Dallas Ian Hammer, Appellate Attorney in Washington, District of Columbia

Dallas concentrates on appellate, civil rights, discrimination, employment, and whistleblower. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dallas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Appellate

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• Employment

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• Whistleblower

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Dallas's primary office is at 1629 K Street, NW., Washington, DC, 20006. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dallas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Dallas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Dallas for a appellate case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dallas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Dallas offer a free consultation?

  Dallas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dallas's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Dallas's current terms during booking.

• How long do appellate cases in District of Columbia typically take?

  Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Dallas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Dallas take my case if I'm outside Washington?

  Dallas is licensed in District of Columbia. Matters governed by District of Columbia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Dallas will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Dallas?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Dallas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Dallas accepting new appellate clients right now?

  Dallas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.