Atty. Joseph William Hammes

Atty. Joseph William Hammes

Joseph William Hammes is a lawyer practicing eminent domain, real estate, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law. Joseph received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Indianapolis Indianapolis 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Joseph William Hammes at a glance

Joseph William Hammes is an Attorney based in Indianapolis, Indiana, practicing at Tucker | Hester, LLC. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, and zoning. Admitted to practice in Indiana (1972) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana (1972). Educated at Indiana University School of Law (J.D., 1972) and University of Notre Dame (A.B., 1968). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Indianapolis, Indiana State and American Bar Associations National Association of Bankruptcy Trustees. Serands clients in Indianapolis, IN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Joseph William Hammes is a lawyer practicing eminent domain, real estate, bankruptcy and 2 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a A.B. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Joseph practices at Tucker | Hester, LLC in Indianapolis, IN

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph William Hammes's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph William Hammes handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Joseph William Hammes is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Indiana →

Land Use & Zoning

Joseph William Hammes is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Indiana →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Indiana

Practicing law in Indiana. Legal matters in Indiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Indianapolis are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Indiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Indiana 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 Indiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph William Hammes

Where is Joseph William Hammes's law office located?
Joseph William Hammes's law practice is located in Indianapolis, Indiana. The firm is Tucker | Hester, LLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph William Hammes handle?
Joseph William Hammes focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Indiana.
How long has Joseph William Hammes practiced law?
Joseph William Hammes has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Joseph William Hammes go to law school?
Joseph William Hammes earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (A.B., 1968).
How can I contact Joseph William Hammes for a consultation?
You can contact Joseph William Hammes directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joseph William Hammes received?
Joseph William Hammes's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Indiana University School of Law
- 1972
A.B.
University of Notre Dame
- 1968

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Indiana
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Indiana
Admitted: 1972

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