Brendan M. Hamme

Brendan M. Hamme is an active California government lawyer who was admitted to the State Bar of California on December 3, 2012. He serves with the California Department of Justice at civil rights enforcement section and works on legal matters that affect government operations and the public. His role requires strong legal knowledge, sound judgment, and a commitment to the fair application of the law. Through his legal work, he supports public institutions and helps address important legal issues that impact communities throughout California.

Brendan earned his J.D. from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, with a focus on public interest law. He graduated cum laude and was elected to the Order of the Coif. He also earned a B.A. in Law and Society from UC Santa Barbara, where he graduated with High Honors as a Regents Scholar.

Brendan has built a career focused on public service and legal responsibility since entering the legal field. Working within the California Department of Justice involves addressing complex legal questions, reviewing laws and regulations, and supporting government functions. Attorneys in similar positions often assist with legal research, policy matters, litigation support, and the interpretation of state laws. Such work helps ensure that government agencies operate within legal standards and fulfill their obligations to the public.

Brendan M. Hamme has a professional record that reflects active standing with the State Bar of California and no disciplinary history listed in the information provided. His legal career demonstrates dedication to the practice of law and service within a government legal setting. By contributing legal knowledge to public institutions, he helps support the administration of justice and the rule of law. His ongoing work continues to play a role in protecting legal processes and serving the interests of California residents through responsible legal representation and counsel.

Law Office Affiliations

• Deputy Attorney General, California Department of Justice, CRES
• Member, State Bar of California

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• UC Santa Barbara
  BA in Law & Society

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