Atty. David Lynn Benefield

Atty. David Lynn Benefield

David Lynn Benefield is a lawyer practicing school law, probate, estate planning and 1 other area of law. David received a A.A. degree from Chipola Junior College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Duncan Duncan 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About David Lynn Benefield at a glance

David Lynn Benefield is a probate, estate planning, employment, and education attorney based in Duncan, Oklahoma. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1978). Educated at University of Oklahoma (J.D., 1977) and Chipola Junior College (A.A. Florida, 1973). Serands clients in Duncan, OK and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Lynn Benefield is a lawyer practicing school law, probate, estate planning and 1 other area of law
  • David received a A.A. degree from Chipola Junior College in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • David practices in Duncan, OK

Practice Areas Explained

David Lynn Benefield's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

David Lynn Benefield is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Oklahoma →

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.

David Lynn Benefield is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Oklahoma →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

David Lynn Benefield is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Oklahoma →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

David Lynn Benefield is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Oklahoma →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Oklahoma

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David Lynn Benefield

Where is David Lynn Benefield's law office located?
David Lynn Benefield's law practice is located in Duncan, Oklahoma. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Lynn Benefield handle?
David Lynn Benefield focuses on probate, estate planning, employment, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Oklahoma.
How long has David Lynn Benefield practiced law?
David Lynn Benefield has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did David Lynn Benefield go to law school?
David Lynn Benefield earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (A.A. Florida, 1973).
How can I contact David Lynn Benefield for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Oklahoma
- 1977
A.A. Florida
Chipola Junior College
- 1973

Bar Admissions

Oklahoma
Admitted: 1978

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