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4.8 /5.0
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In 1985, Mr. Hammel earned his degree in Bachelors of Science from the Marquette University College of Business. Subsequently, he was employed at the Continental National Bank of Chicago for one year. During law school, he clerked for the United States Army Judge Advocate Generals Office VII Corp, Munich Germany. In 1989, he received his Juris Doctor from the John Marshall School of Law in Chicago. After two years as a Will County Assistant Public Defender, he established Hammel Law Offices, P.C., in Joliet, Illinois. In 2005, he merged with Brumund & Jacobs, and subsequently worked extensively in the areas of criminal, traffic and DUI offenses. He is an annual instructor at the Will County Bar Association’s seminar regarding DUI and traffic offenses, and assisted in many prior ISBA seminars. In 2002, he became qualified to administer field sobriety testing in the State of Illinois, and has testified in many Will County Cases regarding the administration of field sobriety testing. His cases in the area of DUI/Criminal law are: People v. Madden, 273 114, 652 N.E.2d 480, 3RD Dist., June 30, 1995; People v. Allen, 375 810, 873 N.E.2d 30, 3RD Dist., August 07, 2007; People v. Love, 393 196, 911 N.E.2d 1015, 3rd Dist., June 03, 2009; People v. Miklos, 393 205, 914 N.E.2d 506, 3rd Dist., July 17, 2009; People v. Garstecki, 234 430, 917 N.E.2d 465, September 24, 2009; People v. Ziobro, 242 34, 949 N.E.2d 631, April 21, 2011; People v. Riffice, 392 961, 911 N.E.2d 1244, 3rd Dist., July 08, 2009; People v. Coners, 374 425, 871 N.E.2d 257, 3rd Dist., June 26, 2007; People v. Donnelly, 327 1101, 765 N.E.2d 496, 3rd Dist., February 21, 2002; People v. Kazenko, 972 N.E.2d 815, 3rd Dist., July 02, 2012; People v. Santovi, 2014 IL App (3d) 130075, --- N.E.3d ----, 2014 WL 2191364, . 3 Dist.,2014, May 27, 2014.
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5
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
58%
35 years
Criminal Defense
18%
35 years
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
14%
35 years
Appeals
5%
35 years
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Licensed in Illinois for 36 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1989
No misconduct found
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Posted by anonymous | February 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
First Rate Representation!
I've never been in court before in my entire life, but a friend convinced me to try Ted Hammel when I decided to fight a ticket. He kept me informed, kept me calm, and kept me moving forward throughout the entire ordeal. I would highly recommend Ted for anyone who needs someone who knows exactly what...
Posted by mike | February 09, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Ted will help you beyond expectation
I was involved in an accident in July of 2019 where I was struck by another vehicle. After having the accident investigated, I was arrested for DUI for being just over the limit. I was recommended Ted from friends who work in law enforcement that know him and how good he is in court. Before speaking ...
Posted by Steven | December 10, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Steve lee
Not only did Mr. Hammel do a great job on my case most of us are worried when we go to court I was very nervous as Mr. Hammel kept me calm throughout the whole process he is a gentleman and a scholar and the best lawyer I know I highly recommend her services I wouldn’t hire anybody else he kept me ...
Posted by anonymous | November 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
First class representation!
I was charged with aggravated DUI/4. No death or injury to others. The fact that this was my 4th offense was enough to make this a very serious matter. My last offense being 15 years ago, that doesn't matter in Illinois. Facing 3-7 years in DOC I thought my life was over. Ted and his team guided me t...
Posted by anonymous | September 24, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The best of the best
Ted has represented me twice now, and we won both times. It was a difficult case that came back at me, but he handled it with professionalism and skill. I owe him my reputation and my livelihood, and would recommend him to anyone who is experiencing legal issues.
Ted Peter Hammel's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I have worked on all types of criminal and traffic matters against Ted. He is one of the most respected defense attorneys in town and highly recommended."
"I have watched Ted practice in the same courtrooms as myself for several years. Ted is considered by many attorneys as the "go to" lawyer on DUI matters. I often seek his valued opinion on many of my own cases."
"Ted is a very knowledgeable, savvy, & dedicated attorney. He aggressively defends his clients that has given him a hard-earned reputation for excellence."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ted Ted is the attorney you need to hire if you are charged with a DUI. He knows the law, knows the system and knows how to work the system to his client's advantage."
"I endorse this attorney. He is one of the best DUI attorneys in the State of Illinois. As an attorney also, I have learned much from Ted's success. He is always going the extra mile for his clients and is continually on top of the changes in the law and practices to best serve his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have personally known Ted for years and his DUI knowledge and skill are second to none. Ted is widely considered one of the best attorneys in the entire State and should be hired with absolute confidence."
"Ted is one of the best DUI attorneys in the State of Illinois. If you or a loved one have been arrested in Will county, call Ted now."
"Ted is one of the Top DUI and traffic lawyers in Illinois. If I ever needed his services [which I hope I never do] I would not hesitate to hire Ted. A true pro."
"Ted Hammel knows DUI law inside and out. He is an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association where he actively works to shape the future of DUI and traffic law in Illinois. If someone I cared about got a DUI, I would trust Ted to get them the best outcome possible."
"Ted is the first person I would recommend to a friend or family member with a criminal issue. He is an expert in his field, and has a true passion for what he does."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2016
10 Best, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
Work Experience
2004 - Present
Partner, Castle Law formerly Brumund Jacobs Hammel Davidson & Andreano, LLC
1989 - 2004
President, Hammel Law Offices, PC
Associations
2016 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationISBA Criminal Justice Section Council
2016 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2015 - Present
Illinois State Bar Association, General AssemblyISBA Assembly Member
2011 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationISBA Traffic Laws & Courts Section Council
2011 - Present
Illinois State Bar AssociationISBA Standing Committee On Judicial Evaluations - Outside Cook
2010 - Present
Will County Bar Association, Criminal Law CommitteeChairman
Sample of Legal Cases
People vs. Madden; 273 Ill.App.3d 114
Reversed
Education
1989
John Marshall Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
Marquette University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Criminal Law Seminar, Elgin Illinois
Discovery in Criminal Cases
Publications
2012
The newsletter of the ISBA’s Section on Traffic Laws & Courts
Uncounseled misdemeanor convictions may lead to felonies charges under People ex rel. Glasgow v. Kinney
2010
The newsletter of the ISBA’s Section on Traffic Laws & Courts
How to avoid multiple court appearances
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
Can a 13 year old dui be removed from your dmv record? A recent job said it didn't show up on their check. Is that possible?
23 Apr 2016
Q&A
Considering re-opening an old Nolle Prosequi DUI Case in Du Page County.
09 Sep 2013