Family Law
Divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, paternity, and modifications. Straightforward advocacy when your family is on the line.
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Madison · Hamilton · Hancock · Marion · Shelby · Delaware · Henry
Serious representation
for serious moments.
Hammond Legal is a licensed Indiana law office offering experienced, principled representation in criminal defense, family law, child welfare, appeals, and post-conviction relief.
200+
CHINS Cases
150+
Mediations
6+
Years PCR Work
3
Appellate Briefs
Indiana State Bar
U.S. District Court — N.D. & S.D. Indiana
Supreme Court of the United States
Madison County Native
Practice Areas
How Hammond Legal Can Help
Criminal defense, family law, civil matters, and more — handled with preparation and care across Central Indiana courts.
Felony Defense
Level 1–6 felony charges from initial hearing through trial. If you or someone you know has been arrested, time matters — call now.
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Parent representation in DCS cases, permanency hearings, and termination of parental rights proceedings. You deserve to be heard.
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Indiana PCR Rule 1 petitions challenging convictions on grounds of ineffective assistance, newly discovered evidence, or unauthorized sentences.
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Criminal and civil appeals to the Indiana Court of Appeals and Indiana Supreme Court. The 30-day deadline to appeal is strict — don't wait.
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Workplace disputes including discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage-and-hour claims, and wrongful termination. Both employee and employer representation.
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Civil defense for carriers and insureds in auto liability, premises liability, and general liability matters across Central Indiana.
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Defense for drug possession, dealing, and trafficking charges under Indiana's felony and misdemeanor statutes. Level 1 through Level 6 matters across Central Indiana.
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Indiana's Second Chance Law allows many arrests and convictions to be sealed or expunged. A clean record can change what jobs, housing, and opportunities are available to you.
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About Hammond Legal
Learn more about our experience
Experience Across the Full Range of Practice.
Hammond Legal was founded to bring deep, varied legal experience directly to Central Indiana clients. Lead attorney Emilee Hammond holds a J.D. from Faulkner Law and a B.S. in Criminal Justice from Indiana University East, and is admitted to practice in Indiana state courts, the U.S. District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of Indiana, and the Supreme Court of the United States.
Prior experience includes six-plus years handling post-conviction relief petitions at the Public Defender of Indiana — resulting in a published appellate opinion and 49 years and 49 days in reduced sentences — appointed representation for more than 200 parents in CHINS proceedings, employment and administrative law litigation before the EEOC and MSPB, and civil defense work at a litigation firm. That range of experience across criminal, civil, appellate, and administrative practice is what Hammond Legal brings to every client matter.
How It Works
Getting Started Is Simple
Three steps from first contact to having an attorney in your corner.
Reach Out
Call 317-284-9944 or email [email protected]. If you have an active court date or a deadline in the next few days, call immediately.
Consultation
Emilee will review your situation, explain your options clearly, and discuss what representation looks like for your specific matter.
Engagement
If Hammond Legal is the right fit, you'll receive a written engagement agreement. From there, Emilee gets to work — thoroughly prepared and ready to advocate for you.
Common Questions
What People Ask
What areas of law does Hammond Legal handle?
Hammond Legal handles seven practice areas: family law, felony defense, CHINS (Child in Need of Services) defense, post-conviction relief, appeals, employment law, and insurance defense. Attorney Emilee Hammond represents clients throughout Central Indiana.
Which Indiana counties does Hammond Legal serve?
Hammond Legal serves clients in Madison, Hamilton, Hancock, Marion, Shelby, Delaware, and Henry counties. Anderson in Madison County is the home base, with regular appearances in courthouses across all seven counties including the Madison County Circuit and Superior Courts, the Marion County courts in Indianapolis, and the courts in Noblesville, Greenfield, Shelbyville, Muncie, and New Castle.
How do I get started?
Call 317-284-9944 or email [email protected] to schedule a consultation. If your matter involves an active court date, an arrest, or a filing deadline within the next few days, please call immediately rather than waiting for a callback.
How does Hammond Legal structure its fees?
Fees are structured based on the nature and complexity of each matter. Some cases are handled on a flat-fee basis, others on a retainer or a hybrid arrangement. All engagements require a written fee agreement before representation begins. Contact us to discuss your specific situation — there are no surprises.
Does Hammond Legal handle both criminal and civil matters?
Yes. Hammond Legal handles criminal matters including felony defense and post-conviction relief, civil matters including family law and employment law, child welfare cases through CHINS defense, insurance defense for carriers and insureds, and appellate work in all of these areas before the Indiana Court of Appeals, Indiana Supreme Court, and federal courts.