Atty. Joel Christopher Hayes

Atty. Joel Christopher Hayes

Joel Christopher Hayes is a lawyer practicing business law, civil rights, criminal law - defense and 5 other areas of law. Joel has been licensed for 14 years.

Nashville Nashville 14 yrs experience 14 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Christopher Hayes at a glance

Joel Christopher Hayes is a criminal defense, business, civil rights, government, and energy attorney based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (2012). Educated at University of Tennessee at Nashville (J.D., 2012). Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joel Christopher Hayes is a lawyer practicing business law, civil rights, criminal law - defense and 5 other areas of law
  • Joel has been licensed for 14 years
  • Joel practices in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Christopher Hayes's Areas of Practice

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

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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Joel Christopher Hayes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Tennessee →

Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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Joel Christopher Hayes is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Tennessee →

Energy & Utilities Law

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Joel Christopher Hayes is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Tennessee →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel Christopher Hayes

Where is Joel Christopher Hayes's law office located?
Joel Christopher Hayes's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Christopher Hayes handle?
Joel Christopher Hayes focuses on criminal defense, business, civil rights, government, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Joel Christopher Hayes practiced law?
Joel Christopher Hayes has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Joel Christopher Hayes go to law school?
Joel Christopher Hayes earned their education at (J.D., 2012).
How can I contact Joel Christopher Hayes for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Nashville
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 2012

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