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also known as Russ Hammer
My law practice is about results. My personal philosophy is about respect for all people. Passing judgment is above my pay grade; for me getting results begins with consensus building and ends, if necessary, with vigorous and skilled advocacy at trial.
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Acquired: 2006
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318 Main Street, Ste. 602, La Crosse, WI, 54601
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...
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...
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...
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....
"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."
"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."
"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."
Family lawyer
General practice lawyer
Criminal defense lawyer
2004
American Inn of Court, American Inn of Court
2012 - Present
Attorney/Owner, Hammer Law Office
2007 - Present
Wisconsin Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - Present
State Bar of Wisconsin, Criminal Law SectionMember
2005 - Present
La Crosse Association of Criminal Defense LawyersMember
2006 - 2008
Monroe County Bar AssociationPresident-Elect
Dismissed
2005
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
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