Robert E. Hayes

Robert E. Hayes, based in Sioux Falls, SD, is a distinguished Financial Services lawyer at Davenport, Evans, Hurwitz & Smith, LLP. With a deep focus on creditors rights law, Bob has been a key member of the State Bar’s Debtor Creditor Committee, serving nearly a decade as its chair. His commitment to excellence is reflected in his AV Preeminent® Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, recognizing his legal acumen, communication prowess, and ethical standards.

Bob's expertise extends to Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights/Insolvency and Reorganization Law, and Litigation – Bankruptcy, as acknowledged by Best Lawyers®. He is also ranked by Chambers and Partners for Corporate/Commercial, Corporate/Commercial: Bankruptcy/Restructuring Law, and Real Estate. Additionally, Great Plains Super Lawyers ranks him among the top 5% of South Dakota attorneys in Banking, Bankruptcy & Creditor/Debtor Rights, and Real Estate.

Clients trust Bob for his insights into real property law and real estate finance. His professional engagements include being a Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers and the American Bar Foundation. Bob served as President of the State Bar of South Dakota from 2002 to 2003, a role elected by Bar members at their annual convention.

His leadership extends to various roles such as director, Vice President, and President of the USD School of Law Foundation, President of the State Bar Foundation, and Chairman of the State Bar of South Dakota Section of Real Property, Probate and Trust Law. Bob is also active in community and professional organizations. For inquiries, contact him at 605-336-2880 or rhayes@dehs.com.