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As an attorney in private practice in the Denver metro area and Colorado Springs, Catherine Hammond provides extensive estate and tax planning services to individuals and businesses, as well as elder law, Medicaid planning, probate, and trust administration. Ms. Hammond’s primary focus is protecting families from the devastating legal effects of disability and death. Through proper planning, individuals and families can avoid probate, protect their assets, pass on their legacies, and provide for the security of their loved ones. She will take the time to get to know you as individuals, to learn about your life and values, and work closely with you through an ongoing relationship to ensure your personal and financial goals are met as your life and the laws change over the years.
Ms. Hammond combines a background in business with a wide range of legal and personal experience to provide her clients with a uniquely practical perspective. An attorney since 1993, she devotes her practice solely to estate and legacy planning. Ms. Hammond also offers educational workshops on a variety of estate planning topics to both the general public and private groups, in addition to having taught Estate Planning and Taxation at Colorado Technical University.
Experience
Ms. Hammond learned firsthand the effects of failing to plan when her mother developed early-onset Alzheimer’s Disease without any planning documents in place, requiring her to endure the living probate of her mother’s estate. Through that experience she determined to help others avoid the added headache and heartache of a complicated and expensive legal process by obtaining a law degree and devoting her practice to estate planning.
Ms. Hammond’s professional experience began during law school when she worked for an estate planning and probate firm in Denver. Upon finishing law school, she worked on a contract basis with Denver-based Sherman & Howard. She then moved on to LexisNexis, a group providing authoritative legal information for attorneys nationwide, where she managed a team of attorneys and developed a knowledge of and love for the business world. Now, fulfilling her dream as a counselor and planner, she advises her clients on how best to achieve their goals while eliminating or reducing legal fees, taxes, publicity, and family conflict.
Ms. Hammond is a member of WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the Colorado Springs Estate Planning Council, the Colorado and El Paso Bar associations, and is trained as a reconciler through Peacemaker Ministries. She formerly served on the Board of Governors for the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. She is admitted to practice law before the Supreme Court of Colorado as well as the U.S. District Courts.
Education
Ms. Hammond completed her undergraduate work at Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa in 1987, with a major in French and a minor in Psychology. She earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver College of Law in 1993, with a concentration in estate planning, tax, and mediation.
Personal
Outside the office, Ms. Hammond enjoys a wide variety of activities including hiking, playing with her dogs, reading, writing and spending time with her daughters and granddaughters. She loves to cook and has a special interest in planned charitable giving.
Estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, probate and trust administration. All services tailored to your needs and goals, protecting your family and your legacy.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Estate Planning
60%
25 years | 2,000 cases
Elder Law
10%
25 years
Probate
10%
25 years
Trusts
10%
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Payment Methods
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- Check
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Licenses
Licensed in Colorado for 31 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
Hammond Law Group, LLC
2955 Professional Place, Suite 300, Colorado Springs, CO, 80904
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(303) 736-6060
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865 Albion Street, Suite 250, Denver, CO, 80220
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Posted by Elaine | September 07, 2014 | Estate Planning
Prepare To Be Educated & Made to Feel Like The #1 Client
Before I retired, I got all my ducks in a row” as far as preparing accounts, documents etc. for my children upon my death or incapacity. However, our family experienced a true nightmare late last year. It became apparent to me I needed to do more. I attended a seminar w/ HLG and decided to meet with ...
Posted by Amy | August 04, 2014 | Estate Planning
Fantastic Experience!
We saw Catherine to create a trust since we've never had any Estate Plan or even a Will. What a seamless experience! From the informational seminar through the final signing, Catherine and the entire staff were friendly, understanding & knowledgeable. We know what to expect at every appointment and f...
Posted by Julie | July 25, 2014 | Wills & Living Wills
Exceptional Client Service
We had a will done. Catherine did an amazing job giving us all the information we needed to make an informed decision. What a relief to know that our kids will be taken care of if anything happen to us!
Posted by Judith | March 11, 2014 | Estate Planning
Exceptional Client Service
We attended an Estate Planning seminar provided in August of 2013. Based on that seminar, we decided to proceed to perform our Estate Planning using the services of Catherine Hammond. Explanations were clear, would have liked more time to real actual documents prior to signing.
Posted by Kat D | August 29, 2013 | Estate Planning
In Good Hands
Creating a Revocable Living Trust seemed like an overwhelming and frightening task until I met with Catherine Hammond. As I sat and listened to her explained things and the way she has responded to my questions made me feel like I was doing the right thing for the right reasons and with the right per...
Catherine Hammond's Lawyer Endorsements
"Catherine is a well respected attorney in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. She has built a strong team delivering valuable services to clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I've known Catherineafor several years. She is an exceptional estate planning attorney. Catherine is a warm and compassionate attorney who is well suites for the specialty area of law. She works tirelessly to ensure that her clients receive piece of mind through comprehensive estate planning. I wholeheartedly endorse Catherine."
"I met Catherine nearly eight years ago through our membership in the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. Over the years, I have gotten to know and respect Catherine. She is an exceptional attorney and is very devoted to her clients. I highly recommend Catherine!"
"I have known Catherine for 4 years and highly recommend her and the Hammond Law Group for estate planning, probate and elder law matters. Both Catherine and I are members of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, a prestigious law firm organization focusing on estate planning and elder law."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Catherine serves her clients with enthusiasm. She has a personal story experiencing the challenges in her own family which makes her especially effective and compassionate when working with her clients. I've worked with Catherine and her office on numerous occasions. Her ethics and ability are unquestioned."
"I endorse this lawyer. Catherine cares about her clients and uses her in-depth estate planning knowledge to proved the best solution for the client."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been associated with her for several years, observing her dedication to her client's welfare and best interests. She practices with integrity and professionalism in all of her legal endeavors."
"I endorse this lawyer. They are an expert in the field of estate planning."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"As a long-time estate planning attorney, and as a member of NAELA and the Academy of VA Pension Planners, I am happy to endorse Catherine. She is a dedicated attorney of considerable talent and skill. Her sincere and professional representation of clients for estate planning and elder law makes her a credit to the legal profession. I am happy to endorse her. We need more attorneys like her in the legal profession."
"Catherine is an experienced attorney who is well qualified to handle all estate planning matters."
"Catherine's love for her work and professionalism come across in her practice and everyday work. I endorse her as an attorney and as a professional."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I know Catherine through the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and I have the privilege of knowing her for several years. She is a compassionate attorney who cares deeply for her clients. Catherine is very knowledgeable of federal and her state laws concerning estate planning and taxation. I highly recommend her."
"As a California estate planning attorney, I found Catherine on AVVO while searching online for an estate planning and Medicaid lawyer in Colorado to handle the estate planning needs for clients with relatives in Colorado with serious health issues that required immediate attention. Catherine was very responsive and I received feedback from the family that praised her caring and professional response to their needs. I was pleased with the very positive outcome and would not hesitate to refer clients to her again in the future."
"I have had the fortune of working with Barbara on a handful of cases, and have referred numerous clients to her. I can say firsthand that Barbara has that special combination of passion and expertise, which results in outstanding legal services for her clients."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have known Catherine for several years through the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. Catherine not only has the knowledge and technical expertise in the estate planning and elder law fields, but also has a commitment to excellent client service that sets her apart. I would recommend Catherine to anyone in her area seeking a highly qualified and caring attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I met Catherine through the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. I have worked with Catherine on a number of occasions and my clients have always been pleased. She and her staff help people have a great experience with difficult issues. I would not hesitate to refer a client to her office."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Best Attorney (Hammond Law Group), Colorado Springs Independent
2016
Best Attorney (Hammond Law Group), Colorado Springs Independent Newspaper
2009
Accredited Attorney, Veterans Administration
2006
Certificate of Completion - IRA Training, Ed Slott
2005
Certificate of Completion - Mediation/Reconciler Training, Peacemaker Ministries
Work Experience
2005 - Present
Estate Planning Attorney/Founder, Hammond Law Group, LLC
2008 - 2011
Adjunct Professor - Estate Planning & Taxation, Colorado Technical University
1999 - 2004
Legal Enhancement Editorial Manager (managed 30 Attorneys), LexisNexis
1995 - 1997
Contract Attorney, Sherman & Howard (Denver)
1991 - 1992
Law Clerk, Law Offices
Associations
2017 - Present
HEARTful Caregivers FoundationBoard of Directors
2017 - Present
American Academy of Estate Planning AttorneysBoard of Governors
2016 - Present
Springs Rescue MissionBoard of Directors
2010 - Present
National Academy of Elder Law AttorneysMember
2009 - Present
Estate Planning Council of Colorado SpringsMember
2005 - Present
American Academy of Estate Planning AttorneysMember
1994 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
1994 - Present
Colorado Bar Association, Trust and Estate SectionMember
2010 - 2012
Colorado Springs Cerebral Palsy AssociationBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
Estate Planning
Couple created Revocable Living Trust-based plan
Estate Planning/Trust Administration
Estate wrapped up within five days of death
Education
1993
University of Denver College of Law
Juris Doctorate
1987
Coe College
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2017
Men's Golf Club - Garden of the Gods Club
Modern Estate Planning
2017
KRDO - The Extra
Disability planning
2017
KRDO - The Extra
Asset Protection/Medicaid Planning
2017
Alzheimer's Association Education Series
Legal and financial issues
2016
Successful Aging Expo
Modern Estate Planning
2016
Alzheimer's Association Education Series
Legal and financial issues
2015
Southeast Christian Church - Parker
Preparing for Incapacity
2015
Alzheimer's Association Reason to Hope Luncheon
Pursuing Hope in the Face of Alzheimer's
2015
Alzheimer's Association Education Series
Legal and Financial Issues
2014
United Food and Commercial Workers Union Annual Meeting
Wills and Trusts
2014
The Palisades Community Education Series
Surviving the Holidays When a Loved One Has Dementia
2014
Alzheimer's Association Education Series
Legal and Financial Issues
2013
United Food and Commercial Workers Union Annual Meeting
Wills and Trusts
2013
Liberty Heights Community Education Series
Estate Planning
2010
Veterans Helping Veterans
Estate Planning
2010
Institute for Management Accountants Monthly Meeting
Estate Planning
2010
Estate Planning Workshop
Wills and Trusts
2010
Elder Law Workshop
Veterans' Benefits and Medicaid Planning
2009
Southern Colorado Residential Renters Association Monthly Meeting
Estate Planning for Business Owners
2009
National Association of Retired Federal Employees
Estate Planning
2006
Integrity Bank and Trust Annual Client Meeting
Charitable Giving
Publications
2017
Online video course for people with a loved one with dementia
The Caregiver Course
2016
American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys
Planning Your Legacy - Book
2009
CO Nursing Home, Assisted Living and Hospice Guide
CO Nursing Home, Assisted Living and Hospice Guide
2006
Integrity Bank and Trust Client Newsletter
Charitable Giving
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Q&A
My brother is executor of our parents estate. Can he make all decisions without talking to the siblings?
24 Jun 2015
Q&A
Who is responsible to pay for funeral expenses in Ca?
08 Jul 2010
Q&A
Was named executor in a will that is being contested
17 Jun 2010
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Pet Planning in Colorado
22 May 2010
Legal Guide
Vital Estate Planning Issues to Address In Event of Divorce
21 May 2010
Legal Guide
Taking Care of Your Financial Affairs if You Become Disabled in Colorado
13 Feb 2010