Atty. Deedra Benthall
Deedra Benthall is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation, family law and 5 other areas of law. Deedra received a B.A. degree from Wheaton College in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years.
Family Law & More Attorney · Serving Danville, KY · 55+ Years Experience
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About Deedra Benthall at a Glance
Deedra Benthall is a Member based in Danville, Kentucky, practicing at Deedra Benthall, Attorney at Law. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on wills, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1971), Kentucky (1974), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1977), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Kentucky (1978). Educated at University of Illinois (J.D., 1971) and Wheaton College (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Illinois State, Kentucky (IOLTA Trustee of the Board of Directors, 1999— Member, Trial Commission, 1999-2004) and Indiana State Bar Associations and Distinguished. Serves clients in Danville, KY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Deedra Benthall
- Deedra Benthall is a lawyer practicing general practice, litigation, family law and 5 other areas of law
- Deedra received a B.A. degree from Wheaton College in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
- Deedra practices at Deedra Benthall, Attorney at Law in Danville, KY
Practice Areas Explained
Deedra Benthall's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Deedra Benthall handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Danville.
Wills in Danville
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Personal Injury in Danville
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Deedra Benthall is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Kentucky →
Criminal Defense in Danville
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Deedra Benthall is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Kentucky →
Family Law in Danville
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Danville
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Deedra Benthall is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Kentucky →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Danville
Practicing law in Kentucky. Legal matters in Kentucky are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Danville are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Kentucky state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Kentucky 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 Kentucky courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Danville Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Danville-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Danville Choose Deedra Benthall
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Deedra Benthall's practice in the field of wills, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and estate planning.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Deedra Benthall brings 55+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Illinois, Kentucky, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit, Deedra Benthall can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, personal injury, and criminal defense, Deedra Benthall can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Danville
A Danville-based practice means Deedra Benthall attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Deedra Benthall Handles in Danville
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