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      Michael Hayes

      Milwaukee, Wisconsin
      41 years of experience

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      Biography

      Michael M. Hayes was a founding partner of the Milwaukee law firm of Hayes & Rothstein, 1983-2019.

      A Milwaukee native, Mr. Hayes earned his Juris Doctor law degree in 1981 from Marquette University Law School, where he was the Lead Articles Editor on the Law Review. During this time, he also served as a Judicial Intern for Wisconsin Court of Appeals Chief Judge John Decker. His undergraduate studies were completed at the University of Notre Dame and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he graduated in 1977. Within 3 years he was listed in Best Lawyers in America after founding what had become the largest consumer Chapter 7 law firm in Wisconsin.

      Michael Hayes provides for his extensive network of former and existing clients and their families valuable legal assistance beyond his practice areas. He is always willing to discuss a wide variety of legal concerns, including family law and bankruptcy law questions dating back to his extensive experience over the last 30 years. He can evaluate your situation and provide a referral to a well-respected attorney. His clients consider him a knowledgeable and trusted advisor for legal and practical advice on a wide range of issues.

      Bar admissions
      Wisconsin, 1981
      U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin, 1981
      Education
      Marquette University, Juris Doctor, 1981
      Law Review Lead Articles Editor
      University of Wisconsin-Madison, Bachelor of Science, 1977
      University of Notre Dame
      Memberships
      State Bar of Wisconsin
      National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
      Honors and Awards
      AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating? from Martindale-Hubbell®
      Wisconsin SuperLawyer

      Seminar Moderator and Presenter at Strategies in Handling OWI Cases in

      The National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Trial Lawyers
      Avvo Rating 10.0 out of 10, Superb

      Presenter of “Illinois Residents Arrested for OWI in Wisconsin” at 2019 Lake County Annual Bar Ass’n Meeting

      Featured speaker at Lorman event Live Webinar

      Practice Areas

      Criminal Law

      Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes

      DUI & DWI

      Traffic Tickets

      Suspended License

      Personal Injury

      Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

      Fees

      • Free Consultation
      • Credit Cards Accepted
      • Contingent Fees

      Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

      Wisconsin, Wisconsin Court System, ID Number: 1014796, Since 1981
      U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin, Since 1981

      Languages

      English : Spoken, Written

      Professional Experience

      Attorney At Law Law Office of Michael Hayes LLC

      Year: 2020 - Current

      Description:

      Attorney Hayes & Rothstein, S.C.

      Year: 1981 - 2022

      Description: President, May 1981 - Mar 2022.

      Professional Associations

      Wisconsin State Bar &nbsp# 1014796 Member (Current)

      Awards

      • AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating?

        Martindale-Hubbell®

      • SuperLawyer

        Wisconsin SuperLawyer

      • 10.0 out of 10, Superb

        Avvo Rating 10.0 out of 10, Superb

      Education

      • Marquette University Law School J.D. (1981) | Law

        Year: 1981

      • University of Wisconsin - Madison B.S. (1977) | Bachelor of Science

        Year: 1977

      Speaking Engagements

      Seminar Moderator and Presenter at Strategies in Handling OWI Cases in Wisconsin

      Law Office of Michael Hayes, LLC

      Address:

      324 E Wisconsin Ave # 1111, Milwaukee, WI 53202

      schedule

      Monday: 8 AM - 6 PM

      Tuesday: 8 AM - 6 PM

      Wednesday: 8 AM - 6 PM

      Thursday: 8 AM - 6 PM

      Friday: 8 AM - 6 PM

      Saturday: 8 AM - 12 PM

      Sunday: Closed

      2 Reviews

      0 out of 5

        While on my way from downtown Milwaukee to my residence in Dodge county, I was stopped for deviation from my designated lane. I was given 4 tickets, including possession of THC (extremely small amount). My breath test result for alcohol was over .15 so I would have had to install an Interlock Ignition Device for one year which would have been expensive and inconvenient. Attorney Michael Hayes was able to conclude my case with dismissal of the THC ticket and no IID order. I could not have asked for more. Based on the result, his timely communication and his expertise, I highly recommend Attorney Michael Hayes

        R. S.

        April 18, 2020

        Attorney Michael Hayes recently obtained a complete dismissal of an operating under the influence 3rd offense charge in Milwaukee County Circuit Court for a violation that occurred in October 2021. He filed a motion challenging the right of the West Allis police department to arrest me. He and his assistant Sarah Wheatley prepared a great motion supported by audio/video evidence showing that two officers illegally entered my residence and subsequently arrested me for drunk driving. The charge of refusing to submit to a blood draw was also dismissed. No conviction will appear on my driving record, I won’t serve any jail time, I won’t have my license suspended or revoked, I won’t be under the Ignition Interlock requirement and I won’t have to pay a fine. He’s a really good lawyer. He’s great on communication. He’s always available to talk to me and my father. He accurately predicted what would occur. I highly recommend Attorney Mike Hayes. I think he is the best DUI Milwaukee lawyer.

        Luke B.

        June 14, 2022

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