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Ted P. Hammel is a Senior Partner at Hammel Law Offices, P.C. In 1985, Mr. Hammel earned his Bachelors of Science degree from the College of Business at Marquette University. After graduation, he was employed at the Continental National Bank of Chicago. In 1986, he enrolled in The John Marshall Law School of Chicago. During law school, he clerked for the United States Army Judge Advocate General’s Office VII Corp, Munich, Germany. While in Germany, he assisted soldiers with consumer purchasing issues, estate, & contract matters. In 1989, he graduated and received his degree of Juris Doctor. After two years as a Will County Assistant Public Defender, he established Hammel Law Offices, P.C., in Joliet, Illinois, concentrating in criminal, landlord tenant, and family law matters. In 2005, he merged with Brumund & Jacobs, and subsequently worked extensively in the areas of criminal, traffic and DUI offenses. He is now an active member of the Illinois State Bar Association (ISBA) 1) Criminal Justice Section Council, 2) Traffic Laws & Courts Section Council, and 3) Standing Committee On Judicial Evaluations - Outside Cook County. Recently, he was elected to the Assembly of the ISBA. The Assembly is the supreme policy making body of the ISBA. Additionally, in Will County, he is Chairman of the Will County Bar Association Criminal Law Committee. He is a regular presenter at the Will County & ISBA’s seminar’s regarding Criminal, DUI and traffic offenses. 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.
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Posted by anonymous | October 22, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Great attorney
I received a traffic citation, my first ever. I called Ted and throughout the whole process he was calm and calmed me down. Very reassuring and even enabled my visits and court appearance via zoom because of my disability. His strategy was successful. Whenever I talked with him I felt more at eas...
Posted by Dynasty | August 02, 2023 | Hired Attorney
2 misdemeanor speeding tickets in Will County
Ted Hammel is the best traffic in Illinois hands down!! He’s work magic beyond my expectations and saved my livelihood more than once! I cannot find enough words to thank Ted for everything he’s done. He’s caring, professional, and creates the best mitigation package to reduce any penalties. Thanks a...
Posted by Cheryl | June 07, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Definitely Recommend!
The first sign that I made the right choice in calling Mr. Hammel was when I called his office on my way to work at 7:30 a.m. fully intending to just leave a voice mail and he actually answered the phone! Upon supplying him with the initial information he asked for, he called and said he would repre...
Posted by Brandon | February 03, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Unexpected
Being a CDL holder, having tickets on my record is not an option. After getting a pretty hefty speeding ticket, I made some quick searches to find somebody, and fast. Ted’s name came up. One phone call is all it took. The next time we spoke was the day of court, in which he said, “good news, I protec...
Posted by Dylan Thompson | September 20, 2022 | Hired Attorney
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Ted Hammel is a great lawyer he tells you what you need to do and get to make the case easier and works with whatever you got I would recommend him to anyone if you have a traffic case
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"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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10 Best, American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
2004 - Present
Partner, Castle Law formerly Brumund Jacobs Hammel Davidson & Andreano, LLC
1989 - 2004
President, Hammel Law Offices, PC
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
Reversed
1989
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BS - Bachelor of Science
2015
Discovery in Criminal Cases
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