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Atty. Steven David Benjamin

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.

Richmond Richmond 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven David Benjamin at a glance

Steven David Benjamin is a Senior Partner based in Richmond, Virginia, practforg at Benjamin & DesPortes, P.C.. They haand 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. 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. (โ€”). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand 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. Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • 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

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practforg law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 andnue, and the substantiand 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.

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Where is Steven David Benjamin's law office located?
Steven David Benjamin's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. The firm is Benjamin & DesPortes, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Steven David Benjamin practiced law?
Steven David Benjamin has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
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Steven David Benjamin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

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University of Richmond, T.C. Williams School of Law J.D.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1979
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Virginia
Admitted: 1979

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