Firm Overview

Steven Hemmat started the private practice of law in 1990 after serving in the U.S. Justice Department representing the United States in complex contract disputes. In Washington, D.C., he learned to be a vigorous advocate, follow detailed rules, and juggle deadlines and competing demands. He also obtained extensive courtroom experience.

These valuable skills and self-discipline have translated into success after success for his clients.

Mr. Hemmat handles an array of cases. He is particularly recognized for his personal service and expertise in:

Family Law — Steven Hemmat understands that breaking up a once-loving relationship can be highly stressful. His first priority in a divorce involving children is to preserve healthy relationships with their parents by shielding them from any acrimony. He will strive to resolve property division issues and to establish satisfactory custody, visitation, and support arrangements. Clients find him to be direct and honest about their options, helpful in determining their goals, and forceful as an advocate in pursuing those goals.

Personal Injury — Steven Hemmat has a reputation for obtaining maximum compensation for personal injury clients while maintaining compassion and integrity. He works to provide clients with peace of mind and help them sort through the confusion and upheaval that follow a catastrophic accident.

Clients count on him to conduct a thorough investigation, determine liability, evaluate damages, and deal with powerful insurance companies whose goal is to pay as little on claims as possible. Steven Hemmat will ensure that clients are fully compensated for anticipated and unanticipated expenses, including, therapy, child care, prescriptions, and medical equipment.

When possible, Mr. Hemmat negotiates to avoid the ordeal and risks of going to trial. However, when negotiation fails to reach an acceptable result, Mr. Hemmat is fully prepared to take a personal injury case to arbitration or trial.

Estate Planning and Probate —Mr. Hemmat helps clients with modest estates plan appropriately for distributing their assets and providing for their loved ones. He handles all document preparation, including wills, powers of attorney, and health care directives. In addition, he has the knowledge and expertise to administer an estate after a loved one’s death, and can litigate any will disputes or creditor claims on behalf of the estate.

General Civil Litigation — Effective resolution of business disputes requires extensive knowledge of contract law. Steven Hemmat’s government work honed his skills in handling contract or lease disputes or landlord-tenant issues. He resolves such matters through negotiation or, if necessary, litigation. He also has experience negotiating and handling the closing of real estate contracts and commercial leases and transfers.

The mission at the Law Office of Steven Hemmat, P.S. is to obtain the best result for each client. For nearly two decades, attorney Hemmat has been fulfilling that mission.

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