Atty. Don M. Hayes

Atty. Don M. Hayes

Don M. Hayes is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, motor vehicle accident litigation, premises liability litigation and 7 other areas of law.

Billings Billings 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Don M. Hayes at a glance

Don M. Hayes is a car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, construction, and slip & fall attorney based in Billings, Montana. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Montana (1982), U.S. District Court, District of Montana (1982), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1988), and U.S. Supreme Court (1994). Educated at University of Montana (J.D., 1982) and Montana State University (B.S., 1979). Serands clients in Billings, MT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Don M. Hayes is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, motor vehicle accident litigation, premises liability litigation and 7 other areas of law
  • Don received a B.S. degree from Montana State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Don practices in Billings, MT

Practice Areas Explained

Don M. Hayes's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Don M. Hayes is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Montana →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Don M. Hayes is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Montana →

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.

Don M. Hayes is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Montana →

Construction Law

Don M. Hayes is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in Montana →

Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

Don M. Hayes is one of 29,473 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Montana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Montana

Practicing law in Montana. Legal matters in Montana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Billings are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Montana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Montana 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 Montana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Don M. Hayes

Where is Don M. Hayes's law office located?
Don M. Hayes's law practice is located in Billings, Montana. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Don M. Hayes handle?
Don M. Hayes focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury, construction, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Montana.
How long has Don M. Hayes practiced law?
Don M. Hayes has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Don M. Hayes go to law school?
Don M. Hayes earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact Don M. Hayes for a consultation?
You can contact Don M. Hayes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
University of Montana
- 1982
B.S.
Montana State University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Montana
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, District of Montana
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1994

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