Hayden & Associates - Beckley, WV
Criminal Law Lawyers in Beckley, WV
102 McCreery Street Beckley, WV 25801
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25
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Beckley Criminal Law Firm
Updated: 02/28/2026
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Hired Law firm 2025Gerald’s presence in the courtroom was nothing short of exceptional. He stood before the judge with calm authority, deep preparation, and a clear command of the facts. Despite the procedural setbacks caused by prior representation, Gerald swiftly distilled the complexities of my case into a compelling and respectful presentation. His ability to articulate the legal inconsistencies, highlight my clean record and community service, and advocate for a fair resolution was truly masterful. The judge responded to his clarity and professionalism, and the case was resolved in the best possible way. Gerald’s courtroom demeanor reflected not just legal expertise, but genuine empathy and commitment to justice. I felt fully represented, protected, and heard — and I am deeply grateful for his outstanding advocacy. Gina, his team member, was equally instrumental from day one — guiding me through every step with warmth and clarity. Her prompt responses and moral support made a stressful process feel manageable and dignified.
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Hired Law firm 2024This review is on behalf of Brian Banks. My experience with Roger Hayden was excellent. He was 100% professional. I was in need of a great attorney and could have possibly even lost my job and caused my company extreme problems. He handled my situation with the best outcome possible. I highly recommend working with them. My sincere thanks to Mr Hayden and Hayden & Associates.
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Hired Law firm 2024Mr Hayden did a great job with my child custody case and I would highly recommend his firm for any legal matter..
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Hired Law firm 2022-2023With deep experience in dealing with New York and Philadelphia lawyers, I was naturally uneasy about trying to find a first class lawyer for an important matter in West Virginia. After doing my homework, I reached out to Gerald Hayden of Beckley, West Virginia. Beyond my satisfaction, his response was immediate, his staff support was timely and superb, and his skills were masterful. In addition, his positive personality, reputation, and respectful working relationship with judges proved very valuable. In short, if you need a great lawyer in West Virginia, Gerald Hayden is your man! A. William Bodine, Governing Board Member of The Duke of Edinburg International Award - USA.
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Law
- Divorce
- Family Law
- Personal Injury
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- DUI/DWI
- Traffic Violations
- Criminal Law - Federal
- Drug Violations
- Sex Offenses
- Adoption
- Child Support
- Custody & Visitation
- Domestic Violence & Neglect
- Fathers Rights
- Mediation & Collaborative Law
- Military Divorce
- Same Sex Family Law
Firm Information
Overview
At the law office of Hayden and Associates in Beckley, West Virginia, we are fully committed to helping you protect your rights and interests and achieve the personally favorable outcomes you deserve for the serious and sensitive legal issues affecting your life, your family and your future.
Serving Raleigh County and the entire southern region of our state, we strive to provide the highest level of advocacy and support to our clients who have legal needs involving:
- Family law, including divorce, child custody and support, alimony, adoptions, post-decree modifications, and all other related matters
- Criminal defense for all types of felony and misdemeanor charges, including DUI/DWI
- Traffic law and defense for speeding tickets, reckless driving citations and other traffic-related violations
- Personal injury claims resulting from motor vehicle accidents, coal mining accidents, medical malpractice, defective products, and other acts of negligence or wrongdoing
When you work with our law firm, you will receive direct counsel from a local attorney you can trust to provide you with the solid advice you need to make the best-informed decisions about the matters that affect your case. Our law firm's founder, attorney Gerald Hayden, has more than 15 years of legal experience. We genuinely care about helping you through your difficult and uncertain time, and we promise to always treat you with respect and dignity as we help you secure a brighter future for yourself and your family.
To begin receiving the best possible representation for your legal matter, you can contact Hayden and Associates by calling our law office or visiting our website to schedule an initial consultation.
Contact
102 McCreery Street
Beckley, WV 25801
Phone: 304-250-4640
Email: Send a message
Website: https://www.hayden.legal
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