Atty. Stephen Benda

Atty. Stephen Benda

Stephen Benda is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business litigation, civil litigation and 9 other areas of law. Stephen received a degree from University of Sussex, England in 1970, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Menlo Park Menlo Park 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Stephen Benda at a glance

Stephen Benda is an Attorney based in Menlo Park, California, practicing at Law Offices of Stephen Benda. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, tax, and tax litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at Peninsula University College of Law (J.D. Valedictorian, 1986) and University of Sussex, England (1st Class Hons. University of Sussex, England Class of 1970 B.Sc. Stanford University Arjay Miller S, 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California San Mateo County Bar Association. Serands clients in Menlo Park, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Stephen Benda is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy, business litigation, civil litigation and 9 other areas of law
  • Stephen received a degree from University of Sussex, England in 1970, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Stephen practices at Law Offices of Stephen Benda in Menlo Park, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Benda's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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.

Stephen Benda is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Stephen Benda is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Stephen Benda is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Stephen Benda is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

Tax Litigation

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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 Menlo Park 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 Stephen Benda

Where is Stephen Benda's law office located?
Stephen Benda's law practice is located in Menlo Park, California. The firm is Law Offices of Stephen Benda. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Benda handle?
Stephen Benda focuses on personal injury, business, bankruptcy, tax, tax litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Stephen Benda practiced law?
Stephen Benda has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Stephen Benda go to law school?
Stephen Benda earned their education at (J.D. Valedictorian, 1986); (1st Class Hons. University of Sussex, England Class of 1970 B.Sc. Stanford University Arjay Miller S, 1970).
How can I contact Stephen Benda for a consultation?
You can contact Stephen Benda directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Stephen Benda received?
Stephen Benda's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Valedictorian
Peninsula University College of Law
- 1986
1st Class Hons. University of Sussex, England Class of 1970 B.Sc. Stanford University Arjay Miller S
University of Sussex, England
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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