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Christopher S Hamer

Christopher S Hamer

Hamer & Partners

14+ Years

Legal Experience

About Christopher S Hamer

Christopher S Hamer, a native of Birmingham, Alabama, provides expert legal counsel across a wide array of litigation areas, including probate and estate matters, civil litigation, arbitration, and business transactions. His practice also encompasses estate administration, estate and trust litigation, guardianships, conservatorships, and taxation.

Christopher has earned recognition from Birmingham Magazine, making its Top Attorneys list for Probate Law from 2017 to 2020 and for Tax Law in 2017. He has also been named to the Mid-South's Rising Stars by Super Lawyers for Estate & Trust Litigation from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, Expertise.com has included him as one of the 18 Best Birmingham Litigation Attorneys from 2017 to 2021 and among the 16 Best Birmingham Probate Attorneys from 2020 to 2021.

Currently, Christopher serves as the Chair-Elect of the Probate Section of the Birmingham Bar Association and is a board member of the Birmingham School of Law Foundation.

His educational background is robust, having received a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Commerce & Business Administration, focusing on Small Company Management, from the University of Alabama in 2005. He furthered his education with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the Birmingham School of Law, graduating with honors in 2010, and later obtained a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation from the University of Alabama School of Law, graduating cum laude in 2013 with a concentration in Business Tax.

Christopher is admitted to practice in Alabama state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, and the U.S. Tax Court.

Residing in Birmingham with his wife, Beth, and their three daughters, Christopher is an active member of Canterbury United Methodist Church in Mountain Brook, where he has contributed to the board of the Child Development Center.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Probate
Business Law
Elder Law
Estate Planning
Real Estate Law
Arbitration & Mediation
Construction Law
Probate Administration
Probate Litigation
Will Contests
Business Contracts
Business Dissolution
Business Finance
Business Formation
Business Litigation

Alabama Car Accident Laws

Understanding Alabama's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

2 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

contributory negligence

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of law does Christopher S Hamer specialize in?

Christopher S Hamer specializes in probate and estate matters, civil litigation, arbitration, and business transactions.

What recognitions has Christopher S Hamer received?

He has been recognized by Birmingham Magazine and Super Lawyers, and listed by Expertise.com among the best Birmingham attorneys.

What is Christopher S Hamer's educational background?

He holds a B.S. from the University of Alabama, a J.D. from Birmingham School of Law, and an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Alabama School of Law.

Where is Christopher S Hamer admitted to practice law?

He is admitted to practice in Alabama state courts, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama, and the U.S. Tax Court.

What community roles does Christopher S Hamer hold?

He serves as Chair-Elect of the Probate Section of the Birmingham Bar Association and is on the board of the Birmingham School of Law Foundation.

Contact Information

1801 Fifth Avenue North Suite 400 Birmingham AL 35203
Birmingham, AL
8554142637 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Christopher for a free case review

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