Atty. Steven Carl Benton

Atty. Steven Carl Benton

Steven Carl Benton is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trust litigation and 5 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Western State College of Colorado in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Carl Benton at a glance

Steven Carl Benton is a Member based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Law Offices of Steve C. Benton. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in California (1984), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1984), and U.S. Tax Court (1984). Educated at McGeorge School of Law (J.D. McGeorge, 1985) and Western State College of Colorado (B.A., 1979). Active member of Sacramento County Bar Association (Member, Tax Section) State Bar of California. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Carl Benton is a lawyer practicing estate planning, probate, trust litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Western State College of Colorado in 1979, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Steven practices at Law Offices of Steve C. Benton in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Carl Benton's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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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

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court 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 Sacramento 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 Steven Carl Benton

Where is Steven Carl Benton's law office located?
Steven Carl Benton's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Law Offices of Steve C. Benton. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Carl Benton handle?
Steven Carl Benton focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Steven Carl Benton practiced law?
Steven Carl Benton has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Steven Carl Benton go to law school?
Steven Carl Benton earned their education at (J.D. McGeorge, 1985); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Steven Carl Benton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. McGeorge
McGeorge School of Law
- 1985
B.A.
Western State College of Colorado
- 1979

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1984

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