Atty. Benjamin Ray Cates

Atty. Benjamin Ray Cates

Benjamin Ray Cates is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, expungement and 2 other areas of law. Benjamin received a degree from California Southern LS, and has been licensed for 18 years.

Temecula Temecula 18 Years Experience 18 year
Call (951) 498-7741

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About Benjamin Ray Cates at a glance

Benjamin Ray Cates is a dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, sex crimes, and expungement attorney based in Temecula, California. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in California (2008). Educated at California Southern Law School (JD, 2008) and California Southern LS Riverside CA (—). Serves clients in Temecula, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Benjamin Ray Cates is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, dui & dwi, expungement and 2 other areas of law
  • Benjamin received a degree from California Southern LS, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Benjamin practices in Temecula, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Ray Cates's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Domestic Violence Defense

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Sex Crimes

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Expungement & Sealing

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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 Temecula 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin Ray Cates

Where is Benjamin Ray Cates's law office located?
Benjamin Ray Cates's law practice is located in Temecula, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Ray Cates handle?
Benjamin Ray Cates focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense, sex crimes, expungement. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Benjamin Ray Cates practiced law?
Benjamin Ray Cates has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Benjamin Ray Cates go to law school?
Benjamin Ray Cates earned their education at (JD, 2008); (—).
How can I contact Benjamin Ray Cates for a consultation?
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Education

JD
California Southern Law School
- 2008
California Southern LS Riverside CA
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2008

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