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

31 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Harold | October 12, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

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 Michelle | July 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommend

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

Posted by anonymous | December 28, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Serious Felony Dismissed

Attorney Ray Hayes, is an exceptional attorney, who does exactly what he says, he will try to do. He returns phone calls, and he is a good Christian man that cares about his clients. He goes above and beyond the call of duty, charges a very reasonable fee, and does not nickel and dime you. I regret t...hat I could only put five stars for him because in reality I would give him 5,000 stars. I was charged with Assault With A Deadly Weapon With Intent To Kill. He got my case dismissed by the state two months before my court date proving I acted in self-defense. I am a former paralegal and have worked with several different attorneys and at the Forsyth county Courthouse . He is by far the best attorney I have ever dealt with, and I highly recommend him. He is someone you can truly trust in your time of need. I hope and pray I never need another defense attorney, but if I do, I will definitely go to him. He is the absolute best!

Posted by Patrick | December 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Look no further, hire Ray Hayes !!

Ray Hayes did an amazing job representing me in several different cases. He worked well with the district attorney's office in ensuring I was able to get the best deal possible as opposed to trying to go to trial and beat 4 separate charges which would have been extremely difficult in convincing a ju...ry I was innocent of all 4 charges. He was able to go to trial and win in another case for me as well as allowing me to walk out of court on a different occasion when I was facing 3 separate probation charges. Needless to say, if I had hired a different attorney I might not have the freedom to write this review. I would recommend Ray Hayes to anyone who wants an attorney that not only cares about his clients, but has the knowledge and connections to put his clients in the best possible situation possible. I truly believe there is no other attorney that could have put me in a better situation than I currently am. If your looking for an attorney that will do every an anything they can to put you in a better position, I would stop looking at other attorney's and hire Ray Hayes. I hope I never have to hire another attorney again but if something was to come up, I know my only call would be made to Ray Hayes!! An all around job well done. He is a fantastic attorney, and an even better human being. Thanks for everything Ray !!

Posted by Denise | February 21, 2014 | Corporate & Incorporation

Thank You Mr. Hayes, for great service during our time of need.

We have used Ray on several occasions, the most important was during the Incorporation process of my business. He was quick to respond to any questions I had, handled all matters quickly and kept me informed of the process on a regular basis. He helped us on a few other occasions including a guardi...anship matter as well as a tenant eviction. He was compassionate and thorough.

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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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