James William Hayes (November 26, 1921 – March 30, 1992) was an American entertainment lawyer and business manager.
When he and teammate Don Drysdale decided to hold out together, Koufax asked Hayes to become their agent and negotiate on their behalf.
[4] A few months later, Hayes sat next to Koufax during the press conference where the pitcher announced his surprise retirement from baseball.
The firm represented numerous well-known producers, writers, directors, studio executives, and performing artists.
[7] They had four children: twin daughters Cynthia and Cathleen, and sons Jeffrey and Chip Hayes, who became Hollywood producers.