Matthew Garrett Hayes

Matthew Garrett Hayes

4.9
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Mesa, AZ
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI

1930 E. Brown Road, Suite 102, Mesa, AZ

About Matthew

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 20 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2005

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Location

Grand Canyon Law Group

1930 E. Brown Road, Suite 102, Mesa, AZ, 85203

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Matthew Garrett Hayes's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

54 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | December 26, 2024 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Beware

Do not use Matthew Garrett Hayes - He is a fraudster and a horrible attorney - His license should be terminated for his deceitful actions.

Posted by Shalie | November 27, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Works with you and for you!

Matt Hayes and his team worked with me on my legal issues with the end goal of dismissal and we got to that goal! This is my second time needing his assistance and I didn’t even hesitate to call him when I found out that I needed help. If you need a criminal lawyer, no matter if it is big trouble or ...small, he works hard to get you the best possible outcome that he knows he can get. He is honest about what you can expect with the best and worst possible outcome. He was successful at getting both with the best possible outcome presented to me.

Posted by Nicholas | November 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Matt Hayes or Harvey Specter?

Matt Hayes helped me navigate a traffic citation. He and his team were on top of every single step and kept me in the loop. For someone who has limited exposure to the legal system in this capacity- I can’t thank Matt and his team enough! Matt Hayes is the Harvey Specter of AZ!

Posted by James | November 10, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Compassion and Expertise

Matt was everything I needed in a lawyer. He listened with compassion in a way that made me feel seen and heard. He understood the system in a way that allowed him to explain what situations would benefit me the best and in turn helped me to make the best choices for me in regards to my future. 5/5. ...I hope I never have to see you again, but I know if ever I do, I will be in good hands. Thank you for all your time and help.

Posted by Elyse | October 19, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thank you Team Matt!

Grand Canyon Law Group, specifically Matthew Hayes and his legal team, have been extremely helpful to me throughout the past few months. I appreciate Matt’s candid approach and I am extremely satisfied with the outcome of my case. Thank you, Team Matt!

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Matthew Garrett Hayes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Justin Whittenton

Criminal defense lawyer | May 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Matt since I started practicing criminal defense and DUI defense. He is extremely knowledgeable, hard-working, and is always fighting for the best for his clients. I cannot recommend him enough."

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Parham Hakimi

Criminal defense lawyer | May 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"He truly cares about each one of his clients and provides them with the highest possible level of representation.I endorse this lawyer."

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Adam Bleier

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Matt for many years, first as a prosecutor and now as a defense lawyer. He is a smart and dedicated advocate who cares deeply for his clients."

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Matthew Riggs

Criminal defense lawyer | May 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Matt to be a man of integrity both in the legal practice and in personal settings."

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Whitney Harvey

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 19

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Matt on multiple cases. Matt is the consummate professional. He is competent, and always prepared. He is always willing to make himself available, and offers stellar customer service to his clients. Matt is courteous to everyone he comes in contact with, including opposing counsel and judicial staff. He is relatable, and works hard to achieve the best result for his clients. Matt is an excellent criminal defense attorney, and someone that I would recommend to anyone in need of criminal defense services. Thanks Matt for all of your hard work and for everything you do to better our community."

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Shana Bereche

Unknown lawyer | Feb 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Matt Hayes is an excellent criminal defense attorney and overall litigator. He always spends the time necessary to meet with his clients, assure they understand the litigation process, and develop the appropriate litigation strategy for his cases. He is not only an effective litigator, but also a well respected member of the legal community. His attention to detail and genuinely pleasant demeanor set him apart from other attorneys in the court room. I would highly recommend him."

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Robert Larson

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Matt works hard for his clients, understands the law, and gets great results."

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Michelle Bell

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have encountered Matt numerous times in Court. He is always one of the first attorneys to arrive at the courthouse. Matt is respected by fellow defense attorneys and prosecutors. Mat is knowledgeable, professional, and hardworking. Any client who chooses Matt as defense counsel is in good hands."

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David Johnson

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Matt is a smart, hardworking attorney who goes the extra mile for his clients."

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Raymond Kimble

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Matt for several years. He is a very intelligent and skilled lawyer"

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Justin Whittenton

Criminal defense lawyer

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Parham Hakimi

Personal injury lawyer

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Robert Larson

Family lawyer

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Adam Bleier

Criminal defense lawyer

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Michelle Bell

Criminal defense lawyer

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Raymond Kimble

Criminal defense lawyer

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David Johnson

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Top 100 Lawyers, American Society of Legal Advocates

2018

10 Best for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys

2018

Top 10 Percent in the USA: Criminal Defense, Lawyers of Distinction

2018

Solo Practitioner of the Month, Attorney At Law Magazine

2018

Criminal Defense Top 10 Arizona Attorney, Attorney and Practice Magazine

2017

Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys

2017

Top 10 Percent in USA, Lawyers of Distinction

2017

10 Best Attorneys: Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Criminal Attorneys

Work Experience

2008 - 2014

Associate, Jones, Skelton & Hochuli, PLC

2007 - 2008

Associate, Humphrey & Petersen

2005 - 2007

County Attorney, Pima County Attorney's Office

Associations

2014 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

Member

2009 - 2010

Defense Research Institute, Legislative Research Committee

Legislative Liaison

Sample of Legal Cases

Drugs and Robbery Charges

Reduced to Misdemeanor

DUI

Received Reckless Plea

Criminal Probation Violation Case

Reinstatement to Probation

DUI

Conviction Set Aside

Shoplifting Case

dismissed

Shoplifting Case

dismissed

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Education

2005

University of Tulsa College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2000

Brigham Young University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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