Atty. R. Michael Hayes

Atty. R. Michael Hayes

R. Michael Hayes is a lawyer practicing business, commercial, real estate.

Des Moines Des Moines 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About R. Michael Hayes at a glance

R. Michael Hayes is an Attorney based in Des Moines, Iowa, practicing at Belin McCormick, P.C.. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in Iowa U.S. Supreme Court (1976). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1975) and University of Iowa B.S. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Des Moines, IA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • R. Michael Hayes is a lawyer practicing business, commercial, real estate
  • R. received a B.S. degree from University of Iowa, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • R. practices at Belin McCormick, P.C. in Des Moines, IA

Practice Areas Explained

R. Michael Hayes's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

R. Michael Hayes is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Iowa →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

R. Michael Hayes is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Iowa →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Iowa

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about R. Michael Hayes

Where is R. Michael Hayes's law office located?
R. Michael Hayes's law practice is located in Des Moines, Iowa. The firm is Belin McCormick, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does R. Michael Hayes handle?
R. Michael Hayes focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Iowa.
How long has R. Michael Hayes practiced law?
R. Michael Hayes has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did R. Michael Hayes go to law school?
R. Michael Hayes earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (—).
How can I contact R. Michael Hayes for a consultation?
You can contact R. Michael 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.
What awards or recognition has R. Michael Hayes received?
R. Michael Hayes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1975
University of Iowa B.S.
- In Progress

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Iowa U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976

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