No one stands alone

Legal strength you can rely on,
advocacy you deserve.

Experienced Criminal Defense & Civil Litigation Attorneys in Indiana

Justice-Driven Representation for Those Who Need It Most

At Hayes Ruemmele LLC, we stand as dedicated advocates for individuals facing high-stakes criminal and civil cases. Based in the heart of Indianapolis, Charles and Jane bring a wealth of experience and a steadfast commitment to representing clients at every stage. Whether you're navigating complex criminal appeals, defending against federal charges, or seeking justice for civil rights violations, we are here to provide the support, advocacy, and respect you deserve.

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CRIMINAL APPEALS ✦FEDERAL CRIMES ✦CIVIL RIGHTS ✦PERSONAL INJURY ✦STATE CRIMINAL LAW ✦JAIL INJURIES ✦CHILD VICTIMIZATION ✦JURY TRIALS ✦CRIMINAL APPEALS ✦FEDERAL CRIMES ✦CIVIL RIGHTS ✦PERSONAL INJURY ✦STATE CRIMINAL LAW ✦JAIL INJURIES ✦CHILD VICTIMIZATION ✦JURY TRIALS ✦

§ 01 — Manifesto

No one stands alone—our philosophy is rooted in providing unwavering support and relentless advocacy for every client, every case.

§ 02 — Index of Practice

Six chapters.
One discipline.

I — VI

Criminal Appeals

Post-conviction relief and appellate advocacy. We read the record. We find the error.

Federal Crimes

From indictment to sentencing — measured, prepared, unflinching against the United States.

III

Injuries & Death in Prison / Jail

Civil claims for those harmed or killed in the custody of the State. We hold jailers accountable.

Personal Injury & Civil Rights

Police misconduct, unlawful detention, and serious personal injury. Constitutional litigation with teeth.

State Criminal Law

Felony and misdemeanor defense in every Indiana county — from arraignment through jury verdict.

Child Victimization

Representation for child victims and their families in civil claims against schools, institutions, and abusers.

§ 03 — Counsel of Record

Two partners.
One standard.

Roster · 02

Partner

Charles
Hayes

A Notre Dame graduate and 2003 graduate of IU Maurer School of Law. Seven years with the Marion County Public Defender Agency — five on major felonies — before co-founding the firm. Not-guilty verdicts in attempted murder, rape, molestation, robbery, firearm, and narcotics cases.

J.D.: IU Maurer · 2003
Focus: State & Federal Defense
Bar: Indiana · 7th Cir.

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Partner

Jane
Ruemmele

A 1984 graduate of IU Maurer School of Law. Lead counsel in 100+ jury trials. Career spans the Marion County Public Defender Agency, the State Public Defender, Ice Miller, and SK Huffer & Associates. Named to the Top 100 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers in Indiana.

J.D.: IU Maurer · 1984
Focus: Criminal · Civil Rights · PI
Bar: Indiana · 7th & 10th Cir.

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§ 05 — On the Record

"They found the DNA evidence the State had hidden for nineteen years. The conviction was vacated. I came home."

Former Client · Wrongful Conviction

Released from prison — Exhibit A · Coming Home

§ 06 — Recognition

The peer record.

Independently verified

Legal strength you can rely on,
advocacy you deserve.

Justice-Driven Representation for Those Who Need It Most