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Stephen Andrew Hamer
also known as Steve Hamer, Stephen Hamer
About Stephen
Biography
Stephen A. Hamer, Esq. is Manager and Senior Trial Attorney at the Hamer Law Firm located in Dallas, Texas. Mr. Hamer was born and raised in Southern California. He received a B.A. in Law & Society from UCSB, and a Juris Doctorate from ASL. During law school, he worked at the Commonwealth Attorney’s Offices in Russell County and Buchanan County, Virginia. Hamer Law Firm deals with businesses and individuals in need of Criminal Defense, or a Civil Litigator for actions in Consumer Law, Contracts, Personal Injury, Property Damage, and more. This Office has defended numerous criminal defendants accused of Felonies such as Aggravated Assault, Domestic Violence, Robbery, Burglary, Unlawful Possession of Firearm, Resisting Arrest, Engaging In Organized Criminal Activity, Possession and Distribution of Drugs, and more. Mr. Hamer greatly enjoys the law, and using it to help people. He prides himself on research, preparation, and aggressively and creatively defending and protecting the rights of his clients. Practices primarily in: Cooke, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant Counties. Most Recent Cases:
- Consumer Protection - DTPA VIOLATION - SUCCESSFUL SETTLEMENT
- Breach of Contract - SUCCESS IN COURT
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Contracts and Agreements
40%
17 years | 76 cases
Consumer Protection
30%
12 years | 43 cases
Criminal Defense
15%
13 years | 33 cases
Landlord or Tenant
10%
13 years | 18 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 200-300 per hour
Pro bono
10 %
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 16 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Hamer Law Firm
12000 Ford Rd, Ste A447, Dallas, TX, 75234
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Posted by anonymous | February 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney
Got me back every last penny
Stephen is very diligent, detailed oriented and fair. He is patient and perseverant which was needed to get me my complete recovery... and more!
Posted by anonymous | December 16, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Animal Law
Thank you!
Stephen assisted in my winning nearly $500,000 after my neighbor ran over and murdered my dog while continuing to drive away with my dog still clinging to the bottom of his car! He is an excellent attorney, and I will continue to use his services.
Posted by anonymous | October 11, 2012
Thank You Stephen Hamer!
I came to Stephen Hamer when I needed legal advice, and he was extremely helpful. I was especially impressed with his honesty when he assured me that I did not need to hire a lawyer. Stephen was able to calm my nerves, and in the end he proved to be right about everything.
Posted by anonymous | March 04, 2012
Excellent Attorney
Resolved several matter for me. Knows his stuff. Kept me informed. Incredibly honest (didn't bill me for time he was learning something new, told me about a way to solve a problem without his help). Recommend him absolutely without qualification.
Posted by anonymous | September 21, 2011 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Great Lawyer
Mr. Hamer helped me with a case and I found him to be very trustworthy, informative, as well being very knowledgable about all aspects of the case and the law. I would strongly recommend him to anyone looking for an honest and dependable lawyer.
Stephen Andrew Hamer's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Stephen Hamer on a legal matter and we were opposing counsel. He was very professional and always well prepared. I strongly endorse Stephen Hamer and he is a very knowledgeable attorney who is not afraid of the courtroom."
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"I endorse this lawyer., he is very professional and cares deeply for his clients needs. I would recommend him and use him myself if i ever =was on the other side of the court room."
"Mr. Hamer is gaining a reputation as great criminal defense counsel."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hammer is a intelligent and successful attorney. He always has great insight and is passionate about the law. If you need legal help, he is your guy."
"Mr Hamer is an excellent attorney that gets great results for his clients. I strongly endorse him."
"I don't know Mr. Hamer personally, but I've read many of his responses to questions on Avvo and he is very knowledgeable of the law. Mr. Hamer is highly respected in the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Criminal Defense - Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2014
Contracts - Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2014
Featured Attorney - Criminal Defense, Avvo
2014
Featured Attorney - Contracts, Avvo
2014
Best In US LAW In Texas, QuizUp
2013
Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2013
Criminal Defense - Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2013
Contracts/Agreements - Top Contributor Award, Avvo
2013
Featured Attorney - Contracts, Avvo
2013
Featured Attorney - Criminal Defense, Avvo
2008
Moot Court Board Certification, ASL
Work Experience
2014 - Present
VP, KEST LLC
2010 - Present
VP, Asset Direction Inc.
2010 - Present
Manager and Senior Trial Attorney, Hamer Law Firm
2010 - 2011
Attorney, Special Counsel
2009 - 2010
Attorney, Hudson Legal
2007 - 2008
Legal Intern, Buchanan County Commonwealth's Attorney
2006 - 2007
Legal Intern, Russell County Commonwealth's Attorney
1997 - 1998
Law Clerk, Reish Luftman Reicher & Cohen, A Professional Corporation
Associations
American Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Texas
Member
Dallas Bar Association
Member
Collin County Bar Association
Member
State Bar of Texas, Criminal Justice Section
Member
State Bar of Texas, General Practice, Solo, and Small Firm Section
Member
Moot Court Board
Board Member
Sample of Legal Cases
DTPA
Defendant settled, paid my client handsomely
Contract Dispute Over Property
Eviction Defense
Multi-state Property/Trust
1.5 Pounds Marijuana Delivery and Possession
90 Days county jail
Resisting Arrest and Domestic Violence / Strangulation
PROBATION
Breach Of Contract
Summary Judgment for Plaintiff.
Aggravated Robbery
DISMISSED
Organized Crime / Cocaine
DISMISSED
Burglary of Habitation
DISMISSED
Aggravated Assault / Family Violence
DISMISSED
Burglary of Habitation
DISMISSED
Education
2008
Appalachian School of Law
Doctor of Jurisprudence/Juris Doctor (J.D.)
N/A
University of Richmond, The T. C. Williams School of Law
N/A
UCLA
N/A
UCSB
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
What do I say in court for getting caught stealing? Do I plead guilty? Will I go to jail?
12 Dec 2013
Q&A
Blood draw results as 0.171 grams of alcohol per 100 milliliters of blood ? Was my blood alcohol level really high?
04 Dec 2013
Q&A
Acupuncture causing Pneumothorax. Is this a malpractice?
04 Dec 2013