Atty. Benjamin T. "Ben" White

Atty. Benjamin T. "Ben" White

Named by Best Lawyers in America as the “2012 Atlanta Lawyer of the Year” in the exempt organizations area and as the “2013 Atlanta Lawyer of the Year” in the trusts and estates litigation area, Ben White's practice emphasizes exempt organizations of all kinds, as well as estate and tax planning. As a partner in the largest and most comprehensive exempt organizations practice in the Southeast, Mr.

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About Benjamin T. "Ben" White at a glance

Benjamin T. "Ben" White is a trusts attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Admitted to practice in Georgia, State Bar of Georgia. Educated at Harvard University (—, 1973) and Harvard University (J.D., 1973). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026). Serands clients in Atlanta, GA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Named by Best Lawyers in America as the “2012 Atlanta Lawyer of the Year” in the exempt organizations area and as the “2013 Atlanta Lawyer of the Year” in the trusts and estates litigation area, Ben White's practice emphasizes exempt organizations of all kinds, as well as estate and tax planning
  • As a partner in the largest and most comprehensive exempt organizations practice in the Southeast, Mr. White is widely known for his successful representation of exempt organizations with intractable tax problems
  • His clients include international, national, regional and local tax-exempt organizations, public and private, located throughout the United States and in other countries
  • Mr. White counsels extensively with both exempt organizations and lawyers, accountants and other professionals representing exempt organizations
  • and he provides strategic advice on the array of tax, business, cultural and political issues that are distinct to exempt organizations
  • Mr. White also maintains an extensive wealth planning practice, representing some of the wealthiest individuals and families in the Southeast and providing counseling to individual and institutional trustees, executors, personal representatives and other fiduciaries throughout the region

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin T. "Ben" White's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Georgia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin T. "Ben" White

Where is Benjamin T. "Ben" White's law office located?
Benjamin T. "Ben" White's law practice is located in Atlanta, Georgia. The firm is Alston & Bird LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin T. "Ben" White handle?
Benjamin T. "Ben" White focuses on trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Georgia.
Where did Benjamin T. "Ben" White go to law school?
Benjamin T. "Ben" White earned their education at (—, 1973); (J.D., 1973); (—, 1969).
How can I contact Benjamin T. "Ben" White for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Benjamin T. "Ben" White received?
Benjamin T. "Ben" White's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law; Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Charitable Gift Planning.

Education

Harvard University
- 1973
J.D.
Harvard University
- 1973
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 1969

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Charitable Gift Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Churches
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Education
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fiduciary Duties
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Gift Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit Organizations and Charitable Giving
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Private Foundations
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Probate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Succession Planning
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax-Exempt Organizations
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trust Administration
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fulton County Arts Council Salute to the Arts Award, 1989
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Atlanta)
- 2015
Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Atlanta)
- 2013
Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Atlanta)
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Georgia, State Bar of Georgia

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