Atty. Christopher L. Hayes

Atty. Christopher L. Hayes

Christopher L. Hayes is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, trade secrets/unfair competition, business torts and 8 other areas of law.

Buffalo Buffalo 18 yrs experience 18 year
Call (716) 710-6572 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Christopher L. Hayes at a glance

Christopher L. Hayes is an Associate based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Phillips Lytle LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, and trade secrets. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District, Western District of New York U.S. District Court, District of Colorado U.S. (2008). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 2007) and Canisius College (B.A., 2004). Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Christopher L. Hayes is a lawyer practicing business & commercial litigation, trade secrets/unfair competition, business torts and 8 other areas of law
  • Christopher received a B.A. degree from Canisius College in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Christopher practices at Phillips Lytle LLP in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Christopher L. Hayes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Christopher L. Hayes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Criminal Defense

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Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Trade Secrets

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Buffalo are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Christopher L. Hayes

Where is Christopher L. Hayes's law office located?
Christopher L. Hayes's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Phillips Lytle LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Christopher L. Hayes handle?
Christopher L. Hayes focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, employment, business, trade secrets. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Christopher L. Hayes practiced law?
Christopher L. Hayes has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Christopher L. Hayes go to law school?
Christopher L. Hayes earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2004).
How can I contact Christopher L. Hayes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 2007
B.A.
Canisius College
- 2004

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District, Western District of New York U.S. District Court, District of Colorado U.S.
Admitted: 2008

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