Mark Lowell Hayes

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Mark Lowell Hayes

5.0
Rating: 8.8

Licensed for 17 years

Appeals Lawyer at Durham, NC
Practice Areas: Appeals

732 Ninth St., #571, Durham, NC

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About Mark

Biography

Affordable representation at every level, including to the U.S. Supreme Court.

State-wide practice. Substantive areas range from criminal matters to business disputes.

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Appeals 100%

Exclusive appeals practice. Mark L. Hayes represents appellants and appellees throughout North Carolina, since appeals are handled centrally in Raleigh (for State appeals) and Richmond (for Federal appeals).

15 years | 300 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 225-300 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018

Licenses

Licensed in North Carolina for 17 years

State: North Carolina

Acquired: 2008

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Mark Hayes

732 Ninth St., #571, Durham, NC, 27705

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Mark Lowell Hayes's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

10 Client Reviews

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Posted by Richard | September 24, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Highly recommend Mr. Mark Hayes Appeals Lawyer of Hayes Law Offices, PLLC.

Mr. Mark Hayes was hired to Appeal a child custody case in Onslow County. His service has been nothing short of exceptional. Very professional in both verbal and written communication with responses to questions answered directly and in a timely manor. He keep us well informed of the steps of the pro...cess and the progress of the Appeal up to date at all times. His rate was fair and within the confines of the agreed upon amount from the initial consolation.

Posted by Samuel | April 10, 2020 | Appeals

Mr. Hayes handled my case properly and it was overturned.

Mr. Hayes was very professional from day one. He contacted me through letters every few months. He responded to me when I would ask questions he kept me up to date on every detail of my case and even sent copies of the briefs for me to go over. At the end of the day he gave his all and my case was ov...erturned im thankful.

Mark Hayes

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While our practice and shifted to include more civil cases in recent years, we still have a substantial practice in criminal appeals like this one. We were glad to win some relief for you!

Posted by Helen | October 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Outstanding Lawyer

I obtained Mr Hayes, for a family member. From the beginning he has been open and honest about the case, even breaking down the ins and outs of the appeal. He communicated his needs and allowed for our needs to be heard. My brothers case was something that weighed extremely heavy on my heart and Mr H...ayes lifted that weight. I have no regrets hiring him. A lot of lawyers wouldn't even give the time to discuss my brothers case, or couldn't take the time to answer my questions. Not Mr Hayes, he was professional and knowledgeable and he does exactly what he says he will do. His hardwork paid off, WE WON! My brother was facing a lifetime imprisoned and I dont know about you, but I couldn't bare the thought of never being able to see him outside of prison for the rest of my life. This was the best thing I could of done to support my family member on their journey towards freedom. I promise, you will have no regrets letting Mr Hayes put the work in for you or your family.

Posted by Michael | August 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Appeal and Cross Appeal

Mark was timely on all filings. Maintained good communication with me. After reading the briefs, I found that they were very well written. I knew I had hired the right attorney.

Posted by Andre | August 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

You cant get better

Mark has been instrumental in helping me in a very difficult and unfair divorce. He save me over $200,000. Need i say more. In addition Mark is so personal and caring and his fees are very reasonable. Mark is not your traditional Lawyer (and i have had many that take you money and do nothing for yo...u). Mark is diligent and effective. If you have any legal issue Mark is the person to go to. Thank you Mark for all your help Regards Andre

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Joseph Hjelt

Appeals lawyer | Apr 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mark is an excellent appellate lawyer and I am happy to recommend him to anyone in need of advice, assistance, hand-holding, etc. in the area of appellate law. Mark's help and work on a recent appeal was instrumental in maximizing the chances of the positive outcome we eventually obtained for our case and my client. Bottom line: Mark is a joy to collaborate with and an appellate law whiz."

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Adam Gottsegen

Appeals lawyer | Aug 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I had the opportunity to work with Mark on a case for a mutual client. Mark was extremely thorough and knowledgeable about the appellate process. Mark reviewed the case with a fresh perspective and brought new insight that was extremely helpful. I would definitely recommend Mark for any appellate issues."

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Commercial real estate lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.8 (Excellent)

Honors

2022

15th Anniversary, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

10th Anniversary, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

Honors graduate, University of North Carolina School of Law

2007

“Best Overall” Gressman-Pollit Advocate Award, University of North Carolina School of Law

1998

Magna Cum Laude graduate, Vanderbilt University

Work Experience

2012 - 2018

Professor (Summer Terms, 2012 & 2018, Adjunct), University Of North Carolina School Of Law

2011 - 2018

Owner, Law Office of Mark Hayes

2008 - 2010

Clerk to Chief Justice Sarah Parker, N.C. Supreme Court

2008 - 2010

Instructor, University Of North Carolina School Of Law

Associations

2012 - Present

Durham County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

North Carolina Court of Appeals: Dalton v. Dalton (2018)

Order which required client to pay over $70,000 to his former spouse was vacated.

Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals: Woods v. City of Greensboro (2017)

Client's case, which had been dismissed, was reinstated.

U.S. Supreme Court: Grady v. United States (2015)

State's monitoring program was made subject to constitutional review.

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Education

2008

University of North Carolina School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Auburn University

M.Ed.

1998

Vanderbilt University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

DCWA Meeting

Grady v. North Carolina: A U.S. Supreme Court Case Study

Publications

2017

The Advocate Three Easy Steps To Starting An Appeal The Right Way

2015

Carolina Law Alumni Receive Unanimous Decision From Supreme Court In GPS Tracking Case

2013

North Carolina Lawyer Pro Bono, Internship Work Well Together

Languages

English

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