Atty. Thomas Knoderer Hammitt

Atty. Thomas Knoderer Hammitt

Thomas Knoderer Hammitt is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation. Thomas received a A.B. degree from Occidental College in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Thomas Knoderer Hammitt at a glance

Thomas Knoderer Hammitt is a litigation and insurance attorney based in Walnut Creek, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in California (1990), U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1992), U.S. Supreme Court (1993), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1997). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1989) and Occidental College (A.B., 1980). Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Thomas Knoderer Hammitt is a lawyer practicing insurance coverage, litigation
  • Thomas received a A.B. degree from Occidental College in 1980, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Thomas practices in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Knoderer Hammitt's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Knoderer Hammitt handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Thomas Knoderer Hammitt

Where is Thomas Knoderer Hammitt's law office located?
Thomas Knoderer Hammitt's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Knoderer Hammitt handle?
Thomas Knoderer Hammitt focuses on litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Thomas Knoderer Hammitt practiced law?
Thomas Knoderer Hammitt has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Thomas Knoderer Hammitt go to law school?
Thomas Knoderer Hammitt earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (A.B., 1980).
How can I contact Thomas Knoderer Hammitt for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1989
A.B.
Occidental College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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