Michael Jeffrey Hayes

Michael Jeffrey Hayes

4.8
Rating: 6.2

Licensed for 27 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Columbus, OH
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

901 S High St, Columbus, OH

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013
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About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

OVI; Marijuana Crimes; Drug Crimes; Fraud; Identity Theft; Theft; Criminal Appeals; Probation Violations; Juvenile Defense; Traffic Cases; Assualt; Domestic Violence; Restraining Orders; Firearm Crimes.

21 years

50%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Ohio for 27 years

State: Ohio

Acquired: 1998

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Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2013

Location

Michael J. Hayes, Esq.

901 S High St, Columbus, OH, 43206

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Michael Jeffrey Hayes's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

4 Client Reviews

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

Posted by Jalen | July 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best attorney in the city .

He’s a Great lawyer, he will always show up for you when you need it most .. even when things are impossible he works very well under presser and can make it happen for you .. Seriously, he’s worth every penny .

Posted by Mike | October 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

I highly recommend Mike!

Mike has done an absolutely incredible job with all my cases. You race , gender, or past is NO ISSUE! When it comes to the way he genuinely cares for his clients rights and well being, HE IS THE GUY!!!

Posted by Kalaysha | February 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The perfect attorney for fighting ovi/dui cases

Mike the best hands down !!!! He helps you feel like your not alone, he’s on your side 100% very reasonable attorney that makes you feel very comfortable throughout your case. The best attorney I have ever experienced.

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Willing to go the extra mile!!!

Facing a felony drug possession, he sought out the best plan of action for me to only get charged with a misdemeanor. Great, down to earth attorney who just wants you to be honest so he can help you.

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Experience

Rating:  6.2 (Good)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013.

Placed On Probation issued in OH, 2013

updated on 01/09/2014

Probation means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State monitors the lawyer's activities for a period of time in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.

Suspension For Term issued in OH, 2008

updated on 02/21/2010

Suspended for term means an attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Member, Michael J. Hayes, Esq.

Associations

2017 - Present

Columbus Bar Association

Member

Education

1997

Capital University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1987

Whittenberg University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2017

Driving Intervention Program

OVI and the Law

Languages

English

Activity

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    This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2013
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