer in the world had some serious drug charges he took care of it in one day got it dismissed and got my life back if you need someone who is really going to go to bat for you and home run it every time make sure you hire ray hayes I can't say enough great things about him

Posted by Harold | October 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceeding my expectations!

Attorney Ray Hayes was empathetic and professional, patiently explaining the complex legal process and keeping me updated at every step. He secured a favorable settlement for my case, and I highly recommend him to anyone needing a top-notch legal advocate. For Ray 5 stars is just not enough.

Posted by Ronnie | October 8, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lawyer counsel.

Ray, was very professional and prompt on my case. I would recommend him to anyone who would need a legal counsel. Ray is your lawyer.

Posted by Bobby | October 7, 2025 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Recommendation!

Loved how quickly and responsively he was , he handled my case very professionally would recommend him highly! Ty Mr.Hayes

Posted by Michelle | July 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Recommend

Great assistance!! Very helpful and caring!! Made the process move smoothly.

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2019

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1999

Deans List, UNC Chapel Hill

Work Experience

2005 - Present

Attorney, Ray A Hayes II PA, Attorney at Law

2004 - 2005

Attorney, John F. Hanzel PA

Associations

2004 - Present

NC State Bar

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v Washington

Acquitted on DWI at Trial, pled NOL, GU on speed & tag

State v Dawkins

Dismissed by DA

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Education

2002

New York Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Gun Trusts

Gun Trusts

Publications

2002

New York Law School Journal of Human Rights Balancing Victims' Rights and Probative Value with the Fourth Amendment Right to Security in the Exclusion of Unlawfully Seized Evidence

Languages

English

Activity

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