Atty. James Robert Hayes

Atty. James Robert Hayes

James Robert Hayes is a lawyer practicing family law, family law - divorce, family law - child support/visitation and 3 other areas of law. James has been licensed for 18 years.

Springfield Springfield 18 yrs experience 18 year
Call (417) 530-6497 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Robert Hayes at a glance

James Robert Hayes is a divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, and child support attorney based in Springfield, Missouri. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in Missouri (2008). Serands clients in Springfield, MO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Robert Hayes is a lawyer practicing family law, family law - divorce, family law - child support/visitation and 3 other areas of law
  • James has been licensed for 18 years
  • James practices in Springfield, MO

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Hayes's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

James Robert Hayes is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Missouri →

Child Custody & Visitation

James Robert Hayes is one of 31,241 child custody attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child custody attorneys in Missouri →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

James Robert Hayes is one of 214,271 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Missouri →

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

James Robert Hayes is one of 187,066 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in Missouri →

Child Support

James Robert Hayes is one of 24,688 child support attorneys indexed nationally. Browse child support attorneys in Missouri →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Missouri

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

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Common questions about James Robert Hayes

Where is James Robert Hayes's law office located?
James Robert Hayes's law practice is located in Springfield, Missouri. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Hayes handle?
James Robert Hayes focuses on divorce, child custody, criminal defense, family law, child support. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Missouri.
How long has James Robert Hayes practiced law?
James Robert Hayes has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
How can I contact James Robert Hayes for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 2008

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