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Rudjard Melvin Hayes

Rudjard Melvin Hayes

Hayes & Partners

30+ Years

Legal Experience

About Rudjard Melvin Hayes

Rudjard M. Hayes is a Partner at Sanchez Hayes & Associates, LLC, based in Tyrone, Georgia. He oversees the firm's criminal and civil litigation sections and co-chairs the domestic section. Before joining the firm in 2007, Mr. Hayes served as a Senior Assistant District Attorney in both the Griffin and Coweta Judicial Circuits.

Mr. Hayes dedicates a significant portion of his practice to criminal defense, representing clients accused of various offenses in city, state, superior, and federal courts. His expertise also extends to civil litigation, handling complex business transactions, family law, contract disputes, and employment issues. He has extensive trial experience, having conducted hundreds of criminal felony and misdemeanor jury trials, as well as numerous civil trials across all court levels.

Mr. Hayes earned his Juris Doctorate Degree from the College of Law at Georgia State University and was admitted to the State Bar of Georgia in 1996. He is deeply involved in community activities, including founding a Mock Trial Team at his son's high school in 2005. From 2006 to 2012, he served as an adjunct professor at Georgia State University, coaching the university's Mock Trial Team.

In addition, Mr. Hayes taught at Mercer University Walter F. George School of Law in Macon, Georgia, from September 2008 to April 2009. He developed and coached Mercer’s Mock Trial Teams, leading one to win a national championship at the ABA National Criminal Justice Trial Advocacy Competition in Chicago. His dedication to the legal field and community service was recognized in 2008 with the Justice Rober award.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Criminal Law
DUI & DWI
Traffic Tickets
Personal Injury
Employment Law
Civil Rights
Criminal Appeals
Drug Crimes
Expungement
Fraud
Gun Crimes
Internet Crimes
Sex Crimes
Theft
Violent Crimes

Georgia Car Accident Laws

Understanding Georgia's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

modified comparative fault (50%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Rudjard M. Hayes specialize in?

Rudjard M. Hayes specializes in criminal defense and civil litigation, including business transactions, family law, and employment issues.

Where did Rudjard M. Hayes receive his law degree?

He received his Juris Doctorate Degree from the College of Law at Georgia State University.

What teaching roles has Rudjard M. Hayes held?

He has been an adjunct professor at Georgia State University and Mercer University, coaching their Mock Trial Teams.

What is Rudjard M. Hayes' involvement in the community?

He founded a Mock Trial Team at his son's high school and has been active in coaching university teams.

What courts does Rudjard M. Hayes practice in?

He represents clients in municipal, state, superior, and federal courts.

Contact Information

1015 Tyrone Road Suite 620 Tyrone GA 30290
Coweta County, GA
7706925020 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Rudjard for a free case review

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