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 ted | January 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal OWI Dismissed in Milwaukee County

After repeated efforts to get the prosecutor to realize that the case against me had serious evidentiary flaws, Attorney Hayes convinced the prosecutor to dismiss all charges in January 2018. His confidence, professionalism, and communication were all outstanding. Highly recommended.

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 Andrea | September 08, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Amazing Results

I hired Mr. Hayes to help with my probationary licensed daughters speeding ticket. It was a big ticket and was threatening her drivers license. This was the first time my husband and I have had to hire an attorney. I went to the first court date with her alone, we realized this may be beyond us. ...Called Mr. Hayes and he was AMAZING! He took care of court for us. He is smart and easy to talk with. We were so pleased with the outcome. He told us the day we could apply for her regular drivers license so that she was not on a probationary license at the final court date, so no double points. It was a wonderful experience. Thank You Mr. Hayes!

Posted by Healthcare professional | August 03, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

OWI reduced to reckless driving

As a licensed health care professional, I needed to avoid any further negative implications following my arrest for operating under the influence. I used the AVVO site to discuss my options with a number of lawyers. I made the right choice when I hired Michael Hayes who was able to get the OWI ticke...t amended to reckless driving after filing a motion challenging the officer’s right to require me to perform further field sobriety tests after I had successfully recited the alphabet and performed the counting test while seated in my car. This was a legal position that was not discussed by any of the other lawyers I consulted. Michael Hayes did a great job. A grateful professional

Posted by Heidi | July 04, 2017 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Our son's drunken driving charges seemed so hopeless. Mr. Hayes changed that.

We almost threw in the towel when our son blew .09 after being pulled over and arrested one night. Our real estate attorney said he could help us but told us Michael Hayes was the best attorney in the area at working through DUI and underage drinking charges. Thank God we took his advice. Mr. Hayes... eliminated the 55 year penalty that would have been on my son's driving record and carefully dissected what happened with the police and the implied consent law. Our 20-year-old was fortunate and the DUI charges were dropped without ever appearing in court. Equally important, Mr. Hayes really worked with my son to make sure he understands how terrible the penalties can be when you don't take responsibility for getting in that car after a few drinks -- without making him feel more ashamed and like a hopeless criminal. We're so relieved our son got a second chance and we were referred to someone who knows the laws, penalties, and the local municipalities inside out. We strongly recommend Michael M. Hayes.

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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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