Atty. Benjamin Bycel

Atty. Benjamin Bycel

Benjamin Bycel is a lawyer practicing criminal, family. Benjamin received a B.A. degree from California State University at San Jose in 1965, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Santa Barbara Santa Barbara 51 Years Experience 51 year
Call (805) 818-7970

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About Benjamin Bycel at a glance

Benjamin Bycel is a criminal defense and family law attorney based in Santa Barbara, California. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at University of California at Davis (J.D., 1974) and California State University at San Jose (B.A. California, 1965). Serves clients in Santa Barbara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Benjamin Bycel is a lawyer practicing criminal, family
  • Benjamin received a B.A. degree from California State University at San Jose in 1965, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Benjamin practices in Santa Barbara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Bycel's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Santa Barbara 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.

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Common questions about Benjamin Bycel

Where is Benjamin Bycel's law office located?
Benjamin Bycel's law practice is located in Santa Barbara, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Bycel handle?
Benjamin Bycel focuses on criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Benjamin Bycel practiced law?
Benjamin Bycel has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Benjamin Bycel go to law school?
Benjamin Bycel earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A. California, 1965).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of California at Davis
- 1974
B.A. California
California State University at San Jose
- 1965

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975

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