Atty. William W. Hays

Atty. William W. Hays

Mr. William W.

Worcester Worcester 55 yrs experience 55 year
Call (774) 351-1079 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About William W. Hays at a glance

William W. Hays is an Of Counsel based in Worcester, Massachusetts. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, zoning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1971) and Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1975). Educated at Washington College of Law of American University (J.D., 1971) and College of the Holy Cross (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Worcester County and Massachusetts Bar Associations The District of Columbia Bar National Association of College and University Attorneys American Arbitration Association. Serands clients in Worcester, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. William W. Hays is a lawyer practicing general civil litigation, zoning law, arbitration law and 4 other areas of law
  • William received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • William practices in Worcester, MA

Practice Areas Explained

William W. Hays's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William W. Hays handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

William W. Hays is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →

Real Estate Law

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

William W. Hays is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Massachusetts →

Land Use & Zoning

William W. Hays is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Massachusetts →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

William W. Hays is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Massachusetts →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Massachusetts

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William W. Hays

Where is William W. Hays's law office located?
William W. Hays's law practice is located in Worcester, Massachusetts. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William W. Hays handle?
William W. Hays focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, zoning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Massachusetts.
How long has William W. Hays practiced law?
William W. Hays has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did William W. Hays go to law school?
William W. Hays earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact William W. Hays for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William W. Hays received?
William W. Hays's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law of American University
- 1971
A.B.
College of the Holy Cross
- 1967

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1971
Massachusetts U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1975

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