Russell E. Hammer

Russell E. Hammer

also known as Russ Hammer

5.0
Rating: 7.6

Licensed for 19 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at La Crosse, WI
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Litigation, Family

318 Main Street, Ste. 602, La Crosse, WI

About Russell

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Criminal Defense 50%

Mr. Hammer has experience unusual success at trial in recent years obtaining acquittals in drunk driving, sexual assault, battery, domestic violence and other cases. Expert representation before and at trial.

20 years | 500 cases

50%
Family 25%

Mr. Hammer believes in a non-confrontational style of litigating family law issues including divorce, paternity, custody and child support cases. Beware the "aggressive" family law attorney: your pocket-book and dignity pay the ultimate price.

25%
Litigation 25%

General litigation practice includes representing tenants in disputes with their landlords, injury claims, land disputes, insurance claim denials and contract disputes.

20 years | 50 cases

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 45 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 19 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2006

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hammer Law Office

318 Main Street, Ste. 602, La Crosse, WI, 54601

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Russell E. Hammer's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

7 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | June 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Russ helped save my life.

Russ is an amazing attorney. He stood by my every step of the way even when I had a mental break down after i had been convicted. ( Russ didn't go down without a fight though, easily the best criminal defense I had ever had) he helped me through everything and even though I ot convicted instead of go...ing to prison like the DA asked for i got three years probation with no jail time thanks to Russ' arguments. Thank you Russ, for everything.

Posted by anonymous | April 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Excellent Criminal Defense Lawyer

Russell Hammer is an EXCELLENT Criminal Defense Lawyer. Right from the beginning he supported me and my decisions in my defense with my case. He never waivered when it came to taking my case to trial even the prosecution wanted to make a deal. He believed in me and valued my life and the consequences... that could have been put upon me had a conviction been made. Due to his diligence in his defense, we won in trial and a conviction was not made. Thanks to Russell Hammer, I am a free man!

Posted by Dave | September 08, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Excellent representation at a fair price

I was the respondant in a non-spousal restraining order and it was a very difficult situation because there were 2 people accusing me. Russ handled it well, in a timely and low-key manner. He attempted to settle the matter outside of court, but when that didn't work he was extremely effective in cour...t. He was able to present my side of the altercation, while also pointing out the holes in the accusers story. I was extremely happy with his work, and would gladly recommend him to anybody who has to defend themselves from false accusations.

Posted by anonymous | April 30, 2015

An exceptionally complicated situation

I recently hired Russ to help me navigate several complicated matters with some competing interests. Russ is very responsive, knowledgeable, and personable. I feel very protected legally with him in my corner!

Posted by anonymous | January 31, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Best Lawyer!!!

I hired Hammer last year when a disorderly conduct was filed on me for talking on my cell phone in City hall. After a few months the charges were dismissed. Again more charges filed against me later that year and Hammer took my case from the PD office and all charged are dismissed right before trial.... Very wise and good at his job! Best attorney ever!!!!!!!!!

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Russell E. Hammer's Lawyer Endorsements

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Daniel Norland

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Russ is an experienced criminal defense attorney who is not afraid of a challenge. He fights very hard for his clients and you would be well served to let him fight for you."

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Sarah Harless

Criminal defense lawyer | Sep 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Russ, he truly goes to bat for his clients."

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Bernardo Cueto

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 11

Relationship: Friend

"Russell is a great attorney who has achieved some big results. He is very easy to get along with."

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Nick Passe

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Russ Hammer has earned a reputation in southwest Wisconsin as a strong advocate by being able to analyze cases well and then being ready and willing to fight when appropriate while at the same time having a personality which enables him to negotiate favorable resolutions for clients."

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Sean O'Neill

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Co-worker

"Russell Hammer is a strong advocate with outstanding trial and motion skills. He is extremely thorough. He is an outstanding attorney and I highly endorse his work."

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Experience

Rating:  7.6 (Very Good)

Honors

2004

American Inn of Court, American Inn of Court

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Attorney/Owner, Hammer Law Office

Associations

2007 - Present

Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2006 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin, Criminal Law Section

Member

2005 - Present

La Crosse Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

State Bar of Wisconsin

2006 - 2008

Monroe County Bar Association

President-Elect

Sample of Legal Cases

Drunk Driving

Dismissed

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Education

2005

Southern Illinois University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Winona State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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