Hammerschmidt Law Corporation - Fresno, CA

Formidable Criminal Defense Representation in Fresno

Facing state or federal criminal charges is a high-stakes crisis that demands immediate, sophisticated courtroom defense. Hammerschmidt Law Corporation provides assertive and strategic legal advocacy for individuals confronting serious criminal allegations throughout Fresno and the Central Valley. Founded in 2005 by Jeffrey T. Hammerschmidt, a certified criminal law specialist by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, the practice brings exceptional courtroom insight to every matter. As former prosecutors, the firm's defense attorneys possess firsthand knowledge of prosecutorial tactics, allowing them to construct ironclad defense strategies that protect client freedom and future opportunities.

Comprehensive Defense Practice Areas

The legal team delivers targeted defense across a broad range of felony and misdemeanor offenses, offering dedicated representation at every stage of the justice system:

• Federal Crimes and White Collar Defense: Representing clients in United States federal courts against complex indictments, including health care fraud, bank fraud, tax violations, cybercrime, and public corruption investigations.
• DUI and Traffic Violations: Serving as experienced dui/dwi defense lawyers who protect driving privileges, scrutinize breathalyzer accuracy, contest field sobriety results, and represent clients during DMV administrative hearings.
• Drug Crime Defense: Defending individuals against severe charges involving narcotics possession, manufacturing, trafficking, and prescription fraud as drug crime defense lawyers.
• Violent Crimes: Functioning as violent crime defense lawyers defending allegations of assault, battery, armed robbery, vehicular manslaughter, and homicide.
• Domestic Violence: Serving as domestic violence lawyers handling protective order violations, spousal abuse allegations, and related criminal proceedings.
• Theft and Property Offenses: Acting as theft and burglary defense lawyers representing clients accused of grand theft, shoplifting, burglary, and embezzlement.

Diligent Strategy and Early Legal Intervention

When you are under government investigation or face sudden arrest, the initial decisions you make can alter the entire course of your case. Individuals who need a lawyer immediately can turn to Hammerschmidt Law Corporation for swift intervention before charges are formally filed. Working with clients as a unified team, the firm examines every police report, evaluates constitutional search-and-seizure violations, and prepares every case as if it will proceed to a jury trial. For clients seeking to find a lawyer who is AV Preeminent rated and recognized by Super Lawyers, the firm offers unparalleled dedication. When it becomes necessary to hire an attorney to protect your liberty, their team provides the aggressive courtroom advocacy required to pursue case dismissals, charge reductions, and favorable verdicts.

Downtown Fresno Law Office Location

Centrally located at 2445 Capitol Street, Suite 215 in downtown Fresno, Hammerschmidt Law Corporation is steps away from Fresno County and federal courthouses. The firm offers free initial consultations to discuss case details and initiate an aggressive defense plan.