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Daniel Charles Hays, Appellate Attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Appellate, Business, and Contracts

AssociateatGoolsby, Proctor, Heefner & Gibbs, P.C.

Oklahoma City, OK

Practicing appellate in Oklahoma City since 2010.

16+
Years practicing
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Daniel Charles Hays is an associate based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Contracts. Daniel has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goolsby, Proctor, Heefner & Gibbs, P.C..

Based in
Oklahoma City, OK
Experience
over 16 years
Known for
Appellate · Business · Contracts
  • Handles Appellate, Business, and Contracts matters from Oklahoma City, OK.
  • Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Daniel Charles Hays: Daniel Charles Hays is an associate based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Contracts. Daniel has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goolsby, Proctor, Heefner & Gibbs, P.C..

Areas of practice

Legal matters Daniel takes on

Daniel concentrates on appellate, business, contracts, energy, and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Daniel takes appellate matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Business cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Daniel takes business matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Contracts cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Daniel takes contracts matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Energy cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Daniel takes energy matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

General cases in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Daniel takes general matters in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Daniel agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Daniel Charles Hays — appellate lawyer in Oklahoma City

Daniel Charles Hays is an associate based in Oklahoma City, OK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Contracts. Daniel has over 16 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Goolsby, Proctor, Heefner & Gibbs, P.C..

Daniel Charles Hays is a lawyer practicing litigation and trial practice, appellate practice, bad faith and 12 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.B.A. degree from University of Central Oklahoma in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years. Daniel practices at Goolsby, Proctor, Heefner & Gibbs, P.C. in Oklahoma City, OK.

Daniel's approach to appellate cases

Daniel Charles Hays is a lawyer practicing litigation and trial practice, appellate practice, bad faith and 12 other areas of law. Daniel received a B.B.A. degree from University of Central Oklahoma in 2007, and has been licensed for 16 years. Daniel practices at Goolsby, Proctor, Heefner & Gibbs, P.C. in Oklahoma City, OK.

The kind of cases Daniel takes

Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and contracts matters in Oklahoma City and the surrounding Oklahoma area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Oklahoma City University School of Law

    J.D. Merit · 2010

  • University of Central Oklahoma

    B.B.A. · 2007

Jurisdictions

Daniel's state bar admissions

  • Oklahoma U.S. Distri

    2010 · ACTIVE

Daniel studied at J.D. Merit in Oklahoma City University School of Law and B.B.A. in University of Central Oklahoma.

Law school and academic background

Daniel completed J.D. Merit in Oklahoma City University School of Law and B.B.A. in University of Central Oklahoma. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Oklahoma is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Oklahoma County and Oklahoma Bar Associations American Bar Association Defense Research Institute

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Locations

Daniel Charles Hays's office in Oklahoma City

Daniel's primary office is at 701 N. Broadway, Ste. 400, Oklahoma City, OK, 73102. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Goolsby, Proctor, Heefner & Gibbs, P.C.

701 N. Broadway, Ste. 400

Oklahoma City, OK 73102

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Hiring guide

How to hire Daniel Charles Hays — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Daniel

Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Daniel Charles Hays

  • How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a appellate case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Daniel offer a free consultation?

    Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.

  • How long do appellate cases in Oklahoma typically take?

    Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Oklahoma City?

    Daniel is licensed in Oklahoma. Matters governed by Oklahoma law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Daniel will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Daniel?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Daniel accepting new appellate clients right now?

    Daniel's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Appellate attorneys serving Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Edmond in Oklahoma

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