Business Details
44 Years
experience
Trusted Criminal Defense & DUI Attorneys in Santa Barbara
Hayes Law Offices is a law firm built on integrity, availability, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for clients. With over 40 years of combined experience, the firm specializes in criminal defense, personal injury, DUI cases, and immigration consequences. The attorneys prioritize direct communication, returning calls the same day for inquiries received before 3:00 p.m. and ensuring transparency in all client interactions. Confidentiality is a core principle, avoiding public spectacle to protect client interests. The firm handles misdemeanors, felonies, and appeals while offering aggressive yet ethical legal strategies.Services extend across Santa Barbara County, including Santa Barbara, Goleta, and Carpinteria. The team includes seasoned attorneys, paralegals, and investigators dedicated to providing personalized legal representation. Hayes Law Offices emphasizes honesty, avoiding client solicitation and addressing complex legal challenges with expertise. The firm also collaborates with immigration specialists to address cross-border legal implications. With a legacy of litigation experience, including over 300 jury trials, the attorneys combine historical insight with modern legal practices to serve clients effectively.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Personal Injury
Immigration Consequences
Expungement
Appeals
Juvenile Delinquency
Domestic Violence
Traffic Offenses
Probation Violations
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We return all calls the same day for inquiries received before 3:00 p.m.
- Our firm avoids publicizing client cases to protect confidentiality.
- We provide honest legal assessments without client solicitation.
- 40+ years of litigation experience across 300+ jury trials.
- Collaboration with immigration specialists for cross-border legal implications.
Services
Criminal Defense
Hayes Law Offices provides aggressive criminal defense for misdemeanors and felonies, including assault, burglary, and drug offenses. The attorneys leverage decades of courtroom experience to protect clients' rights and minimize legal repercussions. Their strategies focus on achieving dismissals, reduced charges, or favorable sentencing outcomes.
DUI Defense
The firm specializes in defending DUI charges, addressing both immediate legal penalties and long-term consequences like license suspension. They challenge evidence, negotiate plea deals, and advocate for reduced fines or alternative sentencing options to safeguard clients' driving privileges.
Personal Injury
Hayes Law Offices represents clients in personal injury cases resulting from car accidents, slip-and-falls, and medical malpractice. They negotiate with insurance companies and pursue litigation to secure compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and emotional distress caused by others' negligence.
Immigration Consequences
The firm advises non-citizens on immigration implications of criminal charges, including deportation risks and visa restrictions. They collaborate with specialists to ensure legal strategies protect both clients' criminal case outcomes and immigration status.
Expungement
Hayes Law Offices assists clients in expunging criminal records to restore opportunities for employment and housing. They guide clients through court procedures to vacate convictions or reduce felonies to misdemeanors, emphasizing legal compliance and rehabilitation.
People
Doug Hayes
Attorney
Doug Hayes is a former Deputy District Attorney with 40+ years of criminal defense experience, including 300+ jury trials. He focuses on DUIs, violent crimes, and appeals, combining prosecutorial insight with aggressive defense strategies.
Anne Hayes
Attorney
Anne Hayes, a former Deputy District Attorney, specializes in criminal law and animal law. With experience in murder, domestic violence, and DUI cases, she expands the firm's expertise in personal injury and complex criminal defense.
Elizabeth Arreguin
Certified Paralegal
Elizabeth Arreguin provides bilingual legal support, drafting documents and managing client communications. Her expertise includes Spanish-English interpretation and administrative coordination for criminal defense and immigration cases.
Gregory Rader
Paralegal
Gregory Rader, a cum laude graduate, drafts appellate briefs and constitutional law pleadings. With military service and experience in U.S. Supreme Court petitions, he supports complex litigation and writs of habeas corpus.
Robert Strong
Investigator
Robert Strong, a retired Santa Barbara Police Lieutenant, investigates homicides and criminal cases. With 20 years of private investigation experience, he provides critical evidence analysis and witness interviews for defense strategies.
Questions
What areas of law does Hayes and Hayes specialize in?
Hayes and Hayes specializes in criminal defense, DUI cases, personal injury, immigration consequences, expungement, and appeals across Santa Barbara County.
How quickly does Hayes and Hayes respond to client inquiries?
Calls received before 3:00 p.m. are returned the same day, while calls after 3:00 p.m. are addressed by the next business day.
Do they handle immigration-related legal issues?
Yes, the firm addresses immigration consequences of criminal charges and collaborates with immigration specialists for complex cases.
What experience do their attorneys have?
The attorneys have 40+ years of combined experience, including over 300 jury trials and roles as former Deputy District Attorneys.
Are they available for urgent legal matters?
While not offering 24/7 services, they prioritize timely responses and manage urgent legal matters efficiently.
What payment methods are accepted?
Payment methods are not explicitly listed; contact the firm directly for details on fees and financing options.
