also known as Law Office of Hayden G. Smith
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Chat withState: California
Acquired: 2006
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2021
1612 West Mineral King Avenue, Suite A, Visalia, CA, 93291
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Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I never could tell what he was saying to me. But my DVRO went bye-bye of all a sudden. And I saw my twins for the first time unsupervised since the divorce. A bit pricey. Hard to get ahold of. Haven’t seen him in Merced in years.
Posted by Jennifer | May 21, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I am a regular woman in my 30's, raising my two boys, had never been in any trouble in my life when I did something very foolish. I had no idea that quick act of stupidity was going to land me in jail with 2 felony counts. Scared out of my mind I contacted Hayden and was in to see him immediately. ...
Posted by Cristina Ballard | March 26, 2015
My son who was in trouble for the first time in his life was faced with severe consequences. This is when we turned to Attorney Hayden Smith. Not only did he do everything within his power he was also very companionate and his will and want to help us was just amazing. When all was said and done my ...
Posted by anonymous | March 8, 2015
Smith provided excellent representation in my case. I had a felony strike charged against me carrying prison time that was going to ruin my life. Smith fought for me and I was able to walk away without any jail time whatsoever. Thanks Hayden Smith.
"Hayden is a tough, skilled advocate. He works hard for his clients and gets excellent results. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Hayden and I worked together on matters at the Tulare County Public Defener. Hayden was just beginning his legal career, but was already thinking his cases out several steps ahead of experienced attorneys. Hayden is skilled and thoughtful advocate."
"Mr. Smith does not back down from adversity. He meets it head on with tenacity and grit. Mr. Smith ends up with excellent results."
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This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2021.
Disbarment issued in CA, 2021
updated on 01/30/2024Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the California State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.
Discipline with Actual Suspension issued in CA, 2017
updated on 01/30/2024This sanction means the attorney lost his or her license to practice law for a period of time. The attorney typically returns to practicing law when the suspension expires.
Public reproval with/duties issued in CA, 2016
updated on 01/30/2024A censure or reprimand issued by the Supreme Court or the State Bar Court that is not a matter of public record unless imposed after the initiation of formal disciplinary proceedings. No period of suspension is imposed. The reproval may be imposed with duties or conditions.
2002
Law Review, University of San Diego
2001
CALI, Excellence in study of criminal law., University of San Diego
2001
Dean's Merit Scholarship (1st in class ranking), University of San Diego School of Law
2006 - Present
Lawyer, Hayden Smith, Criminal Defense Lawyer
2009 - Present
California Defense Counsel
2008 - Present
American Board of Trial AdvocatesMember
Jury came back too quickly, under 5 minutes. Not guilty verdicts, Resisting, obstructing, display of speed.
Acquittal
2004
JD - Juris Doctor
2000
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2014
Jury Nullification as a defense.
2002
2002
English
Legal Answers
What to do if party evades service of contempt of court papers re: denying visitation?
15 Apr 2018
How long can the courts hold you for after the trial was hung jury. So now they want a retrial
04 Sep 2017
How much time is my friend looking at -180 day sentence at county jail?
06 Sep 2017