Certified Specialist, Family Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization.
Focused, determined and respected. Gave me results where others failed with hard work and a remarkable knowledge of family law.
- Marsha, a Divorce client
Utmost regard for trustworthiness, hard work and results
- Brett, a Family client
Overview
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Fees
Hourly ($325-$425/hour)
Payment types
Cash, Check, Credit Card
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About Me
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Family Law matters can be difficult and finding the right fit between you and the lawyer you hire is crucial to reducing the stress you already feel. I pride... more
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References
Client Reviews
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Posted by:
Marsha,
2011-01-28
about 1 year ago.
Client Review:
I hired Barbara Hammers after wasting months of time and money with a senior attorney of a large law firm. She was referred to me by a good friend...
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Posted by:
Brett,
2011-01-26
about 1 year ago.
Client Review:
Unfortunately, I've had the need for legal council while going through a divorce. I found Barbara to be honest, incredibly hard working and...
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Peer Endorsements
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Barbara Hammers is an extremely bright, highly competent family law attorney. She has a calm, unflappable personality, well-suited for dealing with...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Lauriann Wright
, Pasadena (CA), 11 months ago
Barbara Hammers is an excellent family law attorney, and is a pleasure to work with. She has an excellent reputation and is a trustee of the Santa...
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Endorsement from lawyer:
Alec Rose
, Santa Monica (CA), Almost 4 years ago
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Résumé
License
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14 years since Barbara Kay Hammers was first licensed to practice law.
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License status |
Year acquired |
Last updated by Avvo |
| California |
Active
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1997 |
11/07/2011 |
We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.
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Work Experience
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Partner at
Hammers & Baltazar, LLP
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2004–present
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Principle at
Hammers & Baltazar, APLC
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2002–2004
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Principle at
Kelly & Hammers, APC
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1997–2002
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Education
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| School |
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Degree |
Graduated |
| University of California at Los Angeles School of Law |
Law |
Juris Doctorate |
1997 |
| California State University, Fullerton |
Psychology |
Bachelor of Science |
1994 |
| Citrus Community College |
Cosmetology |
Associate Science |
1991 |
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Awards
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| Award Name |
Granting Organization |
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| Top 5 Lawyers in Orange County for Family Law |
OC Metro Magazine |
2010 |
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Associations
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Association Name |
Duration |
| Family Law Section Executive Committee Member |
State Bar of California |
2008-present
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| Family Law Section Executive Committee Member |
Los Angeles County Bar Association |
2007-present
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| Member, Family Law Section |
Orange County Bar Association |
2007-present
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| Member |
Los Angeles Collaborative Family Law Association |
2005-present
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| Family Law Section Member |
American Bar Association |
1997-present
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| Family Law Section Member |
Beverly Hills Bar Association |
1997-present
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| Member |
Los Angeles County Bar Association |
1997-present
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| President |
Santa Monica Bar Association |
2009-2010
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| Board of Trustees |
Santa Monica Bar Association |
2006-2010
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| Chair, Family Law Section |
Santa Monica Bar Association |
2006-2009
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| Family Law Section Standing Committee Chair |
State Bar of California |
2005-2008
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Portfolio
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Reputation Level 7
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Publications
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Publication |
Date |
| Trends in Divorce and Custody in California |
California Family Law Strategies |
2009 |
| Guiding your Client Through Divorce |
Divorce Proceeding in California-Prep Your Client |
2009 |
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Speaking Engagements
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| Presentation Name |
Conference |
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| Streamlining your Case without being Swept Downstream |
49th Annual Family Law Symposium |
2011 |
| Family Law Mythbusters |
The Home Show; KRLA 890 AM Radio |
2010 |
| The Impact of "Marriage of Feldman" |
Los Angeles County Bar Association, Family Law Section |
2010 |
| The Date of Separation, When is it Over? |
American Bar Association, Family Law Section, Spring Conference Continuing Education |
2002 |
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