Atty. Steven A. Benefield

Atty. Steven A. Benefield

Steven A. Benefield is a lawyer practicing business law, civil litigation, commercial transactions and 4 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven A. Benefield at a glance

Steven A. Benefield is a Counsel based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Wallace Jordan Ratliff Brandt Llc. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Educated at University of Alabama School of Law (J.D. University, 1983) and Birmingham-Southern College (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Committee on Alternative Methods of Dispute Resolution, 1996-1998 Chair, Alabama Supreme Court Committee on Dispute Resolution, Birmingham and American Bar Associations Alabama State Bar. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Steven A. Benefield is a lawyer practicing business law, civil litigation, commercial transactions and 4 other areas of law
  • Steven A. received a B.A. degree from Birmingham-Southern College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Steven A. practices at Wallace, Jordan, Ratliff & Brandt, LLC in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Steven A. Benefield's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

Steven A. Benefield is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in Alabama →

Probate

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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.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

Steven A. Benefield is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alabama →

Tax Law

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

Steven A. Benefield is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Alabama →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven A. Benefield

Where is Steven A. Benefield's law office located?
Steven A. Benefield's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Wallace Jordan Ratliff Brandt Llc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven A. Benefield handle?
Steven A. Benefield focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Steven A. Benefield practiced law?
Steven A. Benefield has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Steven A. Benefield go to law school?
Steven A. Benefield earned their education at (J.D. University, 1983); (B.A., 1980).
How can I contact Steven A. Benefield for a consultation?
You can contact Steven A. Benefield 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 Steven A. Benefield received?
Steven A. Benefield's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
University of Alabama School of Law
- 1983
B.A.
Birmingham-Southern College
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

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