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Hayley M. Hughes, Construction Attorney in St Louis, Missouri

Over 8 years of legal practice · focused on Construction and Personal Injury

Practicing construction in St Louis since 2018.

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Hayley M. Hughes is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Construction and Personal Injury. Hayley has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gausnell, O'Keefe & Thomas LLC.

Based in
St. Louis, MISSOURI
Experience
over 8 years
Known for
Construction · Personal Injury
  • Handles Construction and Personal Injury matters from St. Louis, MISSOURI.
  • Over 8 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026).

About Hayley M. Hughes: Hayley M. Hughes is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Construction and Personal Injury. Hayley has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gausnell, O'Keefe & Thomas LLC.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Hayley M. Hughes

Hayley concentrates on construction and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Hayley handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Construction cases in St Louis, Missouri

Hayley takes construction matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Hayley agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in St Louis, Missouri

Hayley takes personal injury matters in St Louis, Missouri. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Hayley agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Hayley M. Hughes — Over 8 years of Missouri construction experience

Hayley M. Hughes is an attorney based in St. Louis, MISSOURI. The practice focuses on Construction and Personal Injury. Hayley has over 8 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Gausnell, O'Keefe & Thomas LLC.

Originally from Jacksonville, Illinois, Hayley M. Hughes attended Illinois College in her hometown. She graduated magna cum laude with a B.S. in Management and Organizational Leadership, and a minor in Sociology. She was also inducted into Delta Mu Delta, an international business honor society which recognizes and encourages academic excellence. Given her business background, Hayley brings an exceptional touch that complements the firm.

Hayley transitioned to law school at St. Louis University School of Law in St. Louis, Missouri, where she received a J.D. in May of 2018. She decided to call St. Louis home, and was admitted to the Missouri bar in September of 2018.

Hayley engages in a variety of civil defense litigation ranging from general liability to professional liability, including complex litigation.

How Hayley handles construction matters

Originally from Jacksonville, Illinois, Hayley M. Hughes attended Illinois College in her hometown. She graduated magna cum laude with a B.S. in Management and Organizational Leadership, and a minor in Sociology. She was also inducted into Delta Mu Delta, an international business honor society which recognizes and encourages academic excellence. Given her business background, Hayley brings an…

The kind of cases Hayley takes

Hayley reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction and personal injury matters in St Louis and the surrounding Missouri area.

Credentials

Hayley M. Hughes's legal education and bar admissions

  • Saint Louis University

    JD · 2018

Jurisdictions

Hayley's state bar admissions

  • Illinois

    2020 · ACTIVE

  • Missouri

    2018 · ACTIVE

Hayley studied at JD in Saint Louis University.

Law school and academic background

Hayley completed JD in Saint Louis University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Hayley runs in Missouri is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Hayley M. Hughes

Hayley has received 5 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026).

Locations

Hayley M. Hughes's office in St. Louis

Hayley's primary office is at 1717 Park Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri, 63104. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Gausnell, O'Keefe & Thomas LLC

1717 Park Avenue

St. Louis, Missouri 63104

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Hiring guide

How to hire Hayley M. Hughes — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Hayley charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Hayley'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; Hayley will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a construction attorney in St Louis, Missouri

A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Hayley

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every construction 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. Hayley confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Hayley M. Hughes

  • How much does it cost to hire Hayley for a construction case?

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

  • Does Hayley offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do construction cases in Missouri typically take?

    Simple construction 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. Hayley gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Hayley take my case if I'm outside St Louis?

    Hayley is licensed in Missouri. Matters governed by Missouri law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Hayley 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 Hayley?

    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. Hayley will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Hayley accepting new construction clients right now?

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

Areas served

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