Donald R Hammond

Donald R Hammond

also known as Don Hammond

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 15 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Torrance, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

21515 Hawthorne Blvd., Ste. 590, Torrance, CA

About Donald

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 60%

Don has the same DUI training as the police, and uses their training to help his clients. DUI is a complex area, and Don understands the ins and outs of the California DUI system.

14 years

60%
Criminal Defense 40%

Felonies and misdemeanors; drug crimes, DUI, hit & run, theft, robbery, burglary, vandalism, domestic violence; parole hearings; writs of habeas corpus.

16 years

40%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 15 years

State: California

Acquired: 2010

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Donald R. Hammond

21515 Hawthorne Blvd., Ste. 590, Torrance, CA, 90503

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Donald R Hammond's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Professional and quick response

I called Attorney Donald R. Hammond for a consultation. He answered the phone right away (no answering service or paralegal which is great). Don was able to answer my questions right away and told me what to do if a certain events were to occur. Don is very articulate and detailed- the type of att...orney you want.

Posted by Melanie | September 29, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Highly Reccomend!

Getting in trouble can be unbelievably scary, and having someone in your corner makes the process quite a bit easier to handle. I am a corporate recruiter in Aerospace & Defense, a business owner, and an influential person within my church community. Getting in any sort of trouble with the law has a ...serious impact on various parts of my life, as it would anyone else. Don Hammond was referred to me by a dear friend of mine. He was kind, patient, professional, and there for me at a very pivotal time in my life. He showed up immediately (in the middle of the night) at the drop of a dime, with one simple call. Don eased my fears, answered my questions, and helped me through one of the biggest storms in my life. He would conveniently coordinate meetings close to where I was, he would even come to me when we needed to exchange paperwork, talk, etc. I still call him from time to time with questions, and he always gets back to me within a few hours. I'm grateful for his services and would highly recommend working with Don.

Posted by Randy | November 13, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Shouldn't have waited so long!

After years of trying to get a former business partner to live up to his end of a contract, I knew my time was running out. I didn't want the hassle and expense of going to court, but it seemed like I had no choice. Don came highly recommended, so I hired him to file suit. But when the other part...y was faced with the prospect of going up against a high-powered attorney, he blinked and finally got serious about settling the matter outside of court. Don handled the negotiations like a pro, and got me a better deal than I hoped for. I should have hired Don years ago, but I will sure be quick to call him anytime I need expert legal advice in the future.

Posted by Olivia | October 20, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

When you need expert assistance

Sometimes I really hate being right. When it comes to my fiance for instance. I have often warned him about being a hothead that doesn't know when to shut up. Sure enough, his smart mouth got hom into hot water, and when someone called the police, he tried talking himself out of trouble but only dug ...a deeper hole. There's no doubt the charges are trumped up but now we're stuck cleaning up this mess. Good thing we were referred to Mr. Hammond for help. He let us know what the situation is and how things could work out. There are no guarantees but I am feeling much better since meeting with him. The legal system is not a friendly place to find yourself so you definitely need someone like Mr. Hammond to help you so you don't get chewed up and spit out by it.

Posted by Carlos | October 9, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Gave me a second chance!

Like many people (such as most of my friends), I did some stupid things when I was younger. But unlike most, I got caught, then got some very bad advice, and ended up with a black mark on my record that has been following me around. Recently, it cost me a great job opportunity and I said enough is en...ough. I was lucky to find Mr. Hammond (he likes to be called Don, he's not a typical stuffy lawyer). He knew exactly what to do and filed a bunch of paperwork and got it pushed through to help me. My record has been cleaned up like it never happened. Although I missed out on a great job, I am now applying for other positions with a lot more confidence and know that I won't have to worry about getting that awkward phone call again. Thanks Don!

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Donald R Hammond's Lawyer Endorsements

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Mark Swatik

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I am asked about a well qualified criminal defense attorney to assist people when an encounter with law enforcement occurs. I am a big believer in avoiding every consideration in driving a motor vehicle after consuming excessive alcohol, especially knowing that Uber and Lyft options are so readily available nowadays. Nevertheless, mistakes are made, and I firmly believe that drunk driving arrests need to be considered for prosecution, but I also firmly believe that each person should have an attorney who is an expert in this area to evaluate their circumstances and confirm that the correct laws are being enforced and that legal rights are being protected. Attorney Hammond has attended extensive training in alcohol screening analysis and court procedures that pertain to allegations of DUI. Therefore, as a societal norm, we all discourage DUI, but if an arrest occurs, he is the best attorney to assist you."

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Lisa Houlé

DUI and DWI lawyer | Mar 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Don is excellent when it comes to anything involving DUIs. He understands the science, knows how to cross-examine police officers and will zealously represent any client through this process is court."

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Jeffrey Lewis

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Don Hammond understand DUI law backwards and forwards. He routinely out maneuvers the prosecutors in this field. I would not hesitate to refer someone arrested for DUI to Don for a robust defense."

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Bron D'Angelo

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred several clients to Don and they have all been thrilled with the results. Unlike many of his peers, Don has been trained to know the requirements of an arrest and is able to utilize that knowledge to protect his clients. Highly recommend."

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Zein Obagi

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 26

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Since we attended law school at USC Gould, Donald Hammond has been dedicated to the constitutional rights of those accused of crimes. At USC, he served on the board of the Post Conviction Justice Project. Since that time, he has represented a number of clients who were overcharged or wrongfully charged for crimes, and helped them get justice. He is aggressive for his clients, and does not give up. He knows the system very well."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2018

Best of San Pedro - Criminal Defense Lawyers, San Pedro Award Program

2017

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2010 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Donald R. Hammond

2011 - 2014

Contract Associate, Raymond Paul Johnson, A Law Corporation

2010 - 2010

Post-Conviction Justice Project Fellow, University Of Southern California Law School

2007 - 2008

Law Clerk, Raymond Paul Johnson, A Law Corporation

2007 - 2008

Legal Extern, Federal Aviation Administration

Associations

2018 - Present

South Bay Bar Association

Member

2017 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2017 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2016 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2016 - Present

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Executive Member

2016 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2011 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

Fair Chance Project

Legal Clinic Director

2009 - Present

Lawyer Pilots Bar Association

Member

1993 - Present

Civil Air Patrol

Captain / Pilot / Legal Officer

2010 - 2013

California Habeas Project

Advisory Committee Member

Sample of Legal Cases

People v Lucas

Parole Granted

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Education

2009

University of Southern California Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

2005

Occidental College

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2019

Waterfront BNI

Recent Developments in Criminal Defense & Case Results

2019

Torrance Kiwanis

You Want Me to do What? DUI Pitfalls

2019

Rolling Hills Kiwanis

You Want Me to do What? DUI Pitfalls

2019

Narbonne High School

Dialogues on Freedom

2019

Lomita Kiwanis

You Want Me to do What? DUI Pitfalls

2018

Waterfront BNI

What to Do When Suspected of DUI

2018

Parole Clinic 2018

Psych Reports in the Parole Process

2017

Waterfront BNI

Post-Conviction Relief

2017

Waterfront BNI

Your Rights During a Police Encounter

2017

Narbonne High School

Dialogues on Freedom

2016

Waterfront BNI

Recent Updates in DUI Defense

2016

Narbonne High School

Dialogues on Freedom

2015

Fair Chance Project

Preparing for Parole

2012

Think Outside the Cage, KPFK Radio Program guest

Recent Developments in AEDPA

2010

Meeting

Battered Women in the Parole Process

Publications

2018

2017

DonHammondLaw.com Lewd Acts with a Child

2017

DonHammondLaw.com DUI Sentencing Enhancement

Languages

English

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