Atty. Richard Scott Benjamin

Atty. Richard Scott Benjamin

Richard Scott Benjamin is a lawyer practicing civil rights, ethics & professional responsibility, elder law and 4 other areas of law. Richard received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1983, and has been licensed for 33 years.

San Diego San Diego 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Richard Scott Benjamin at a glance

Richard Scott Benjamin is a Member based in San Diego, California, practicing at R. Scott Benjamin, A.P.C.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, civil rights, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (1993). Educated at California Western School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of Southern California (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Diego and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Consumer Attorneys of San Diego Consumer Attorneys of California. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Scott Benjamin is a lawyer practicing civil rights, ethics & professional responsibility, elder law and 4 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.S. degree from University of Southern California in 1983, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Richard practices at R. Scott Benjamin, A.P.C. in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Scott Benjamin's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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Civil Rights

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Richard Scott Benjamin is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law attorneys in California →

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 San Diego 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 andnue, 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 Richard Scott Benjamin

Where is Richard Scott Benjamin's law office located?
Richard Scott Benjamin's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is R. Scott Benjamin, A.P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Scott Benjamin handle?
Richard Scott Benjamin focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, civil rights, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Scott Benjamin practiced law?
Richard Scott Benjamin has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Richard Scott Benjamin go to law school?
Richard Scott Benjamin earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.S., 1983).
How can I contact Richard Scott Benjamin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard Scott Benjamin received?
Richard Scott Benjamin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
California Western School of Law
- 1992
B.S.
University of Southern California
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993

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