Kathryn Marie Hayes
College of LawAdjunct Professor of LawFacultyPart Time
DegreesJD, DePaul University; BA, magna cum laude, Augustana College
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BIO
Kathryn Marie Hayes joined DePaul Law in 2025. She is an assistant public defender at the Cook County Public Defender's Office, where she represents clients in primarily felony criminal cases. Prior to joining DePaul, she worked in various roles focused on criminal defense, 1983 civil rights claims and post-conviction matters.
Hayes earned her JD from DePaul Law, graduating in the top 10% of her class with a Certificate in Criminal Law. She was a regional finalist in the Texas Young Lawyers Association National Trial Competition. She holds a BA in English and Communication Studies from Augustana College, where she graduated magna cum laude and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa. She is admitted to practice in the state of Illinois.
Courses Taught
- National Trial Team