Brendan J. Hammer
About Brendan J. Hammer
Brendan J. Hammer is a lawyer based in Chicago, IL and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2019. Brendan J. Hammer is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Chicago, Illinois
- Family Law
- Family Law Arbitration
- Family Law Mediation
Current Firm: Hammer Serna & Quinn LLC
Education: DePaul University, J.D., graduated 2007
Location: Chicago, IL
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