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Virginia Hammerle

Lewisville, TX

Licensed for 39 years

Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Business

Language

English

About

Virginia Hammerle is the co-founder of Hammerle Finley Law Firm, serving clients throughout Dallas/Ft. Worth and the surrounding areas for more than 30 years. Ms. Hammerle is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, is a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, and was voted a SuperLawyer in 2012 and 2013. Ms. Hammerle is an experienced trial lawyer, having tried more than 100 civil cases to completion. She has represented clients in complex civil matters, including:  Ms. Hammerle expanded her practice to include  the area of “Elder Law” which addresses the convergence of legal needs with the social, psychological, medical, and financial needs of individuals. In the planning stages of Elder law it can include issues such as power of attorney, medical and burial directives, estate planning and more. Specific Elder Law issues include dementia, nursing home care, Elder abuse or neglect, as well as Medicare. Ms. Hammerle is a Member of the National Association of Elder Law Attorneys and she is certified by the State Bar of Texas as Ad Litem. Additionally she is a member of the WealthCounsel and the National Care Planning Council. Ms. Hammerle is licensed and admitted to practice before  Texas Courts and in the following Federal courts: Eastern District of Texas, Northern District of Texas, Southern District of Texas, Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals and the United States Supreme Court. Ms. Hammerle has worked with the Senate Health and Human Resources Committee and has testified before the Texas Senate Jurisprudence Committee on issues relating to aging and guardianship. Founded in 1984, Hammerle Finley Law Firm has more than 20 employees, including 7 senior level lawyers. The firm’s headquarters are located in Lewisville, Texas, with offices in Dallas, Plano, Corinth and Denton. Ms. Hammerle served on the Boards of the Dallas County Children’s Advocacy Center and the Denton County Children’s Advocacy Center. She was a member of the Board of Trustees of Trinity Medical Center for 10 years, serving as Chairman of the Board for three years. She was a founder and President of the Highland Village Parks Foundation and was instrumental in arranging for the purchase of a $1.3 million property for use by the Foundation, the City and non-profits. Ms. Hammerle is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the National Care Planning Council, WealthCounsel and the Texas Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. She is also a member of the Denton County Bar Association as well as the Denton County Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section. She is a member of the Texas Association of Bank Counsel and approved counsel for the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. She served as counsel for the Resolution Trust Corporation, where she was a member of the elite SWAT team. A frequent speaker at professional and community seminars, Ms. Hammerle has authored LegalTalk columns for 30 years and had her own radio show. Her articles have been published in the Dallas Morning News, The Denton Record Chronicle, The Lewisville News, The Denton Business & Community News, Senior Living Magazine and Cross-Timbers Gazette, to name a few.

Practices Areas

Estate Planning

Business

Litigation

Elder Law

Language

English

Contact

Hammerle Finley Law Firm2871 Lake Vista Drive, Suite 100Lewisville, TX, 75067

Office: (972) 360-9366

Website: N/A

Reviews

Randy
June 18, 2019

My wife and I met with Virginia about getting a new will done, and it was a wonderful experience. She spent a little while getting to know us before leading us through the process by asking simple questions while carefully explaining the reasons for each one and then giving clear examples when needed. We never felt rushed in any way and left feeling very happy with our decision to choose Virginia as our attorney, We highly recommend Virgina and the Hammerle Finley Law Firm. Randy

Sally
December 9, 2013

I needed to update my will, but also wanted to set up a trust, and was impressed with Ms. Hammerle's ability to examine my situation and offer several ideas to consider. She spent as much time as necessary to be sure I understood the legal language, was easy to talk to, and I felt confident she was the right lawyer for my needs. Her office staff were quick and courteous, making my visit to the office a pleasant experience

anonymous
February 28, 2013

I've turned to Virginia on several occasions when life presented challenges beyond my skill set. From Real Estate transactions to loved one's passing on and dealing with their affairs, Virginia is always a phone call away with sound and solid counsel when I need it most. I highly recommend Virginia Hammerle.

Frances
February 17, 2011

Ms. Hammerle did an excellent job of giving helpful, concise information that proved extremely helpful. She went above and beyond what was necessary. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing legal counsel.

anonymous
February 8, 2011

My experience with Virginia Hammerle involved the review of a proposed partnership agreement. Her straight-forward advice saved me from entering into a potentially inequitable business partnership.

Randy
June 18, 2019

My wife and I met with Virginia about getting a new will done, and it was a wonderful experience. She spent a little while getting to know us before leading us through the process by asking simple questions while carefully explaining the reasons for each one and then giving clear examples when needed. We never felt rushed in any way and left feeling very happy with our decision to choose Virginia as our attorney, We highly recommend Virgina and the Hammerle Finley Law Firm. Randy

Sally
December 9, 2013

I needed to update my will, but also wanted to set up a trust, and was impressed with Ms. Hammerle's ability to examine my situation and offer several ideas to consider. She spent as much time as necessary to be sure I understood the legal language, was easy to talk to, and I felt confident she was the right lawyer for my needs. Her office staff were quick and courteous, making my visit to the office a pleasant experience

anonymous
February 28, 2013

I've turned to Virginia on several occasions when life presented challenges beyond my skill set. From Real Estate transactions to loved one's passing on and dealing with their affairs, Virginia is always a phone call away with sound and solid counsel when I need it most. I highly recommend Virginia Hammerle.

Frances
February 17, 2011

Ms. Hammerle did an excellent job of giving helpful, concise information that proved extremely helpful. She went above and beyond what was necessary. I would highly recommend her to anyone needing legal counsel.

anonymous
February 8, 2011

My experience with Virginia Hammerle involved the review of a proposed partnership agreement. Her straight-forward advice saved me from entering into a potentially inequitable business partnership.