The Law Office of Michael Hayes, LLC

The Law Office of Michael Hayes offers over three decades of seasoned legal advocacy focused on DUI/OWI defense, criminal charges, traffic offenses, and personal injury claims. Based in Milwaukee, Attorney Michael Hayes combines extensive legal insight with personalized service, ensuring each client receives dedicated attention and a clear strategy tailored to their unique situation. Whether confronting a serious criminal allegation or seeking compensation after an accident, every case is handled with integrity, preparation, and professionalism.

The Law Office of Michael Hayes is a recognized leader in OWI defense, representing clients in Milwaukee, Waukesha, and surrounding counties. Attorney Hayes has built a reputation for dismantling weak prosecutions, challenging flawed sobriety test results, and successfully suppressing unlawful evidence. From first-time offenses to felony DUI charges, each defense is grounded in legal precision and tactical courtroom performance, as reflected in numerous not-guilty verdicts and complete case dismissals.

The Law Office of Michael Hayes also provides robust representation in traffic-related matters, drug offenses, and driver’s license reinstatement issues. Clients benefit from Attorney Hayes’ deep understanding of Wisconsin’s legal landscape and his ability to navigate complex court systems with clarity and efficiency. A commitment to direct client communication, including access to his personal cell phone and email, sets the firm apart as a client-first practice focused on accessibility and support throughout the legal journey.

The Law Office of Michael Hayes draws on a distinguished background. As former Lead Articles Editor of the Marquette Law Review and founding partner of one of Wisconsin’s largest Chapter 7 consumer law firms, Attorney Hayes brings unmatched experience to each matter. His legal acumen has earned him recognition as a Wisconsin Super Lawyer, an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell, and inclusion among the National Trial Lawyers' Top 100.

The Law Office of Michael Hayes continues to uphold a legacy of legal excellence, ensuring that each client’s past is defended with care and each future is protected with purpose. Whether pursuing justice in court or negotiating behind the scenes, the firm delivers strategic, ethical, and results-oriented advocacy.