Atty. Steven David Benjamin
Steven David Benjamin is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal appeals, government & legislative affairs. Steven has been licensed for 47 years.
Criminal Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Richmond, VA · 47+ Years Experience
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About Steven David Benjamin at a Glance
Steven David Benjamin is a Senior Partner based in Richmond, Virginia, practicing at Benjamin & DesPortes, P.C.. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1979) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia (1979). Educated at University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law J.D. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President-Elect, 2011-2012, Vice President, 2009-2011 Treasurer, 2008-2009 Secretary, 2007-2008 Board of Directors, 2001-2007) Virginia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (President, 2004 Board of Directors, 1990-2006) American Academy of Forensic Sc, Virginia State Bar National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Serves clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven David Benjamin
- Steven David Benjamin is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal appeals, government & legislative affairs
- Steven has been licensed for 47 years
- Steven practices at Benjamin & DesPortes, P.C. in Richmond, VA
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Steven David Benjamin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven David Benjamin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Richmond.
Criminal Defense in Richmond
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Government & Administrative Law in Richmond
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Appellate Practice in Richmond
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Richmond
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Richmond are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia 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 Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Richmond Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Richmond-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 Richmond Choose Steven David Benjamin
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 Steven David Benjamin's practice in the field of criminal defense, government, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven David Benjamin brings 47+ 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 Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia, Steven David Benjamin can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, government, and appellate, Steven David Benjamin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Richmond
A Richmond-based practice means Steven David Benjamin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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