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4.6 /5.0
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Biography
Managing attorney of Shawn P. Hammond and Associates which consists of two attorneys and four secretaries.
Shawn Hammond is an Augusta attorney with over 16 years of legal experience, 26 years of military experience and has handled over 2500 cases.
We specialize in the areas of: Divorce; Military Divorce; Custody; Grandparent Custody; Adoption; and, DUI.
Shawn Hammond is the only attorney in the United States who has served as an Infantry Officer who has had combat commands in both Afghanistan and Iraq.
In January 2006 Shawn Hammond closed his law office for a 21 month deployment with 16 consecutive months spent in front line ground combat in Afghanistan and Iraq. For his service he was awarded numerous medals including the Bronze Star and the Combat Infantrymans Badge.
Shawn demonstrates dominating trial skills that reflect a blend of his legal and combat experiences. Combat hardened for courtroom battle is a terms that most lawyers in Augusta and other areas of the state have come to respect.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
45%
30 years | 2,250 cases
DUI and DWI
15%
30 years | 350 cases
Juvenile Law
15%
30 years | 500 cases
Child Custody
10%
30 years | 500 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2014 2011
Licenses
Licensed in Georgia for 29 years
State: Georgia
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
Location
Shawn P. Hammond and Associates
(706) 860-2022
Fax
601 North Belair Square, Suite 7, Augusta, GA
hammondlaw.org/Gallery
Online Presence
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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | 1 star
Posted by Rachel | December 13, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Horrible!
My lawyer did not respond to questions in a timely manner. He spoke with me about changing my name after divorce but never put it in the paperwork so now I have another battle. When I called back to find out what I needed to do, I was told it was my fault I did not let him know (though we talked ab...
Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Unprofessional
Took over 2 months to give us the court papers in our case. At the two month mark I was told they were still being drafted after being told the week before I would have them by the end of the week.
Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
I fired Shawn because he lacked the skills I needed for my case
My family has a long tradition of military service so when I found Shawn's website on the internet that emphasizes his military background I decided I wanted to give back to those who have served our country. Without interviewing other attorneys in the Augusta area I hired Shawn sight-unseen to repr...
Posted by anonymous | May 05, 2018 | Divorce & Separation
Didn’t make it past a phone call
I was threatened by divorce from my husband. Having raised our 3 children and worked part time I didn’t have much to back me. My husband was a trust fund baby and told me I’d get nothing. I was scared. I’ve never been divorced. I called for “free counsel” I spoke with his partner who was very kind an...
Posted by REBECCA | February 02, 2015 | Child Support
PLEASE DO NOT HIRE SHAWN HAMMOND!!!
I hired Shawn to go after my ex's $20,000 child support arrears. He SEEMED to be ready for court. We arrived at court where I found out he had filed the WRONG paperwork and I was PRESSURED into signing a final order where he took my ex's attorney's word for EVERYTHING! Including a financial form wher...
Shawn Hammond
Replied last February 02, 2015Shame on Avvo for allowing a false review like this to be posted. This is not an actual review from a real client and in no way reflects our practice or our commitment to our clients. Unfortunately, it does highlight the intensity of family law cases and how other lawyers and other parties can allow themselves and their anger to get out of control. How sad and unfortunate.
Shawn Patrick Hammond's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse Attorney Hammond. He provides zealous representation to his clients and is very knowledgeable."
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"I endorse Shawn. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Shawn Hammond is one of the hardest working and most knowledgeable Domestic Law Attorneys in the Augusta area. He really understands the military community and is willing to do whatever is necessary to take care of them and their families."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an expert in military divorce. I would highly recommend this attorney."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. Shawn is well known in the Augusta legal community. He is an experienced and zealous advocate in the area of military divorce. I refer clients to him on a regular basis."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is an excellent part of the AVVO community."
"I do not know Attorney Hammond personally, only through participation in answering questions in the AVVO forum. Attorney Hammond is highly dedicated to helping individuals in his community and attorneys in general. The responses posted by this Attorney Smith indicate a high level of knowledge in his field and he evidences the depth of knowledge necessary to represent his clients in a multitude of different matters. I have worked with many other veterans and have found they are well suited to the practice of law and our way of life. It is with pleasure that I endorse Attorney Hammond and commend him as a veteran and officer of the court. His answers on Avvo are demonstrate a diverse and excellent understanding of general legal principles. I am glad to call him a colleague in this forum."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Hammond is an outstanding attorney and a strong and zealous advocate for his clients. In addition he is man of honor and integrity who has served the United States of America in combat. He is the type of attorney and man that I would retain if I ever needed an attorney. I strongly reccommend him personally and professionally."
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Experience
Honors
2014
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Combat Infantrymans Badge, United States Army
2007
Schützenschnur - Gold, Federal Republic of Germany
2007
Iraq Campaign Medal, United States Army
2007
Afghanistan Campaign Medal, United States Army
2007
Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, United States Army
2007
NATO Medal, United States Army
2007
Bronze Star, United States Army
2002
Honored Professional, Who's Who
2001
Honored Professional, Who's Who
2000
Honored Professional, Who's Who
2000
Honored Professional, Who's Who
1999
Honored Professional, Who's Who
1998
Honored Professional, Who's Who
1997
Honored Professional, Who's Who
Work Experience
1997 - Present
Managing Attorney, Shawn P. Hammond and Associates
2007 - 2007
Battle Captain CSC Scania Iraq, United States Army
2006 - 2007
Embedded Tactical Trainer - Afghanistan, United States Army
1997 - 2006
Managing Attorney, Shawn P. Hammond - Attorney at Law
1996 - 1996
Externship, United States Court of Appelas for the Armed Forces
Associations
2011 - Present
Boy Scouts of AmericaExecutive Committee Member
2008 - Present
VFW - Veterans of Foreign WarsMember
2005 - Present
Augusta Family Law Bar AssociationFounding Member
1997 - Present
Augusta Bar AssociationMember
1996 - Present
State Bar of GeorgiaMember
1988 - Present
American LegionMember
2002 - 2006
Boy Scouts of AmericaCubmaster / Den Leader
Education
1996
University of Mississippi
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Augusta College
BA
Speaking Engagements
2014
Army Legal Seminar
Military Domestic Relations
2013
Fort Gordon Unit Training
Lautenburg Amendment and Military Discharges
2013
Army Legal Seminar
Divorce During Deployment
2012
Army Reserve Unit Training
Military Domestic Violence Protective Orders
2011
Army Domestic Violence Unit Training
Lautenberg Amendment and Military Discharges
2010
Unit Annual Training
Domestic Violence and the Military
2010
Annual Training
Military Divorce
2010
Annual Domestic Violence Seminar
Domestic Violence and the Military
2009
Cobb County Bar Association, Family Law Section
Divorce and Military Divorce
2009
Augusta State University Veteran's Day Ceremony
Veteran's Day and Global War On Terrorism
2007
Commander's Conference - Unit Training
Military Domestic Relations
2007
Afghanistan Ministry of Defense Legal Seminar
Divorce and Domestic Violence
2007
Afghanistan Ministry of Defense Legal Seminar
Law of War
2006
Unit Training
Military Divorce
2006
KMTC Legal Seminar
Commercial Contracts
2006
KMTC Legal Seminar
Law of War
2006
KMTC Legal Seminar
UCMJ - Uniform Code of Military Justice
2006
Afghanistan Ministry of Defense Legal Seminar
International Law
Publications
2012
Augusta Chronicle
Augusta legal interns embrace courtroom experience
2012
2011
2010
Fort Gordon Signal
Domestic Violence
2010
Fort Gordon Signal Newspaper
Military Domestic Violence
2007
Salem News
Rough Road to Pesh Valley in Afghanistan
2007
Augusta Chronicle
Lawyer Returns From Serving in Afghanistan and Iraq
2006
New York Times
Not Your Typical Hero
2006
2006
Salem News
Jalalabad: Center for Taliban Abuse
2006
Augusta Chronicle
Augusta Lawyer is Back at Attention
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
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Q&A
Can I move out of the country (military pcs) with my daughter?
10 Jul 2012
Q&A
My neighbors goats keep coming on to my property, and they are tearing up my fence. is there a law regarding this?
09 Jul 2012
Q&A
What is a good format for a military clemency letter?
08 Jul 2012