Atty. James David Hammond

Atty. James David Hammond

I listen. I call you back and make every effort to do so the same day.

Syracuse Syracuse 18 yrs experience 18 year
Call (680) 697-7060 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James David Hammond at a glance

James David Hammond is a Partner based in Syracuse, New York, practicing at CDH Law PLLC. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, traffic, and military. Admitted to practice in New York United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces United States District Court for the No (2008). Educated at Syracuse University College of Law (J.D., 2007) and North Carolina State University B.A. magna cum laude (—). Active member of American Bar Association New York State Bar Association Onondaga County Bar Association New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers Military Officers Association of America. Serands clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • I listen
  • I call you back and make every effort to do so the same day
  • Reliability and responsiveness are the tenets of my law practice
  • If you’ve ever hired a lawyer, how many times did you find yourself waiting by the phone for that lawyer to call you back with an answer to a seemingly simple question?
  • A failure to communicate is too often associated with today’s legal profession
  • Not in my office
  • I am reliable and responsive because I understand why you hired me
  • You need an advocate who will guide you through what might be one of the most difficult and agonizing experiences of your life
  • You’re not just a “client file” here
  • I’m passionate about helping my clients through the legal process
  • Achieving a positive outcome in your case is my priority
  • I achieve results because I’m disciplined
  • The military forged self-discipline into my character
  • I served nine years and two combat tours as an active duty US Army officer
  • Then I joined the Reserves and settled down in Syracuse to be near family
  • You should know that about me, too
  • Family is important and my law office puts families and people first
  • In the Army, I was a prosecutor and spent years in the courtroom honing my advocacy skills
  • I advised commanders and leaders in combat on the legal parameters of warfare
  • I defended Soldiers accused of serious criminal offenses on appeal
  • Here in Syracuse, I put the same level of commitment into my law practice
  • I look forward to working for you
  • I am also a Partner of The New York Traffic Ticket Lawyers, which is specialized in defending clients who have been accused of traffic infractions, from simple traffic tickets to DWI or Reckless Driving
  • Reliable
  • Responsive
  • Results
  • Call me today and I’ll prove it

Practice Areas Explained

James David Hammond's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James David Hammond handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Traffic Violations

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Military Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Syracuse are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about James David Hammond

Where is James David Hammond's law office located?
James David Hammond's law practice is located in Syracuse, New York. The firm is CDH Law PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James David Hammond handle?
James David Hammond focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, traffic, military. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James David Hammond practiced law?
James David Hammond has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did James David Hammond go to law school?
James David Hammond earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (—).
How can I contact James David Hammond for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Syracuse University College of Law
- 2007
North Carolina State University B.A. magna cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces United States District Court for the No
Admitted: 2008

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