Business Details
27 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Howell, MI
Hammond Law Firm has been serving clients in Michigan for over 25 years, offering personalized legal representation across a wide range of practice areas. Our firm prioritizes client needs, combining extensive experience with a commitment to ethical standards and aggressive advocacy. We specialize in Personal Injury, Estate Planning, Divorce, Criminal Law, Real Estate, Business Law, Workers Compensation, Social Security, and Bankruptcy, ensuring tailored solutions for each client's unique circumstances.With offices in Howell and Oakland County, we serve clients across multiple Michigan counties, leveraging the latest legal technology to deliver efficient and effective services. Our team, led by Dave Hammond, focuses on achieving the best possible outcomes through negotiation, litigation, or alternative dispute resolution, while maintaining transparency and accessibility for all clients.
Services
Personal Injury
Estate Planning
Divorce
Criminal Law
Real Estate
Business Law
Workers Compensation
Social Security
Bankruptcy
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in Michigan legal practice.
- Our team provides personalized legal services directly with the attorney.
- We offer aggressive representation in personal injury and criminal defense cases.
- Our firm adheres to the highest ethical standards in legal practice.
- We serve multiple Michigan counties with local knowledge and expertise.
Associations and certifications
- State Bar of Michigan
- Livingston County Bar Association
What people say
Knowledgeable
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Outstanding work
Compassionate
Efficient service
Services
Personal Injury
We represent clients injured in accidents caused by negligence, including car crashes, slips, and workplace incidents. Our goal is to secure maximum compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain. With decades of experience, we negotiate with insurers and litigate when necessary to protect client rights.
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans using wills, trusts, and powers of attorney to ensure asset distribution aligns with your wishes. Our services minimize probate, protect beneficiaries, and address healthcare directives for comprehensive future planning.
Criminal Defense
We defend clients against felony and misdemeanor charges, including DUIs and drug offenses. Our approach challenges evidence, protects rights during investigations, and negotiates plea deals or trials to minimize penalties and record impacts.
Family Law
We handle divorce, child custody, and property division cases with sensitivity to emotional challenges. Our focus is fair outcomes in custody arrangements, spousal support, and asset division while prioritizing children's best interests.
Bankruptcy
We guide clients through Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy to eliminate or restructure debt. Our services include asset protection, discharge planning, and court representation to provide financial fresh starts while complying with federal laws.
People
Dave Hammond
Attorney
Dave Hammond has practiced law for over 25 years, specializing in personal injury, estate planning, and criminal defense. He graduated from Eastern Michigan University (1993) and University of Detroit Mercy Law School (1997). Licensed in Michigan state and federal courts, he serves as a Livingston County Bar Association member.
Questions
What is a real estate transaction?
A real estate transaction involves transferring property ownership from seller to buyer, requiring legal documentation and often involving multiple parties like attorneys and title companies.
Why do I need a title review in Michigan?
A title review ensures clear property ownership by identifying liens, mortgages, or competing claims before purchase.
Do I need an attorney for workers' compensation claims?
While not mandatory, an attorney improves chances of fair benefits by navigating complex claims and countering insurance tactics.
What is estate planning?
Estate planning creates legal documents to manage asset distribution, healthcare decisions, and guardianship to honor your wishes after death or incapacity.
Can I get a divorce if my spouse rejects it?
Yes, but contested divorces may take longer and cost more due to litigation requirements.
What's the difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy?
Chapter 7 eliminates unsecured debt quickly, while Chapter 13 restructures debt into a 3-5 year repayment plan.
