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Melanie Hammer
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Melanie Hammer, Criminal Defense Attorney
I am a Native New Yorker, and as such, I have seen injustice my whole life. I became dedicated to getting justice for those wrongfully accused and in need of a strong advocate. This dedication to getting justice is why I became a lawyer. I attended Brooklyn Law School full time during the day while working evenings and weekends at the Manhattan District Attorney's Office. This is the work ethic I still bring to my cases.
After I received my Law Degree, I was appointed to be an Assistant District Attorney in the Queens County District Attorney's Office. During my tenure as a prosecutor I honed my trial skills and handled thousands of criminal cases. I worked in the felony trial bureau, misdemeanor trial bureau, intake bureau, and supervised arraignments.
My dedication to justice led me to establish my own criminal defense practice in 2008. I have handled hundreds of cases including DUI/DWI, Assaults, Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Possession of a Weapon, Domestic Violence, Stalking, and Harassment.
Practice Areas
1
Practice Area
Criminal Defense
100%
24 years
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Licensed in New York for 23 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2003
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Melanie Hammer
360 Court Street, Suite 3, Brooklyn, NY, 11231
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Posted by anonymous | May 02, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
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Ms. Hammer went extra miles on my case. She was sharp in court. She knows the complicated system well. All the evidence was collected timely, all questions were answered timely. On top of that, she put time to understand the whole case and cared about my feelings. I am very grateful to have her ...
Melanie Hammer's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer wholeheartedly. She is well liked by her clients and is respected by judges and ADAs. She is an excellent communicator and is diligent and hardworking."
"Melanie is an exceptional criminal defense attorney whose reputation speaks for itself. She is highly regarded in her field."
"Melanie is a skilled, knowledgeable and compassionate criminal defense and civil rights attorney. I highly recommend her."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have known Melanie Hammer professionally for over a decade. Ms. Hammer is an outstanding attorney who works tirelessly for her clients. She knows the law and is well respected by the Judiciary, her adversaries and the court staff. I trust her instincts and have consulted with her on many occasions. When I refer cases to her I am comforted by the knowledge that the matter will be given her most serious attention. I recommend her without any reservations whatsoever."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers
2016
10 Best Female Attorneys, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
Work Experience
2007 - Present
Lawyer, Melanie Hammer, Esq.
2005 - 2006
Associate, Wilson, Elser, Moskowitz, Edelman & Dicker, LLP
2002 - 2005
Assistant District Attorney, Queens District Attorney's Office
Associations
2008 - Present
Kings County Criminal Bar AssociationMember
2007 - Present
Brooklyn Bar AssociationMember
2012 - 2012
Kings County Criminal Bar Association, Assigned Counsol Planned Advocacy CommitteeCommittee Member
Sample of Legal Cases
types of cases
Criminal Cases
vairious outcomes including dismissals, ACDs, Violations, etc.
Education
2002
Brooklyn Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Ithaca College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1994
Bronx High School of Science
Speaking Engagements
2012
City Counsel
Defendse of Assigned Counsel Plan
Publications
2017
Wordpress
Criminal Defense NYC
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will I have trouble with the US border control as a nonimmigrant because of a 5 years old unlawful marijuana possession?
03 Mar 2016
Q&A
Grand larceny 4th , first time offender.
02 Mar 2016