Atty. Melanie Hammer

Atty. Melanie Hammer

Melanie Hammer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence and 1 other area of law. Melanie received a B.A. degree from Ithaca College in 1998, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 23 yrs experience 23 year
Call (845) 493-2194 Book Appointment

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About Melanie Hammer at a glance

Melanie Hammer is a Member based in Brooklyn, New York, practicing at Melanie Hammer. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (2003). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 2002) and Ithaca College (B.A., 1998). Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Melanie Hammer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, domestic violence and 1 other area of law
  • Melanie received a B.A. degree from Ithaca College in 1998, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Melanie practices at Melanie Hammer in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Melanie Hammer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Melanie Hammer 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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Domestic Violence Defense

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Brooklyn 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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Common questions about Melanie Hammer

Where is Melanie Hammer's law office located?
Melanie Hammer's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. The firm is Melanie Hammer. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Melanie Hammer handle?
Melanie Hammer focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Melanie Hammer practiced law?
Melanie Hammer has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Melanie Hammer go to law school?
Melanie Hammer earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.A., 1998).
How can I contact Melanie Hammer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 2002
B.A.
Ithaca College
- 1998

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2003

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