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I am an estate planning and probate attorney based in Denver, Colorado, with more than 30 years of experience in estate planning, trust drafting and administration, and probate and estate matters. Because every client and family is different, I take a practical, individualized approach to each matter, emphasizing solutions that fit the client’s particular circumstances and goals. I enjoy helping estate planning and trust clients put thoughtful plans in place, and I consider it a privilege to help families navigate the often difficult process of administering an estate after someone has died.
For 22 years, I served as an adjunct professor of law at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, teaching courses in Trusts and Estates, Health Law, and Elder Law. I have written and presented on a range of estate planning and elder law topics and have chaired and participated in numerous continuing legal education programs and professional conferences.
Originally from Kansas, I earned my bachelor’s degree and MBA from Wichita University and my law degree from Washburn University. After practicing in the Kansas City area, I relocated to Denver in 1995, where I earned a Master of Laws in Taxation (LL.M.) from the University of Denver and became a partner at a law firm specializing in estate planning, probate, special needs trusts, elder law, and Medicare compliance.
I am licensed to practice law in Colorado, Missouri, and Kansas and am also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court. My professional recognitions include an AV® Preeminent™ rating from Martindale-Hubbell, selection to Colorado Super Lawyers from 2019 through 2027, and an Avvo rating of 10.0 (“Superb”), including recognition as a “Top Attorney – Estate Planning.”
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Chat withState: Colorado
Acquired: 1996
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State: Missouri
Acquired: 1995
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State: Kansas
Acquired: 1994
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4500 Cherry Creek Drive South, Suite 960, Denver, CO, 80246
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Posted by Kenneth | April 23, 2025 | Hired Attorney
Outstanding Review for Byron K. Hammond - Attorney at Law
I recently had the privilege of working with Byron K. Hammond and his paralegal Phillip Le Bouef on a convoluted probate matter, and I can’t speak highly enough of their professionalism, expertise, and compassion throughout the process, which made the challenging situation much more manageable. Fr...
Posted by Michelle | February 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney
Excellent probate attorney
When my sibling died intestate, the legal and emotional issues seemed overwhelming. I'm so glad I found Byron (on this site actually). He and his assistant Phillip struck the perfect balance between sympathy and practicality. Although it wasn't the most straightforward probate, I was kept informed a...
Posted by Monica | July 21, 2022 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful person and wonderful lawyer
I lost my mom and grandmother back to back, I researched over 10 lawyers and found Byron to be the most knowledgeable and compassionate out of them. He is not cheap but his knowledge is outstanding. I had a lot of complexities with my moms estate, add in debts and siblings, and more debts. Plus add i...
Posted by Diana | January 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Wonderful estate lawyer
Byron K. Hammond is wonderful. My brother and I were left with a estate from our younger brother with no will and no beneficiaries. In addition there was a difficult situation involved. He worked tirelessly to obtain the best results for my brother's children and kept all involved sane. If you ev...
Posted by anonymous | May 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Probate
I was afraid of a costly mistakes that I could make doing probate. After trying to read a how to on the web, probate wasn't for me. I hired Byron to do the probate. This was the best money I've ever spent on a attorney. He made the job look simple, very punctual answering email or phone calls and alw...
"I endorse this lawyer. I had the pleasure of working with Byron on a thorny probate matter. Byron was always responsive, and always approached problems with great thought and confidence. Moreover, I observed his interaction with with his client and I can truly say that he demonstrated genuine care and concern. I would not hesitate to recommend Byron to any of my friends or family members."
"Byron is a great attorney who takes care of his clients with knowledge and kindness. I would recommend him to any of my clients and friends who need to create their estate plan."
"Byron Hammond is an experienced, intelligent and personable estate planning attorney. Byron listens carefully to his clients to help them clearly define their estate planning goals. Byron's in-depth knowledge of this complex area of law allows him to suggest alternatives for his clients to consider, and Byron works hard to efficiently implement the estate plan. I highly recommend Byron."
"Byron is passionate and assures that he has an in-depth understanding of his clients' needs and goals. Byron also demonstrates the importance of sensitivity during the estate planning process. Byron is skilled and highly regarded in the legal community. I highly recommend Byron."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is not only a stellar practicing attorney, but an inspiration as a law professor. His skill set and knowledge is why I am where I am today. I highly recommend him."
"Byron lit the flame of my interest in Estate Planning as his student years ago. I'm glad to call him a colleague now and to share the same profession. He's a gifted teacher and a solid practitioner."
"Byron is a first-rate professor and a talented and dedicated practicing attorney who leads the Colorado estate planning/health care/elder law bar with the utmost intelligence and ethics."
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2021
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Colorado Super Lawyer, Colorado Super Lawyers
2020
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Colorado Super Lawyer, Colorado Super Lawyers
2019
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Colorado Super Lawyer, Colorado Super Lawyers
2018
AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubble
2017
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
1994
Who's Who, Who's Who Legal
1993
Who's Who, Who's Who Legal
2014 - Present
Member, Law Office of Byron K. Hammond, LLC
2001 - Present
Adjunct Professor, Denver University Sturm College Of Law
2007 - 2014
Of Counsel, Law Office of Claire E. Dineen
2003 - 2007
Of Counsel, Sagrillo Hammond & Dineen, LLC
1995 - 2002
Partner, Sagrillo Hammond and Dineen, LLC
2004 - Present
Colorado GLBT Bar AssociationMember
2000 - Present
American Bar Association, Real Property and Probate SectionMember
2000 - Present
American Bar Association, Real Property, Trust and Estate Law SectionMember
1998 - Present
Colorado Bar Association, Trust and Estate SectionMember
1998 - Present
Colorado Bar Association, Elder Law SectionMember
1996 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
2004 - 2010
American Health Lawyers AssociationMember
2004 - 2010
American Health Lawyers AssociationMember
1996
LL.M - Master of Laws
1994
J.D.
1989
MBA
1987
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
2015
Conference Co-Chair
2012
Money, the Law and Your Aging Parents
2006
Advanced Directives – A Physician Perspective
2002
Medicaid Eligibility and the Medical Malpractice Settlement
2002
Federal Programs
2001
Using Estate Planning and Public Benefits in Compensation Settlements
2001
Governmental Liens and the New Medicare Coordination of Benefits Contract
2001
Dividing the Pie: The Government’s Interest in Personal Injury Settlements
2001
Medicare Set-Aside Trusts and Workers’ Compensation Settlement
2000
Governmental Liens and Post-Settlement Estate Planning for the Workers’ Compensation Claimant – Tools for the Defense Practitioner
1999
The Current Status of the Medicare Secondary Payer Program for Liability Insurers
1999
Settlement Planning for Future Medicare and Medicaid Eligibility
1999
Incorporating Public Benefits at the Administrative Level
1998
Estate Planning for the Disabled Beneficiary
1998
Settlement Planning for Future Medicare and Medicaid Eligibility
1998
Medicare Set-Aside Trusts and Medicaid Eligibility
1998
Estate Planning for the Large Estate
1997
Personal Injury Settlement Planning in Colorado
1997
The Basics of Medicare and Medicaid for the Structured Settlement Professional
N/A
Medicare and Medicaid Issues in Personal Injury and Workers’ Compensation Settlements
2001
2001
2001
1999
1997
1997
English