William J. Hammett

William J. Hammett

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 36 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Neenah, WI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony ... +2 more

675 Deerwood Ave, Neenah, WI

About William

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 35%

Contested and Uncontested divorces

35%
Child Custody 25%

Child custody and child support

25%
Family 10%

For approximately the last 20 years I have limited my practice to the areas of divorce, paternity actions, custody and placement disputes, support issues, and termination of parental rights and adoption actions.

12 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 36 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1989

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Hammett Bellin & Oswald LLC

675 Deerwood Ave, Neenah, WI, 54956-1629

Hammett, Bellin, & Oswald, LLC

4650 West Spencer Street, Appleton, WI, 54913

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William J. Hammett's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 9 of 9 reviews | Compassion

Posted by Michael | August 03, 2015 | Child Support

Best Outcome Possable

I am a current client of Attorney Bill Hammett. After being divorced for four and a half years, I was being taken back to court by my ex for child support before my child turned 18. When I needed to ask questions or had concerns, every phone call and email was answered in a timely manner. He listene...d to all of my concerns, I never felt like he did not care about my situation. He was always there when I needed him. I cannot say enough positive things about Attorney Bill Hammett. This type commitment is nice to have when a divorce process is difficult. Attorney Bill Hammett and his staff are professional at what they do. I would recommend Attorney Bill Hammett to anyone that might be going through a divorce like I did. Thank you and your staff for all your hard work.

Posted by Kathi | June 16, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Excellent on all levels

Bill Hammett handled my unexpected and unwanted divorce. At our initial meeting, I was stunned, confused and didn't have a clue where to begin the process. He was compassionate without ever sacrificing professionalism. He displayed excellent knowledge of the case, represented me very well in both hea...rings, and was patient yet thorough in his explanations to my questions and concerns. In both hearings, his competence and defense strategy garnered the best possible outcome for me in terms of financial settlements. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mr. Hammett to anyone in need of a good divorce attorney. Both he and his staff served me graciously, courteously, and with great competence. I couldn't have asked for better.

Posted by Jerry | May 06, 2015 | Divorce & Separation

Fair and equitable

I used attorney Hammett for legal Council when I was getting divorced in 2012. I remember always going into meetings with many questions, fear, and apprehension. I also remember leaving the meetings with many answers, and the calming reassuring attitude. I felt like Bill was really on my side, and wa...s very detail oriented. I felt that he gave me a good counsel, and told me things that I needed to hear, even if I didn't necessarily want to hear them. No divorce is pleasurable, but I do feel that working with Bill got me a fair and equitable settlement. I would recommend using him to anyone of my friends.

Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2014 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Very Happy With My Choice

Bill and his staff handled my case with the utmost professionalism. I found him to be knowledgeable, and his expertise saved me thousands of dollars in potential settlement costs. Further, he also handled a very sensitive case with the highest degree of empathy, but with a matter-of-fact approach. ... Although I hope to never find myself in the situation where his services would be necessary, he will be my first phone call should it ever become necessary.

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William J. Hammett's Lawyer Endorsements

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Natalie Sturicz

Family lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Bill for over five years. He is not only experienced in family law but skilled and driven to achieve the best possible results for his clients. He is among the best attorneys in Wisconsin practicing family law."

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Jeffrey Oswald

Divorce and separation lawyer | Feb 12

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Bill is one of the best divorce attorneys in the entire state. He has the skill, legal knowledge, and trial skills that are second to none."

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Jeffrey Kippa

Family lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Bill's knowledge of the law, coupled with his dedication to his clients, make him one of the best family law attorneys in the state."

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Natalie Sturicz

Family lawyer

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Jeffrey Oswald

Criminal defense lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

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2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

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2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2009

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2008

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Partner, Hammett, Bellin, & Oswald, LLC

1991 - 1997

Managing Partner, Hammett Law Office

1989 - 1991

Associate, O'Neil, Cannon & Hollman

Associations

1991 - Present

Winnebago County Bar Association

Member

1989 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

1997 - 1998

Winnebago County Bar Association

President

Education

1989

Marquette University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

University of Wisconsin, Madison

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Publications

1989

Marquette Law Review, Vol 72/ No.4 "Percentage Leases" Is There a Need to Imply a Covenant of Continuous Operation

Languages

English

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