Atty. Marcus Edward Hayes

Atty. Marcus Edward Hayes

A native North Carolinian, Marcus attended The University of South Carolina in Columbia and then returned to The University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1984. He was then selected to serve an internship with the Office of the State's Attorney in Prince George's County, Maryland.

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Profile Summary

About Marcus Edward Hayes at a glance

Marcus Edward Hayes is a Member based in Greensboro, North Carolina, practicing at Hayes Law, PLLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (1988). Educated at Campbell University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of North Carolina State Bar North Carolina Bar Association 18th Judicial District Greensboro Bar Association. Serands clients in Greensboro, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • A native North Carolinian, Marcus attended The University of South Carolina in Columbia and then returned to The University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1984
  • He was then selected to serve an internship with the Office of the State's Attorney in Prince George's County, Maryland
  • With his appetite whetted for legal service, he returned again to North Carolina and obtained his law degree from Campbell University School of Law in 1988
  • Upon graduation from law school, Marcus began his legal career as a criminal defense lawyer on the North Carolina Outer Banks
  • He continued his criminal defense practice when he and his family moved to Greensboro and he joined the Public Defender's Office of the 18th Judicial District
  • Two years later, he returned to private practice as a personal injury attorney handling insurance defense work for a short period until focusing entirely on plaintiff causes
  • Since that time, he has handled personal injury cases from all over North Carolina that involved issues such as automobile accidents, wrongful deaths and brain injury
  • Marcus has extensive trial experience in both criminal and civil matters
  • Professional & Community Activities • Member, North Carolina Advocates for Justice • Member, American Association for Justice • Master, Guilford Inn of Court • Member, National Trial Lawyers Association • Member, The Top 100 Trial Lawyers • Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum • Past Judge, Guilford County Teen Court • Past Blood Drive Chairman, Greensboro Bar Association • Fund Raising, Out of the Garden Project • Past Sunday School Teacher, Confirmation Teacher and Vestry Member, St. Frances • Episcopal Church Bar & Court Admissions • North Carolina State Bar • North Carolina Bar Association • U.S
  • District Court, Eastern and Middle Districts of North Carolina • 18th Judicial District • Greensboro Bar Association

Practice Areas Explained

Marcus Edward Hayes's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

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DUI / DWI Defense

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Wrongful Death

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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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Motorcycle Accidents

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in North Carolina

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Marcus Edward Hayes

Where is Marcus Edward Hayes's law office located?
Marcus Edward Hayes's law practice is located in Greensboro, North Carolina. The firm is Hayes Law, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marcus Edward Hayes handle?
Marcus Edward Hayes focuses on car accidents, dui/dwi, wrongful death, personal injury, motorcycle. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in North Carolina.
How long has Marcus Edward Hayes practiced law?
Marcus Edward Hayes has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Marcus Edward Hayes go to law school?
Marcus Edward Hayes earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact Marcus Edward Hayes for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Marcus Edward Hayes received?
Marcus Edward Hayes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University School of Law
- 1988
B.A.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1984

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 1988

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