About Us
Est. 1999
Built on direct counsel and hard preparation.
Sterling & Hayes Law was founded on the idea that clients deserve a lawyer who tells them the truth and prepares like the case is going to trial — because sometimes it does.
Our Approach
We keep caseloads manageable so every client gets real attention. We explain the law in plain language, give honest assessments of risk, and never bill for busywork.
When a matter can be resolved efficiently, we push for that outcome. When it can't, we're ready to litigate.
When a matter can be resolved efficiently, we push for that outcome. When it can't, we're ready to litigate.
The Team
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Margaret Sterling
Founding Partner
State Bar of Berlin, 1998
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Daniel Hays
Founding Partner
State Bar of Berlin, 2001
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Priya Nandakumar
Senior Associate
State Bar of Berlin, 2014
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James Sanders
Associate Attorney
State Bar of Berlin, 2000
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Lukas Hoffmann
Senior Associate
State Bar of Frankfurt, 1998