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Catherine Hammond

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Primary Practice Area

Probate

Language

English

About

As an attorney in private practice in the Denver metro area and Colorado Springs,  Catherine Hammond provides extensive estate and tax planning services to individuals and businesses, as well as elder law, Medicaid planning, probate, and trust administration. Ms. Hammond’s primary focus is protecting families from the devastating legal effects of disability and death. Through proper planning, individuals and families can avoid probate, protect their assets, pass on their legacies, and provide for the security of their loved ones. She will take the time to get to know you as individuals, to learn about your life and values, and work closely with you through an ongoing relationship to ensure your personal and financial goals are met as your life and the laws change over the years. Ms. Hammond combines a background in business with a wide range of legal and personal experience to provide her clients with a uniquely practical perspective. An attorney since 1993, she devotes her practice solely to estate and legacy planning. Ms. Hammond also offers educational workshops on a variety of estate planning topics to both the general public and private groups, in addition to having taught Estate Planning and Taxation at Colorado Technical University. ExperienceMs. Hammond learned firsthand the effects of failing to plan when her mother developed early-onset Alzheimer’s Disease without any planning documents in place, requiring her to endure the living probate of her mother’s estate. Through that experience she determined to help others avoid the added headache and heartache of a complicated and expensive legal process by obtaining a law degree and devoting her practice to estate planning. Ms. Hammond’s professional experience began during law school when she worked for an estate planning and probate firm in Denver. Upon finishing law school, she worked on a contract basis with Denver-based Sherman & Howard. She then moved on to LexisNexis, a group providing authoritative legal information for attorneys nationwide, where she managed a team of attorneys and developed a knowledge of and love for the business world. Now, fulfilling her dream as a counselor and planner, she advises her clients on how best to achieve their goals while eliminating or reducing legal fees, taxes, publicity, and family conflict. Ms. Hammond is a member of WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the Colorado Springs Estate Planning Council, the Colorado and El Paso Bar associations, and is trained as a reconciler through Peacemaker Ministries. She formerly served on the Board of Governors for the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. She is admitted to practice law before the Supreme Court of Colorado as well as the U.S. District Courts. EducationMs. Hammond completed her undergraduate work at Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa in 1987, with a major in French and a minor in Psychology. She earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Denver College of Law in 1993, with a concentration in estate planning, tax, and mediation. PersonalOutside the office, Ms. Hammond enjoys a wide variety of activities including hiking, playing with her dogs, reading, writing and spending time with her daughters and granddaughters. She loves to cook and has a special interest in planned charitable giving.

Practices Areas

Estate Planning

Probate

Elder Law

Language

English

Contact

Hammond Law Group, LLC2955 Professional PlaceSuite 300Colorado Springs, CO, 80904

Office: (719) 203-2882

Website: N/A

Reviews

Ed and Paula
April 4, 2010

We used Catherine to set up a Trust for us. She and her staff were wonderful. Handled everything as proposed and have done a great job in keeping us updated. We have no hesitation in recommending her and her staff for any discipline ahe practices.

Norm
March 21, 2012

Catherine is very knowledgeable about estate planning and how to avoid paying unnecessary taxes. In our initial interview, she asked specific questions that helped make our decisions much easier. Although most of the details were accomplished by her very efficient staff, I feel we could have communicated personally with her at any time. She doesn't just forget her clients after the initial work is done either. She keeps in touch with us via emails and letters. She also has set up follow-on sessions whereby we can stay abreast of other related topics.

Carolyn
May 30, 2016

My husband and I are extremely pleased with Catherine Hammond and her staff. They were all very professional and explained everything thoroughly. We felt that we could trust them and we would definitely refer others for the service she offers. We also like Catherine as a person and feel that she is a very hard working and honest attorney providing very worthwhile services. We had to call a number of times to accomplish funding of different components of our trust and designating beneficiaries correctly after our trust was completed and we were always assisted in a knowledgeable, expedious and efficient manner.

Carol
December 30, 2015

Having dealt with many attorneys during my 20 year career in the legal profession, I am very impressed with Catherine Hammond and her entire firm. Catherine is extremely knowledgeable and very professional in providing her services. We attended one of her estate planning seminars with a followup appointment in which she provided clear, concise insights which were extremely beneficial in our decision-making process. Catherine treats her clients like family. She continually provides seminars to ensure that you and your Successor Trustee understand all aspects of your trust and that you keep it up-to-date. She doesn't just make the document, collect her fee, and forget about you. I know I can call her or members of her staff with questions at any time. I am proud to recommend Catherine Hammond and her firm for any estate planning service you may need. She is the best of the best!!

Susan
June 23, 2015

My husband and I are a blending family and did trusts with Catherine several years ago. She's amazing! Compassionate. Patient. Caring. Considerate. Professional. We are so blessed to have her in our lives!

Dan
June 17, 2015

We've worked with Catherine's firm for a few years and are consistently impressed with her professional estate planning expertise, and also with her caring attitude. We feel like we're more than just business clients. We highly recommend her.

Michelle
June 4, 2015

I have been a client for nearly 10 years. Thank you for helping put into place a new trust and helping my husband and I have a great sense of security that our wishes are laid out succinctly. Each of your staff members are personable, funny and very easy to work with. Sincerely.

Joe
May 21, 2015

Everyone needs to put an estate plan in place. It's critical for those of us with minor children. Catherine and her team are the ones to help. They laid out a plan to meet our needs and then took us through it step by step. I had lots of questions and they had the answers right away. Awesome service. Lots of peace of mind.

WRebecca
December 18, 2014

Great Trust,Wills,documents covering every area of our estate. Hammond Laws Group has been exceptional from start to finish. Would highly recommend this firm.

Susan LC
December 11, 2014

I was hesitant at first and then very relieved that I came here. Kathryn was very understanding about my family issues and medical issues. Everyone made me very comfortable. I am so glad I did this.

Ed and Paula
April 4, 2010

We used Catherine to set up a Trust for us. She and her staff were wonderful. Handled everything as proposed and have done a great job in keeping us updated. We have no hesitation in recommending her and her staff for any discipline ahe practices.

Norm
March 21, 2012

Catherine is very knowledgeable about estate planning and how to avoid paying unnecessary taxes. In our initial interview, she asked specific questions that helped make our decisions much easier. Although most of the details were accomplished by her very efficient staff, I feel we could have communicated personally with her at any time. She doesn't just forget her clients after the initial work is done either. She keeps in touch with us via emails and letters. She also has set up follow-on sessions whereby we can stay abreast of other related topics.

Carolyn
May 30, 2016

My husband and I are extremely pleased with Catherine Hammond and her staff. They were all very professional and explained everything thoroughly. We felt that we could trust them and we would definitely refer others for the service she offers. We also like Catherine as a person and feel that she is a very hard working and honest attorney providing very worthwhile services. We had to call a number of times to accomplish funding of different components of our trust and designating beneficiaries correctly after our trust was completed and we were always assisted in a knowledgeable, expedious and efficient manner.

Carol
December 30, 2015

Having dealt with many attorneys during my 20 year career in the legal profession, I am very impressed with Catherine Hammond and her entire firm. Catherine is extremely knowledgeable and very professional in providing her services. We attended one of her estate planning seminars with a followup appointment in which she provided clear, concise insights which were extremely beneficial in our decision-making process. Catherine treats her clients like family. She continually provides seminars to ensure that you and your Successor Trustee understand all aspects of your trust and that you keep it up-to-date. She doesn't just make the document, collect her fee, and forget about you. I know I can call her or members of her staff with questions at any time. I am proud to recommend Catherine Hammond and her firm for any estate planning service you may need. She is the best of the best!!

Susan
June 23, 2015

My husband and I are a blending family and did trusts with Catherine several years ago. She's amazing! Compassionate. Patient. Caring. Considerate. Professional. We are so blessed to have her in our lives!

Dan
June 17, 2015

We've worked with Catherine's firm for a few years and are consistently impressed with her professional estate planning expertise, and also with her caring attitude. We feel like we're more than just business clients. We highly recommend her.

Michelle
June 4, 2015

I have been a client for nearly 10 years. Thank you for helping put into place a new trust and helping my husband and I have a great sense of security that our wishes are laid out succinctly. Each of your staff members are personable, funny and very easy to work with. Sincerely.

Joe
May 21, 2015

Everyone needs to put an estate plan in place. It's critical for those of us with minor children. Catherine and her team are the ones to help. They laid out a plan to meet our needs and then took us through it step by step. I had lots of questions and they had the answers right away. Awesome service. Lots of peace of mind.

WRebecca
December 18, 2014

Great Trust,Wills,documents covering every area of our estate. Hammond Laws Group has been exceptional from start to finish. Would highly recommend this firm.

Susan LC
December 11, 2014

I was hesitant at first and then very relieved that I came here. Kathryn was very understanding about my family issues and medical issues. Everyone made me very comfortable. I am so glad I did this.

Ed and Paula
April 4, 2010

We used Catherine to set up a Trust for us. She and her staff were wonderful. Handled everything as proposed and have done a great job in keeping us updated. We have no hesitation in recommending her and her staff for any discipline ahe practices.

Norm
March 21, 2012

Catherine is very knowledgeable about estate planning and how to avoid paying unnecessary taxes. In our initial interview, she asked specific questions that helped make our decisions much easier. Although most of the details were accomplished by her very efficient staff, I feel we could have communicated personally with her at any time. She doesn't just forget her clients after the initial work is done either. She keeps in touch with us via emails and letters. She also has set up follow-on sessions whereby we can stay abreast of other related topics.

Carolyn
May 30, 2016

My husband and I are extremely pleased with Catherine Hammond and her staff. They were all very professional and explained everything thoroughly. We felt that we could trust them and we would definitely refer others for the service she offers. We also like Catherine as a person and feel that she is a very hard working and honest attorney providing very worthwhile services. We had to call a number of times to accomplish funding of different components of our trust and designating beneficiaries correctly after our trust was completed and we were always assisted in a knowledgeable, expedious and efficient manner.

Carol
December 30, 2015

Having dealt with many attorneys during my 20 year career in the legal profession, I am very impressed with Catherine Hammond and her entire firm. Catherine is extremely knowledgeable and very professional in providing her services. We attended one of her estate planning seminars with a followup appointment in which she provided clear, concise insights which were extremely beneficial in our decision-making process. Catherine treats her clients like family. She continually provides seminars to ensure that you and your Successor Trustee understand all aspects of your trust and that you keep it up-to-date. She doesn't just make the document, collect her fee, and forget about you. I know I can call her or members of her staff with questions at any time. I am proud to recommend Catherine Hammond and her firm for any estate planning service you may need. She is the best of the best!!

Susan
June 23, 2015

My husband and I are a blending family and did trusts with Catherine several years ago. She's amazing! Compassionate. Patient. Caring. Considerate. Professional. We are so blessed to have her in our lives!

Dan
June 17, 2015

We've worked with Catherine's firm for a few years and are consistently impressed with her professional estate planning expertise, and also with her caring attitude. We feel like we're more than just business clients. We highly recommend her.

Michelle
June 4, 2015

I have been a client for nearly 10 years. Thank you for helping put into place a new trust and helping my husband and I have a great sense of security that our wishes are laid out succinctly. Each of your staff members are personable, funny and very easy to work with. Sincerely.

Joe
May 21, 2015

Everyone needs to put an estate plan in place. It's critical for those of us with minor children. Catherine and her team are the ones to help. They laid out a plan to meet our needs and then took us through it step by step. I had lots of questions and they had the answers right away. Awesome service. Lots of peace of mind.

WRebecca
December 18, 2014

Great Trust,Wills,documents covering every area of our estate. Hammond Laws Group has been exceptional from start to finish. Would highly recommend this firm.

Susan LC
December 11, 2014

I was hesitant at first and then very relieved that I came here. Kathryn was very understanding about my family issues and medical issues. Everyone made me very comfortable. I am so glad I did this.

Ed and Paula
April 4, 2010

We used Catherine to set up a Trust for us. She and her staff were wonderful. Handled everything as proposed and have done a great job in keeping us updated. We have no hesitation in recommending her and her staff for any discipline ahe practices.

Norm
March 21, 2012

Catherine is very knowledgeable about estate planning and how to avoid paying unnecessary taxes. In our initial interview, she asked specific questions that helped make our decisions much easier. Although most of the details were accomplished by her very efficient staff, I feel we could have communicated personally with her at any time. She doesn't just forget her clients after the initial work is done either. She keeps in touch with us via emails and letters. She also has set up follow-on sessions whereby we can stay abreast of other related topics.

Carolyn
May 30, 2016

My husband and I are extremely pleased with Catherine Hammond and her staff. They were all very professional and explained everything thoroughly. We felt that we could trust them and we would definitely refer others for the service she offers. We also like Catherine as a person and feel that she is a very hard working and honest attorney providing very worthwhile services. We had to call a number of times to accomplish funding of different components of our trust and designating beneficiaries correctly after our trust was completed and we were always assisted in a knowledgeable, expedious and efficient manner.

Carol
December 30, 2015

Having dealt with many attorneys during my 20 year career in the legal profession, I am very impressed with Catherine Hammond and her entire firm. Catherine is extremely knowledgeable and very professional in providing her services. We attended one of her estate planning seminars with a followup appointment in which she provided clear, concise insights which were extremely beneficial in our decision-making process. Catherine treats her clients like family. She continually provides seminars to ensure that you and your Successor Trustee understand all aspects of your trust and that you keep it up-to-date. She doesn't just make the document, collect her fee, and forget about you. I know I can call her or members of her staff with questions at any time. I am proud to recommend Catherine Hammond and her firm for any estate planning service you may need. She is the best of the best!!

Susan
June 23, 2015

My husband and I are a blending family and did trusts with Catherine several years ago. She's amazing! Compassionate. Patient. Caring. Considerate. Professional. We are so blessed to have her in our lives!

Dan
June 17, 2015

We've worked with Catherine's firm for a few years and are consistently impressed with her professional estate planning expertise, and also with her caring attitude. We feel like we're more than just business clients. We highly recommend her.

Michelle
June 4, 2015

I have been a client for nearly 10 years. Thank you for helping put into place a new trust and helping my husband and I have a great sense of security that our wishes are laid out succinctly. Each of your staff members are personable, funny and very easy to work with. Sincerely.

Joe
May 21, 2015

Everyone needs to put an estate plan in place. It's critical for those of us with minor children. Catherine and her team are the ones to help. They laid out a plan to meet our needs and then took us through it step by step. I had lots of questions and they had the answers right away. Awesome service. Lots of peace of mind.

WRebecca
December 18, 2014

Great Trust,Wills,documents covering every area of our estate. Hammond Laws Group has been exceptional from start to finish. Would highly recommend this firm.

Susan LC
December 11, 2014

I was hesitant at first and then very relieved that I came here. Kathryn was very understanding about my family issues and medical issues. Everyone made me very comfortable. I am so glad I did this.