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Charles E. Hammond III
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Charles E. Hammond III

3.4
13 reviews

524 Westgreen Boulevard, Katy, TX 77450

Offshore Tax / EXPAT Tax Issues, IRS Tax Audit Defense, Tax Litigation and 2 more

About Charles E. Hammond III

Charles E. Hammond, III is a seasoned attorney with over 24 years of experience in federal tax law. He holds an LL.M in Tax Law and has developed a distinguished practice representing clients in a wide range of tax controversies. Charles is skilled in handling both civil and criminal tax matters, providing representation before the U.S. Tax Court and Federal District Court. His extensive expertise enables him to guide individuals and businesses through complex disputes with the IRS and other federal agencies. Charles’s reputation for strategic advocacy and comprehensive tax knowledge makes him a trusted advisor for clients facing high-stakes tax issues.

 

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Taxation
Posted by Jack
December 27, 2025
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This law firm helped me navigate the bizarro world of international property inheritance and avoid IRS tax traps. I inherited sizable property in Europe and had no idea the US compliance issues that could arise.

Taxation
Posted by MARIE
December 17, 2025
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I HAVE A SALON THAT I HAVENT FILED TAXES FOR 4 YEARS. I WAS WORRIED ABOUT IT A LOT. THEY GOT MY BOOKS ORGANIZED AND TAXES FILED AND I'M SUPER THASNKFUL. THEY LISTEN TO ME AND GIVE ME GREAT TIPS FOR MY BUSINESS. THANKS!

Taxation
Posted by Linda
December 11, 2025
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The IRS tried to bill me someone else's 1099 because my employer used the wrong SSN and tried to put income on me that belonged to another Employee after I left this company to work for another company. Hammond law firm contacted my old employee and made him write a letter of correction to the IRS and issue me a corrected 1099 and when it was all over I owed zero money to the IRS. Serious lawyers, thank you.

 
Litigation
Posted by Thi
December 07, 2025
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Mr Hammond and the Hammond Law Firm has represented me on my taxes with the IRS and real estate problems concerning the purchase of a residence in Katy TX. I came here to leave a review because he is representing me now in a mediation that I'm very happy with. Thank you.

Taxation
Posted by anonymous
July 17, 2013
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Handled my tax issues with great professional service.

Taxation
Posted by anonymous
May 23, 2013
Hired Attorney

I hired Hammond Law Group to help me with my taxes. I owed about $40,000, and they got the IRS to accept a settlement of about $17,000. Thank you!

Taxation
Posted by anonymous
November 10, 2025
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Review for Charles E. Hammond III – 524 Westgreen Blvd, Katy, TX I recommend proceeding with caution when considering Charles E. Hammond III. I encourage anyone to review other public feedback and make their own informed decision.

Taxation
Posted by Josef
January 23, 2022
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This lawyer took my $6500.00 and never spoke to me again. Total rip-off. It would have been easier if I had just lit the money on fire, I would have had a bit more gas in my truck. Stay far away!!

Income Tax
Posted by anonymous
December 12, 2017
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Mr. Hammond has been suspended by the State Bar of Texas, and was suspended in 2015 by the US Tax Court. https://www.texasbar.com/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Find_A_Lawyer&template=/Customsource/MemberDirectory/MemberDirectoryDetail.cfm&ContactID=155355 https://www.ustaxcourt.gov/press/042415.pdf

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Areas of Law

  • Other 5
    • Offshore Tax / EXPAT Tax Issues
    • IRS Tax Audit Defense
    • Tax Litigation
    • Trust Planning
    • Federal and State Tax Compliance

Practice Details

  • Languages
    German
    Spanish
    Chinese
  • Payment Information
    Payment & Cost Features
    Free initial consultation
    Accepted Credit Cards
    American Express
    Discover
    MasterCard
    Other
    Visa
  • Video Calls
    Offers Video Calls
    Video Call Options
    Zoom
  • Firm Information
    Position
    Principal
    Firm Name
    Hammond Law Group, PLLC
  • Additional Links
    https://www.hlgpllc.com/firm-leadership

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1995, Texas
    1995, Florida (Inactive)
    2004, U.S. District Court Southern District of Texas
    U.S. Supreme Court
    U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit
    U.S. District Court Eastern District of Texas
    2009, U.S. Tax Court
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Louisiana State University
    Class of 1994
    J.D.
    Other Education
    University of Denver
    Class of 1995
    LLM

    University of Denver
    Class of 1995
    Taxation

    University of Florida
    Class of 1989
    BS/BA

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3.4
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524 Westgreen BoulevardKaty, TX 77450U.S.A.

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    Charles E. Hammond, III is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas, United States Supreme Court and United States Tax Court.
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    Charles E. Hammond, III speaks German, Spanish and Chinese.
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