Atty. Ben Shafton

Atty. Ben Shafton

Ben Shafton is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial law, municipal law and 13 other areas of law. Ben received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Vancouver Vancouver 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Ben Shafton at a glance

Ben Shafton is an Attorney based in Vancouver, Washington, practicing at Caron Colven Robison & Shafton P.S.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, personal injury, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1973), Washington (1975), U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington (1979), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1984). Educated at University of California at Berkeley (J.D., 1973) and Yale University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Clark County. Serands clients in Vancouver, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ben Shafton is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial law, municipal law and 13 other areas of law
  • Ben received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Ben practices at Caron Colven Robison & Shafton P.S. in Vancouver, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Ben Shafton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ben Shafton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

Ben Shafton is one of 104,172 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Washington →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Ben Shafton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Washington →

Estate Planning & Probate

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

Ben Shafton is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Ben Shafton is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Ben Shafton is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ben Shafton

Where is Ben Shafton's law office located?
Ben Shafton's law practice is located in Vancouver, Washington. The firm is Caron Colven Robison & Shafton P.S.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ben Shafton handle?
Ben Shafton focuses on trusts, personal injury, estate planning, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Ben Shafton practiced law?
Ben Shafton has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Ben Shafton go to law school?
Ben Shafton earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Ben Shafton for a consultation?
You can contact Ben Shafton directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Ben Shafton received?
Ben Shafton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1973
B.A.
Yale University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973
Washington
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1984
Oregon
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Washington
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 2002

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