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About Charles
Biography
A native of Northern Indiana, Charles graduated from the University of Notre Dame in 2000 with a bachelor's degree in accounting. In the fall of 2000, he matriculated at the Indiana University, Bloomington Maurer School of Law, and graduated from the University in May of 2003.
Following law school, Charles spent seven (7) years as an attorney with the Marion County Public Defender Agency, the last five (5) of which were spent exclusively handling major felony cases. During his time as a Public Defender, he litigated dozens of jury trials from a wide array of charges including murder, sex offenses, and high level drug offenses.
Charles joined Sweeney Law as an associate in April of 2011 before becoming a partner in Sweeney Hayes LLC in January of 2014. Since, joining Sweeney Law, Charles has continued actively trying jury trials in federal and state courts throughout Indiana.
Charles has secured not guilty verdicts from juries on major felony charges such as attempted murder, rape, molestation, robbery, and drug dealing, he has also achieved acquittals on less severe charges such as theft and possession of narcotics.
In August of 2013, Charles received a jury verdict in excess of $250, in a civil jury trial in Hendricks County, Indiana.
Charles is a graduate of the inaugural National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer's (NACDL) White Collar College at Stetson University in the spring of 2012; as well as the Indiana Public Defender Council Trial Institute.
Charles is licensed to practice law in any county in the State of Indiana, as well as the United States District courts of Northern and Southern Indiana.
Indianapolis lawyer Charles Hayes, defends clients statewide charged with fraud, homicide, all sex offenses, child internet pornography, rape and drug offenses among others, in the Indiana federal courts and in the communities of Westfield, Carmel, Fishers, Greenwood, Avon, and Danville, IN among others. He also represents clients with claims for unpaid wages, personal injury, business disputes, sexual harassment, race discrimination, qui tam (whistleblower) claims, and police abuse.
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Licensed in Indiana for 22 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2003
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 20 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 2005
No misconduct found
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Hayes Ruemmele LLC
141 E Washington St Ste 225, Indianapolis, IN, 46204-3606
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Posted by Michael | June 29, 2016 | Criminal Defense
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I have consulted with Mr. Hayes on a number of criminal defense matters and civil rights cases. Mr. Hayes handles complex criminal matters and provides excellent support to his clients. I would highly recommend him.
Posted by anonymous | May 09, 2016 | Criminal Defense
Excellent criminal law attorney
Chas helped me guide a referral's family through the tricky world of criminal charges. He responded quickly even though my request was made after normal business hours.
Charles Chrystal Hayes's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent attorney. He also develops a sensitive approach to the client's problem. He engages on a personal and a professional level to assure the client understands the process and is ultimately assured that excellent representation was provided."
"Mr. Hayes is a top-notch criminal defense lawyer in the Indianapolis area. Clients are lucky to have a seasoned, detail-oriented advocate like Mr. Hayes on their side."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Charles for 12 years and he is an aggressive and brilliant advocate for his clients."
"I have known and worked with Charles for years. He is very intelligent and dedicated. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is smart, professional, and a pleasure to work with. I would trust him wholeheartedly to defend me or a close family member and have referred many people to him."
"For over a decade, I have had the privilege to observe and work with Charles, and he is without a doubt, one of the finest attorneys in the state of Indiana. In zealously advocating for each client, Charles works tirelessly to fully prepare himself for all aspects of a case and is never outworked by his opposition. Charles demonstrates an uncanny knack of anticipating issues and of pinpointing and exposing the weakness in an argument or opinion. I had the opportunity to work with Charles on several trials and have firsthand knowledge of his outstanding litigation skills. Charles exudes a strong courtroom presence and a tremendous ability to communicate with others in a calm, straightforward, and effective manner. Charles has conducted masterful direct and cross examinations on all types of witnesses and has delivered passionate and persuasive closing arguments. As a zealous advocate and experienced, skilled attorney, Charles is well respected in the legal community."
"Charles is a fierce advocate for his clients and has extensive experience in criminal defense."
"I frequently refer clients to Charles when people I know need a good criminal defense attorney. If I personally ever needed someone to represent me in a criminal case, he would be my first and only call."
"I've known Charles for over a decade. I've consulted with him on numerous cases over the years and have had the opportunity to try cases with him as co-counsel. He is a highly skilled lawyer and will provide an individual with the best possible representation."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hayes is an experienced and skilled trial attorney. I have worked with Mr. Hayes on many cases and have seen him artfully select and argue cases to a jury. He is knowledgeable in all areas of criminal law. In addition to his trial skills, he knows how to to work with prosecutors to negotiate favorable results for his clients. He is smart, easy to work with, and cares about his clients. His years of experience and success in the legal community make him a great choice if one is in need of legal assistance."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is responsive, intelligent, pragmatic, and savvy."
Denise Turner
Criminal defense lawyer
Jane Ruemmele
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2012
White Collar Criminal Defense College, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Partner, Sweeney Hayes LLC
2011 - 2014
Associate, Sweeney Law
2004 - 2011
Deputy Public Defender, Marion County Public Defender Agency
Associations
2015 - Present
Sagamore American Inn of CourtAssociate
Education
2003
Indiana University School of Law, Bloomington
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
University of Notre Dame
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Publications
2017
West Law Journal
State of Indiana v.s Thaker
Languages
English