Eric Troy Hamilton

Eric Troy Hamilton

4.6
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 26 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at Visalia, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

1330 W Center Ave, Visalia, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 26 years

State: California

Acquired: 1999

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Law Office of Eric Hamilton

1330 W Center Ave, Visalia, CA, 93291

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Eric Troy Hamilton's Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Family

Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Family

Excellent Attorney

Eric has been my attorney since 2011 wherein he finalized my divorce. He now represents my brother in a criminal matter. On Monday Eric was able to get three out of four of the felonies dropped and is petitioning the court for dismissal of the remaining charge. Eric’s passion for justice shines an...d after 14 months in jail, it looks like my brother will be released soon. I referred my brother to Eric and would recommend Eric Hamilton to anyone struggling with legal issues whether it be family law or criminal charges. Eric is affordable and diligent. I would recommend him again and again over.

Posted by Jeremy | September 12, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Family

BASICALLY PAID HIM TO DEAL WITH OTHER CLIENTS

When I first made an apt with Eric Hamilton, it was at his office. After I explained my situation, he was very quick to shoot every question of mine down and was very negative towards me. Well, I was in a bind and hired him. I was at court and .... well, he was not there on time. When he was ther...e, he didn't even talk with me or ask for any explanations or anything from the other attorney that my ex had. It's like he was afraid to ask anything, just agreed to everything. Sure, I could've fired him, but again, I was in a bind. We went into the back for child support hearing and it was me, the ex and her attorney.... Eric Hamilton was outside talking to another client. It was so bad, that the opposing attorney, Smith-Hensen asked me if I wanted her help. I was so embarrassed, it was ridiculous. I still got raked over the coals. I've seen him in court within the past year talking to his clients and I wanted so badly to warn them, however I didn't know what bind they may be in, like I was. It took him 3 years to dispute my last review... 3 years!!! I do not personally recommend this attorney to anyone going through a family law case. Not whatsoever.

Posted by Ann Wilson | March 20, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

Fantastic representation from Eric Hamilton!

Eric Hamilton was hired to help my daughter in a family matter. He was so thoughtful and paid attention to the details of the case. He knew exactly what to do and say in court to win. My daughter and her family will always be grateful to Eric for what he accomplished. I would recommend hiring Eric ...Hamilton.

Posted by anonymous | March 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Family

OUTSTANDING ATTORNEY

Mr. Hamilton has represented me in court on 3 separate occasions in the past 2 years regarding family law issues. He did an outstanding job all three times. He is caring and professional. I hope I never need an attorney again, but if I do, he will be the one I call. Thank you Mr. Hamilton.

Posted by David | November 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Family

Best money ever spent

Eric is the best lawyer out there. First of all when I called him the first time was on a Sunday and he returned my call first thing Monday morning and we set up an appointment to meet on that Wednesday. I live 200 miles away from him so it was the quickest I could get to him, once I met him I hired... him after talking to him for 5 minutes. And it was the best choice I ever made. My case for child support and other things kept getting delayed but he stayed on top of it, he answered every email, he returned every phone call. There where even times we talked on a Sunday. Once my case was before the judge Eric did an awesome job, I couldn't have been happier with the results Eric got me. If I ever have to deal with this again Eric is on my speed dial cause he will be the one that I call. There is nobody better.

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Eric Troy Hamilton's Lawyer Endorsements

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George Munoz

Family lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Eric is a highly skilled, diligent and knowledgeable attorney who is well-known in the legal community for his outstanding professionalism. He was able to obtain satisfactory results even for clients whose cases were incredibly difficult by dedicating his time and effort to achieve the best results. I certainly endorse this lawyer and have no doubt he will be of great help to anyone seeking legal advice or representation within his main areas of practice. - Anthony Munoz"

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Kathleen Phillips

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hamilton is one of the best criminal defense attorneys you will see in trial. He fights for his clients and will explain real options instead of trying to force you to take a plea deal. He is very busy, but is dedicated to each and every client. He utilizes these same qualities in representing family law clients."

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Tiffany Smith-Henson

Family lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Ashley Philpot

Family lawyer | Feb 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Principal, Law Office of Eric T. Hamilton

2000 - 2002

Deputy Public Defender, Tulare County Public Defender

1997 - 2000

Clerk, Tulare County Public Defender

Sample of Legal Cases

VCF 102648

Jury acquittal

VCF 107307

Jury acquittal

VCF 217782

Jury acquittal

VCF 251455

Jury acquittal

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Education

1999

San Joaquin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

California State University, Fresno

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Spanish

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