About
Founded in 1987, Hammerschmidt Law Corporation, based in Fresno, CA, provides the highest level of legal service as a criminal defense and government investigations practice. They represent individuals accused of crimes in both California and Federal courts, specializing in white collar crimes, drug offenses, and violent crimes. Known for their proactivity, they strive to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients. The corporation's team comprises seasoned attorneys who are certified by the California State Bar as Criminal Law specialists and have been featured on national television for their work in criminal law.
Specialties
Court date
Within two weeks, Within a month, Within a week, Within three days
Criminal charges
Drug possession, Theft or robbery, Physical or aggravated assault, Probation or parole offense, Possession of a firearm, Murder, Sexual assault, Attempted murder, Domestic violence, Child abuse
Location and hours
Hammerschmidt Law Corporation
2445 Capitol St #215
Fresno, CA 93721
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Work Experience
Vice-Chair
California Board of Legal Specialization
2022 - Present
Shareholder
Hammerschmidt Law Corporation
2005 - Present
Adjunct Professor
San Joaquin College Of Law
2011 - 2012
Senior Legal Advisor to Fresno Police Department
City Attorney's Office, Fresno
2005 - 2005
Deputy District Attorney
Fresno County District Attorney
2000 - 2005
Partner
Jory Peterson Watkins & Smith
1998 - 2000
Legal Instructor
San Joaquin College of Law
1992 - 2005
Deputy District Attorney
Fresno County District Attorney
1991 - 1998
Associate
McCormick Barstow
1987 - 1991
Of Counsel
Hammerschmidt Law Corporation
2018 - Present
Adjunct Professor
Fresno City College
2005 - 2009
Chief, Narcotics and Violent Crime Unit
United States Attorney's Office, Eastern District of California, Fresno
1990 - 2018
Attorney
Ramsey, Morrison & Wallis
1988 - 1990
Deputy District Attorney
Tulare County District Attorney's Office
1983 - 1988
Education
Fresno County Bar Association
2021
Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations
1980
Emory University School of Law
Law
1980
Cornell University School of Industrial and Labor Relations
1980
Univ of Missouri SOL
1987
Tulare County Bar Association
2021
Univ of Missouri SOL
1987
Truman State University
Business Administration
1983
Truman State University
1983
Emory University School of Law
1980
Associations & Affiliations
Criminal Trial Lawyers Association of America
Member
CJA Panel Selection Committee
Board Member
United States Supreme Court Bar
Admitted to Practice
National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
California DUI Lawyers Association
Member
State Bar of California, Criminal Law Section
Member
California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
Certified Criminal Law Specialist
High School Mock Trial Competition
Volunteer Attorney
United States District Court for the Eastern District of California
Admitted to Practice
Supreme Court of California
Admitted to Practice
Fresno County Bar Association
Member
California Academy of Attorneys for Healthcare Professionals
Member
State Bar of California, Criminal Law Advisory Commission
Chair
State Bar of California, Criminal Law Advisory Commission
Vice Chair
Kings County Bar Association
Member
State Bar of California, Criminal Law Advisory Commission
Board Member
State Bar of California, Criminal Law Advisory Commission
Member
St. Agnes Hospital Men's Club
Board Member
Volunteers in Parole
Chairman
Federal Bar Association (San Joaquin chapter)
Member
KMJ News Talk Radio
Legal Analyst
Volunteers In Parole
Board Member
American Bar Association
Member
National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys
Member
Fresno County Bar Association
Member
Publications
Utilizing Forensic Science in Criminal Cases (Aspatore)
Forensic Evidence In Child Abuse Cases
2011
California Criminal Law - Procedure and Practice
Contributing Author to chapter on using prior convictions to impeach a witness
1997
Speaking Engagements
Got MCLE? 2022
Tips and Tricks in Civil, Criminal, and Family Law
2022
ABC
Legal Analyst
2018
Leadership Fresno Class 34 Law Day
Defending Federal and State Criminal Actions
2018
ABC
Legal Analyst
2017
ABC
Legal Analyst
2016
MCLE Luncheon
California Legal Specialization
2015
MCLE Luncheon
Use of Media in the Justice System
2015
ABC
Legal Analyst
2015
ABC
Legal Analyst
2014
Collateral Consequences of Criminal Convictions on Professional Licenses
Criminal Law
2010
Legal and Ethical Issues in Sports Marketing
Criminal law
2010
National Business Institute
Effective Case Presentation at Trial
2010
California State University Fresno
Legal and Ethical Issues in Sports Marketing
2009
Fresno County Public Defender's Office
Obtaining Peace Officer Personnel Records
2006
San Joaquin College of Law
Evidence
2004
Leadership Fresno Class 34 Law Day
Defending federal and state criminal investigations and charges
2018
Annual training - Yosemite National Park & Sequoia Kings Canyon National Park
Federal Law Enforcement Officer Training
2016
CLE
Federal Criminal Law
2016
Criminal Trial Advocacy Course
Instructor: Trial Skills
2016
Constitution Week
Civil Liberty Issues In Federal Criminal Law
2016
Annual Training
Federal Correctional Officer Legal Training
2015
Services offered
Criminal Defense Attorney