About Virginia Nelson
Virginia Nelson Hammerle is an attorney based in Lewisville, Texas, with a focus on business law, estate planning, probate, and guardianship. In 1984, she founded the Hammerle Finley Law Firm, which later evolved into the Hammerle Morris Law Firm. Her legal career began after she was admitted to the Texas State Bar in 1982. Since then, she has dedicated her practice to serving clients with a diverse range of legal needs. Ms. Hammerle earned her Juris Doctor from Southern Methodist University School of Law in 1982, where she developed a strong foundation in legal principles. Prior to that, she obtained a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1979.
This educational background gave her the necessary skills to navigate complex legal matters effectively. In 1995, she achieved Board Certification in Civil Trial Law from the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, a distinction that shows her expertise in litigation. Her practice includes various areas, including business litigation, probate, guardianship, and estate planning. Over the years, Ms. Hammerle has represented clients in intricate civil matters, such as trade secret theft, disputes involving non-competition clauses, and construction-related cases. These experiences have developed her ability to advocate for her clients in high-stakes situations, ensuring their rights and interests are protected. In addition to her legal practice, Ms.
Hammerle actively contributes to the legal community. She is a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, an honor reserved for those who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to the legal profession and community. From 2012 through 2024, she has been recognized as a Texas Super Lawyer, evidence of her reputation among peers and clients alike. Furthermore, she writes a weekly column for the Dallas Morning News, where she addresses issues affecting seniors and their families, showcasing her commitment to public service. Ms. Hammerle is also admitted to practice before several federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court and the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.
She has access to the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern, Northern, and Southern Districts of Texas. Her affiliations include membership in the Texas Association of Bank Counsel, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, the National Care Planning Council, and WealthCounsel. With over four decades of experience, Ms. Hammerle remains a vital resource for clients in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, providing comprehensive legal services tailored to their needs in business law, estate planning, probate. Guardianship matters.
