Atty. Benjamin Baird Deforest II

Atty. Benjamin Baird Deforest II

Mr. Benjamin Baird Deforest II is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, medicaid and asset protection planning, trust and 6 other areas of law.

Massillon Massillon 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Benjamin Baird Deforest II at a glance

Benjamin Baird Deforest II is a Member based in Massillon, Ohio, practicing at Benjamin B. deForest Attorney at Law. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, and elder law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1984). Educated at Ohio Northern University (J.D., 1983) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Serands clients in Massillon, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Benjamin Baird Deforest II is a lawyer practicing trusts and estates, medicaid and asset protection planning, trust and 6 other areas of law
  • Benjamin received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Benjamin practices at Benjamin B. deForest Attorney at Law in Massillon, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Baird Deforest II's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin Baird Deforest II handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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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.

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Real Estate Law

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

Benjamin Baird Deforest II is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Ohio →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Massillon are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin Baird Deforest II

Where is Benjamin Baird Deforest II's law office located?
Benjamin Baird Deforest II's law practice is located in Massillon, Ohio. The firm is Benjamin B. deForest Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Baird Deforest II handle?
Benjamin Baird Deforest II focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, real estate, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Benjamin Baird Deforest II practiced law?
Benjamin Baird Deforest II has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Benjamin Baird Deforest II go to law school?
Benjamin Baird Deforest II earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Benjamin Baird Deforest II for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Benjamin Baird Deforest II received?
Benjamin Baird Deforest II's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University
- 1983
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1980

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1984

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