Douglas Russell Hayes

Douglas Russell Hayes

3.7
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 54 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Santa Barbara, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence ... +2 more

125 East Victoria Street, Suite H, Santa Barbara, CA

About Douglas

Biography

Practice Areas

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in New York for 44 years

State: New York

Acquired: 1981

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 54 years

State: California

Acquired: 1972

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Office of Doug Hayes

125 East Victoria Street, Suite H, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

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Douglas Russell Hayes's Reviews

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3.7 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | February 22, 2026 | Criminal Defense

Worse lawyer ever

This lawyer is un-American and hates this country. He doesnt do his job as a lawyer if you have him as a public defender. He doesnt listen to his clients.

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Douglas Russell Hayes's Lawyer Endorsements

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Patrick McKinley

Debt collection lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked with, and ( as a District Attorney) against Mr Hayes- He is honest and competent and a credit to the legal profession."

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Natalie Spilborghs

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Co-worker

"With over 45 years of experience in criminal law, Doug brings a remarkable amount of knowledge and professionalism. He is a well respected attorney within this community. His office is also extremely courteous and responsive."

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Roger Lytel

Unknown lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Outstanding lawyer with a terrific reputation!"

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Natalie Spilborghs

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Honors

2018

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1973 - 1977

Deputy District Attorney, Santa Barbara County District Attorney's Office

1973 - 1974

Deputy District Attorney, Merced County District Attorneys Office

Associations

1981 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

1978 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

1975 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

1972 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Eagle Scouts

Member

Education

1986

University of California - Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1971

University of Oregon School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

Spanish

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