Michael M. Hayes

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Michael M. Hayes

5.0
88 reviews
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Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 44 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Milwaukee, WI
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Car Accidents, Speeding & Traffic Ticket

324 E Wisconsin Ave # 1111, Milwaukee, WI

About Michael

Biography

Defending your past, protecting your future.

Best OWI lawyer in Milwaukee

Michael Hayes goes the extra mile for his clients.

Michael Hayes can get you a fair settlement for your auto accident injury case.

I go to court so you don't have to.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 50%

44 years

50%
Car Accident 20%

44 years

20%
Criminal Defense 20%

44 years

20%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket 10%

44 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2022 2020 2019
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+ 6
Platinum Client Champion
AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 44 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1981

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael M. Hayes

324 E Wisconsin Ave # 1111, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-4309

michaelhayeslaw.com/

Michael M. Hayes's Reviews

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Posted by Jill | September 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Excellent!

I cannot say enough good things about Michael Hayes! Within 24 hours of contacting him he was able to open my son’s case, reduce his points, and avoid having his license suspended. He was clear in explaining what my options were and definitely got the job done! So pleased with his service!

Posted by anonymous | July 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

UNDERAGE DRINKING & OWI

I was driving home drunk and got pulled over by cops because someone called my car in since I wasn't operating well on the high way. I was charged with four tickets. Underage drinking, OWI(.062), open intoxicants, & unsafe lane deviation. Don't know if those are the correct terms, but it was somethin...g along those lines. After calling lawyers in the Milwaukee area for 3 hours..I came across Michael! He told me that if he could not drop my OWI case, I will get a full refund! On top of that, he sounded very confident compared to all the lawyers I have consulted with! He also allowed me to do my payments in installments because I am a college student and do not have the cash upfront which I was and am still extremely thankful for. Michael was able to drop all three of my tickets! I only pleaded no contest to the underage drinking one. I did not have to go to court or anything because Michael did all that for me. He took care of everything that needed to be done. Definitely recommend him!! If I was to get into some kind of traffic problem again...I will definitely hire him again.

Posted by Ashwin | June 02, 2015 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Can't go wrong!

I had a rather unfortunate speeding ticket which was well above normal limits .... Mr Hayes was extremely straight forward which is confidence inspiring as it paints you a realistic picture of your scenario, where you stand and what you can expect . Told me upfront the implication and what was possib...le and the best possible scenario. He went ahead and got the best possible scenario. I strongly recommend Mr Hayes for any traffic related violations.

Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2014

DUI

I spoke to several Attorneys prior to Mr. Hayes. He was always very receptive and kind and answered my calls promptly. He was kind, honest, and provided the necessary information I needed and what to expect from the process. He was also willing to workout a payment plan. Would definitely recommend.

Posted by Rob | October 13, 2014 | DUI & DWI

Highly recommended for OWI

Mike Hayes did a great job for me at trial on the issue of whether my BAC was .15 at the time of my offense in Racine County Circuit Court this month. We met many times prior to the trial to explore all of the possibilities and determine the best course of action. There were many evidence issues th...at Attorney Hayes was able to spring at trial as presented in the legal pleadings addressing intricacies in the evidence. Prior to trial we had thoroughly reviewed all the various scenarios that could occur in court. We were certainly well prepared and we prevailed. The judge granted our motion for a directed verdict at the close of the prosecutor’s case despite the fact that the prosecutor had a state expert at the trial. Mr. Hayes was able to present the case without the considerable expense of having our own expert testify at trial. When we started out Mr. Hayes took the time to understand that avoiding the Ignition Interlock Device requirement was a professional imperative of mine. Mike helped me make the best of a bad situation and when we finished I understood what a fine attorney I had hired.

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Michael M. Hayes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Rock Lee

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I had a client from WI. Mr. Hayes was extremely helpful in regards to how my client’s Indiana DUI conviction would affect his WI license status. I strongly endorse Michael Hayes as someone I would want representing me for any DUI/OWI charge."

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David Winer

Unknown lawyer | Sep 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a fellow attorney with 30 years of practice I have met few lawyers rising to the quality of Michael Hayes. He is always well prepared, upfront and honest. I have referred several cases to Michael and he always achieves exceptional results for his clients. I highly recommend and fully endorse Michael as he is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community by Judges, adversary’s and fellow lawyers."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A legal education at Marquette coupled with 34 years of practicing criminal law is what we refer to as experienced. Michael's knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro Bono contributions here. Clients are the best judge of an attorneys worth and their reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Endorsements from peer attorneys are also outstanding. Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation with him ASAP if you or a loved one has been charged with a crime. If you are lucky he might just agree to represent you."

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Douglas Hoffer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Michael is a well prepared, aggressive, experienced and honest attorney. I have prosecuted a number of cases against Michael, including a DUI case that he was able to persuade me to dismiss. I highly recommend him."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Feb 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Michael. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Nicholas Grode

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer. As a young lawyer in a District Attorney internship I learned much from practicing across from Attorney Hayes. He is knowledgeable, well spoken, and consistently achieves exceptional results for his clients."

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John Dobogai

Speeding and traffic ticket lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. His reputation for tact and skill are rare in this community."

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Andrew Mishlove

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Michael Hayes for many decades as a colleague. In a sense, Michael Hayes may be a competitor of mine, but I am happy to endorse him. I respect a competitor and a colleague who is knowledgable, aggressive and committed to excellence in the defense of his clients. Michael has a track record of decades of outstanding success. I am happy to endorse him."

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Dennis Melowski

Unknown lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is a dedicated, aggressive and effective defense attorney who is well-regarded in our professional community. I wouldn't hesitate to refer him a friend or family member in need of excellent representation."

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Dudley Williams

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Hayes is an aggressive and relentless advocate for his clients. His creativity and knowledge puts him at the cutting edge on legal challenges and defenses. Michael Hayes is one of the best."

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Michael Kopp

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Attorney Hayes for many years and I have always been impressed by the way I have seen him handle DUI cases and the results he has been able to obtain for his clients."

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Christopher Cherella

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hayes has been practicing law for several years. I have seen him in and out of court. He is knowledgeable, effective and cares about his clients."

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Justin Padway

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Winer

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Dobogai

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Dudley Williams

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Barry Cohen

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Dennis Melowski

DUI and DWI lawyer

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John Schiro

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Andrew Mishlove

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2014

AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Wisconsin Super Lawyer, Wisconsin Super Lawyers

2012

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2010

seminar moderator and presenter, State Bar of Wisconsin

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1983 - 2019

President, Hayes & Rothstein S.C.

1981 - 1985

President, Hayes & Oppitz, S.C.

1981 - 1981

Legal Intern, Wisconsin Court Of Appeals

1980 - 1981

Lead Articles Editor, Marquette Law School

Associations

1981 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Attorney Member

Education

1981

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BS - Bachelor of Science

N/A

University of Notre Dame

Speaking Engagements

2019

2019 Lake County Bar Association Annual Meeting

Illinois Residents Arrested for OWI in Wisconsin

2010

Handling OWI Cases in Wisconsin

OWI cases

2010

Handling OWI Cases in Wisconsin

Presenter

Languages

English

Activity

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