Chad Richard Hammond

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Chad Richard Hammond

4.8
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 22 years

Family Lawyer at Elmira, NY
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

100 N. Main St., Suite 401, Elmira, NY

Virtual Consultation Available

About Chad

Biography

The legal assistance you deserve at an affordable price. I am working remotely and still able to take calls and receive voicemails for new and existing clients.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Family 40%

Custody, Visitation, Support, Grandparents Rights

40%
Divorce and Separation 30%

Uncontested, Contested and Separation Agreements

30%
DUI and DWI 20%

NY DWI, DWAI and DWAI Drugs

20%
Criminal Defense 10%

Misdemeanor Criminal

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-350 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2024 2021

Licenses

Licensed in New York for 22 years

State: New York

Acquired: 2003

Currently Registered

No misconduct found

Location

Chad R. Hammond, Esq., Attorney At Law

100 N. Main St., Suite 401, Elmira, NY, 14901

chadhammondlaw.com/

Online Presence

Other places you can find Chad online.

Chad Richard Hammond's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

25 Client Reviews

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Posted by Edward | November 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law

DMV Issue

Chad was very understanding and assisted me with the NYS DMV for an issue with my CDL. Had it not been for him, I could have lost my job because I need my CDL for it. Thank you so much!

Posted by Emily | August 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce & Family Court

Chad was excellent with my divorce and helping to explain everything along the way. After my divorce Chad helped me to obtain sole custody of my children and get granted what was best for them as well. I highly recommend Chad to anyone in divorce or family court.

Posted by Tara | September 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Family

Family court

Chad was amazing at looking into and researching a family issue we had. He was professional and thorough with every meeting and phone call. He was well prepared and he was able to fight and get granted our wishes for the case. We were so happy with the end result. Thank you so much Chad.

Chad Hammond

Replied last September 26, 2022

My pleasure. I am glad it worked out as we had discussed. Thank you for the comment.

Posted by Jody | June 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Professional and Honest

Mr. Hammond represented us in family court with an issue around moving out of state. He was honest about what we would have to do as well as getting us what we wanted based on the law. He made sure we knew our rights as well as the other parties rights. His clear knowledge of the law and honesty help...ed us immensely. Mr. Hammond is very professional and responsive to all questions through the entire process. We were so fortunate to find this amazing lawyer in our time of need.

Posted by Josh | April 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Father custody

Mr. Hammond was a great attorney. I hadn't seen or talked to my kids in years. After meeting him I had hope again and within a short time he made it possible for me to reunite with my kids and get sole custody. He is a pitbull in the court room putting his client first. If I ever need an attorney aga...in I'd pick Mr. Hammond and definitely refer him to anyone in need of a great attorney.

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Chad Richard Hammond's Lawyer Endorsements

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Nancy Eraca

Family lawyer | Dec 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Chad worked for me several years ago and I have always been impressed with his knowledge and professionalism."

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Matthew Buzzetti

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2022

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2021

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2020

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2019

10 Best, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys

2017

Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition, Tom Reed, Member of Congress

2015

Certificate of Recognition, Legal Assistance of Western NY

2001

Certificate of Merit - Contracts, Thomas M. Cooley

Work Experience

2008 - Present

Owner, Chad R. Hammond, Attorney at Law

2009 - 2017

Asistant Counsel to the Commissioner, Chemung County Attorney's Office

2008 - 2009

Assistant Public Defender, Chemung County Public Defender

2006 - 2007

Claims Analyst, Cna Insurance

2003 - 2006

Claims Analyst, Aig Insurance Company

Associations

2014 - Present

Chemung County Bar Association

Executive Committee

2007 - Present

New York State Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2014

Chemung County Bar Association

President

2011 - 2012

Chemung County Bar Asscoiation

Vice President

2001 - 2002

Thomas M. Cooley Journal of Practical and Clinical Law

Member

2000 - 2002

Thomas M. Cooley Student Bar Association

Chair

2000 - 2001

Thomas M. Cooley Law School Student Bar Association

Senator

Education

2002

Thomas M. Cooley Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1999

St Lawrence University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

1995

Horseheads High School

Diploma

Speaking Engagements

2020

Chemung County Bar Association

Annual Meeting Attendee/Participant Chemung County Bar Association

2019

Chemung County Bar Association

Annual Meeting Attendee/Participant Chemung County Bar Association

2018

Chemung County Bar Association

Annual Meeting Attendee/Participant Chemung County Bar Association

2017

Chemung County Bar Association

Annual Meeting Attendee/Participant Chemung County Bar Association

2012

NYPWA - Summer Conference

Permanency Mediation

Languages

English

Activity

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