Atty. William M. Hammill II

Atty. William M. Hammill II

Mr. Hammill focuses on corporate (including mergers and acquisitions), business, contracts, venture capital and securities law.

Jacksonville Jacksonville 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About William M. Hammill II at a glance

William M. Hammill II is a Partner based in Jacksonville, Florida, practicing at Driver, McAfee, Hawthorne & Diebenow, PLLC. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in Florida (2004). Educated at Florida Coastal School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Florida State University (B.S. Finance, 2001). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association Florida Bar Association Jacksonville Bar Association. Serands clients in Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Hammill focuses on corporate (including mergers and acquisitions), business, contracts, venture capital and securities law
  • He represents clients in business acquisitions, dispositions and mergers, as well as providing ongoing counseling regarding business formation, corporate governance, contract law and ancillary legal issues
  • He also counsels clients in obtaining capital through private placements, venture capital investments and other financing transactions
  • He also serves as DMHD’s vice president of operations.Mr
  • Hammill was a member of the Florida Coastal School of Law Law Review
  • He has been named a Florida Rising Star in Super Lawyers

Practice Areas Explained

William M. Hammill II's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Mergers & Acquisitions

William M. Hammill II is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Florida →

Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William M. Hammill II

Where is William M. Hammill II's law office located?
William M. Hammill II's law practice is located in Jacksonville, Florida. The firm is Driver, McAfee, Hawthorne & Diebenow, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William M. Hammill II handle?
William M. Hammill II focuses on contracts, business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has William M. Hammill II practiced law?
William M. Hammill II has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did William M. Hammill II go to law school?
William M. Hammill II earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.S. Finance, 2001).
How can I contact William M. Hammill II for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William M. Hammill II received?
William M. Hammill II's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Florida Coastal School of Law
- 2004
B.S. Finance
Florida State University
- 2001

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 2004

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