Atty. Ben Schwefel

Atty. Ben Schwefel

Ben Schwefel is a lawyer practicing asset protection, international asset protection, business estate planning and 10 other areas of law. Ben has been licensed for 10 years.

Costa Mesa Costa Mesa 10 yrs experience 10 year
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Asset Protection & More Attorney · Serving Costa Mesa, CA · 10+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Ben Schwefel at a Glance

Ben Schwefel is an Attorney based in Costa Mesa, California. They have 10+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2016. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (2016). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law J.D. (—). Serves clients in Costa Mesa, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Ben Schwefel

  • Ben Schwefel is a lawyer practicing asset protection, international asset protection, business estate planning and 10 other areas of law
  • Ben has been licensed for 10 years
  • Ben practices in Costa Mesa, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Ben Schwefel's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ben Schwefel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Costa Mesa.

Business Formation in Costa Mesa

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Contracts in Costa Mesa

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Estate Planning & Probate in Costa Mesa

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law in Costa Mesa

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law in Costa Mesa

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Costa Mesa

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Costa Mesa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Costa Mesa Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Costa Mesa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Ben Schwefel

Where is Ben Schwefel's law office located?
Ben Schwefel's law practice is located in Costa Mesa, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ben Schwefel handle?
Ben Schwefel focuses on formation, contracts, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Ben Schwefel practiced law?
Ben Schwefel has 10+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2016.
Where did Ben Schwefel go to law school?
Ben Schwefel earned their education at (—).
How can I contact Ben Schwefel for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in Costa Mesa Choose Ben Schwefel

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Ben Schwefel's practice in the field of formation, contracts, estate planning, business, and tax.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Ben Schwefel brings 10+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering formation, contracts, and estate planning, Ben Schwefel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Costa Mesa

A Costa Mesa-based practice means Ben Schwefel attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

Case Types

Common Legal Issues Ben Schwefel Handles in Costa Mesa

Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Ben Schwefel has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.

Last wills and testaments
Estate Planning
Revocable living trusts
Estate Planning
Powers of attorney
Estate Planning
Probate proceedings
Estate Planning
Business formation and structure
Business
Contract drafting and review
Business
Partnership disputes
Business
Merger and acquisition support
Business
IRS audit representation
Tax
Tax lien and levy defense
Tax
Offer in compromise
Tax
Business tax planning
Tax

This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Ben Schwefel directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.

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Education & Law School Background

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University of San Diego School of Law J.D.
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Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

California
Admitted: 2016

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