Robert E. Hayes Jr.

Robert E. Hayes Jr. is an experienced attorney practicing in Mississippi and Tennessee, with nearly twenty-five years in Mississippi and more than twenty-three years in Tennessee. He focuses on general civil litigation and criminal defense, representing clients across both states with steady, practical, and results-driven legal guidance.

Robert earned his J.D. from Mississippi College School of Law in 2002. He also holds an M.S. in Education from Mississippi State University – 1996, a B.S. from Mississippi State University – 1992, and an A.A. from Southwest Mississippi Community College – 1990.

Robert has built a broad practice that includes criminal law, personal injury, education law, expungements, forestry law, municipal law, workers’ compensation, and general litigation. He is also been a certified mediator with the Mississippi Bar Association since 2012, helping clients resolve disputes efficiently outside of court when possible.

Robert has received strong professional recognition for his work. He was named a Mid-South Rising Star for General Litigation in 2010 and holds an AV Preeminent Peer Review Rating in Litigation for General Practice and Criminal Law from Martindale-Hubbell, reflecting high respect from peers.

Robert has handled significant cases and represented a wide range of clients, including municipalities, businesses, and organizations. His representative work includes cases such as Vann v. City of Southaven and Peterson v. Lepard. He has also served as Chief Prosecutor for the City of Southaven from 2007 to 2024.

Robert E. Hayes Jr. is a member of several professional associations, including the Mississippi Bar Association, Tennessee Bar Association, and local bar groups. A native of Liberty, Mississippi, he values strong community ties and brings decades of courtroom experience, leadership, and commitment to every case he handles.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Hayes Law Firm, PLLC
• Associate, Robinson, Biggs, Ingram, Solop & Farris, PLLC (2008–2009)
• Partner, Rozier Hayes, PLLC (2009–2013)
• Member, Mississippi Bar Association
  
• Member, Tennessee Bar Association
• Member, DeSoto County Bar Association
  
• Member, Lafayette County Bar Association
  
• Member, Mississippi Prosecutor’s Association

Licensed State

• Mississippi
• Tennessee

Education

• Mississippi College School of Law
  Juris Doctor (J.D.)
• Mississippi State University
  Master of Science (M.S.)
• Mississippi State University
  Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

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