Benjamin F Kanani

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Benjamin F Kanani

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 14 years

Family Lawyer at Beverly Hills, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Domestic Violence

8730 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 310, Beverly Hills, CA

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About Benjamin

Biography

The Law Office of Benjamin Kanani is committed to standing with you in your time of need.

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 30%

With extensive experience in the courtroom and strategies custom-tailored to each client's specific goals, the Law Office of Benjamin Kanani provides high quality legal representation in all manner of family law matters, specializing in LA County.

30%
Family 30%

With extensive experience in the courtroom and strategies custom-tailored to each client's specific goals, the Law Office of Benjamin Kanani provides high quality legal representation in all manner of family law matters, specializing in LA County.

30%
Child Custody 20%

With extensive experience in the courtroom and strategies custom-tailored to each client's specific goals, the Law Office of Benjamin Kanani provides high quality legal representation in all manner of family law matters, specializing in LA County.

20%
Domestic Violence 20%

With extensive experience in the courtroom and strategies custom-tailored to each client's specific goals, the Law Office of Benjamin Kanani provides high quality legal representation in all manner of family law matters, specializing in LA County.

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-500 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018

Licenses

Licensed in California for 14 years

State: California

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Benjamin Kanani

8730 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 310, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211

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Benjamin F Kanani's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.8 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 5 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by anonymous | December 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Highly recommended... trustworthy and communicative

Ben and his team have been extremely helpful and professional throughout my ongoing DVRO and divorce matters. They have been patient, communicative, and supportive during a very difficult time for me, and even took over representation from my previous lawyer on very short notice. Ben took the time to... review my case in depth and really listen to my side of the story. He has been consistently polite, accommodating, and professional both in and out of court. Most importantly, I trust him with my case.

Posted by David | May 03, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Professional and Thorough

I finally heard about Benjamin I had been through the ringer with a number with a different attorneys. After 15 minutes into the consultation and speaking with Benjamin I knew he was the person for me. He got me out of a 21 year mistake and was able to reach an amicable situation with the ex. I would... hire Benjamin again due to his clear explanation, professionalism and follow through.

Posted by anonymous | March 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Has proven most reliable legal representation and advocation in family court matters

Over very nearly ten years of my very high conflict divorce, child support and child custody case I have been represented internationally by various attorneys from whom I have gained valuable advocation and decent to excellent legal representation. Some made themselves available to my constantly cha...nging and evolving legal issues as needed but were less than necessarily aggressive or organized in the court room in the face of my adversary or our judge. Others were less than available in the midst of legal family emergencies, but ample in the realm of presentation on court days. Ben on the other hand has been both, he not only makes and takes the time that I feel my case deserves, presents a respectable case on my behalf, but enters the courtroom with the respect, experience and savvy required to make the necessary progress and bring the matters of my family legitimately before judges and comissioners for appropriate request for orders as well as refinements to already existing orders on all fronts. Mr. Kanani has an element of humanity by which he weighs the issues at hand of which at times have been highly emotionally charged topics for my family. Although he is capable of respecting delicate issues, he is also very careful not to allow the element of emotion to affect the outcome of the case and maintains firm boundaries and limits by which he encourages we, myself as well as my witnesses, approach my case for the best outcome possible. No basis is left uncovered on court days and I can depend on that my issues will be resolved with the integrity they deserve. I am beyond grateful to Mr. Kabani for helping my children and I achieve legal heights that used to seem nearly impossible. I would highly recommend this attorney for any family law issue.

Posted by Graham | November 15, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Thank you Ben!

I highly recommend Ben, and here is why... After 6.5 years of putting my all into my marriage, I filed for divorce. My wife immediately hired an attorney, filed for & obtained a temporary Restraining Order by lying to the court, kept me from our daughter for 6 weeks, and led us down a destructive pa...th. Out of necessity, I hastily hired an attorney. After 9 months of deliberations, I spent en exorbitant amount of money, was kept from my daughter, and ended up with no legal custody & very limited visitation. All of this occurred because my counterpart simply continued with unlimited accusations, she had a good attorney, and I hired a bad attorney. I did not know any of this could happen as I'd been a dedicated husband, work-from-home father. I assumed all would work out as I had good intentions and wanted the best for everyone. I quickly learned that this does not matter, within the court system, when the other party has different intentions. The attorney I hired did not bring up valuable information in the court, did not ask the needed questions during our many court appearances, and did not take into account my useful ideas. Because of this, the end result was quite unfortunate; A loving father, left with very limited visitation, no savings, living month-to-month, depressed, and one who lost faith in the court system. As the following year passed, my ex-wife pursued attempts to get me into additional trouble. Calling the police for no reason, informing our child's pre-school of her prior temporary restraining order, and taking any action to defame me. I simply wanted to be left alone and wanted a reasonable custody schedule. After this 2nd year of threats, police phone calls, and defamatory actions, I finally fired my old attorney and found Ben. Within a few months I was back in court, Ben was concise in his presentation of facts, maintained a calm and direct manner, and ended this madness. The judge warned my ex-wife that she would loose majority custody if she did not discontinue her actions. As of today I have my daughter just shy of half the week (as it should be), I am no longer harassed, and I am living a happy life. All of which is because of Benjamin Kanani. I am so very thankful I found him.

Posted by RICK BANAWIS | March 29, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

What a relief!

Att. Ben Kanani did an excellent work when I was going through my divorce and very thankful that he was on my side. He was available 24-7 especially during the times when you really need legal advise and answered all my questions. He was very detail oriented, explained my case thoroughly, and ve...ry committed to the very end. He bend over backwards to resolve my case on a timely manner with positive result. I could never get over my legal turmoil without his expertise and support. I would never hesitate to ask for his legal counsel in the future. I would high recommend Ben to anyone who needs competent, experienced , & trustworthy legal representation!

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Benjamin F Kanani's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lisa Szekely

Family lawyer | Dec 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ben Kanani is an extremely talented, generous, intelligent family law attorney. I worked with Ben during his time volunteering with the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law, and saw firsthand how Ben was equally comfortable providing trauma informed legal advice for survivors of severe domestic violence, counseling parents involved in high-conflict custody and visitation situations, and addressing complex financial issues of support and asset division. He is a great asset to the community of family law attorneys practicing in Los Angeles."

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Roby Yadegar

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I fully endorse Benjamin. He is an exceptional attorney, very knowledgeable and savvy, always prepared and extremely responsive."

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Ghazal Mehrani

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Benjamin Kanani has exceptionally broad knowledge of California laws particularly in the areas of family, Criminal, land use, business and contract negotiation. He is also of excellent character and highly intelligent. I endorse Benjamin without reservation."

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Nicole Wilson-Martin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I recommend and endorse Mr. Kanani."

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Navid Kanani

Unknown lawyer | Apr 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Negin Yamini

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the honor and pleasure of working with Mr. Kanani on a series of cases. I was beyond impressed by Mr. Kanani's legal acumen, attention to detail, relentlessness, and incredibly ability to relate to clients. Ben is not only a top-notch professional but he has solid integrity and a heart of gold. I recommend him in strongest terms possible for any criminal or family case!"

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Kevin Gres

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 03

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Benjamin is a great attorney. He is knowledgeable, professional, and a great resource to have."

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Robert Berke

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have had the pleasure of working with Mr. Kanani on a variety of matters. He is extremely knowledgeable, organized, and thorough in both his presentation and understanding of criminal issues. He has impressed me on numerous occasions with his professionalism and dedication to the practice. I have on more than one occasion turned to Mr. Kanani to assist with me with exigent situations in criminal cases and he has come through resoundingly each time. I could not recommend more highly."

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Sharen Ghatan

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 31

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Ben and I have worked several multi defendant cases together and he's extremely bright, dedicated and motivated. It is a pleasure to have worked with him. I'll look forward to having another great experience with this worthy adversary in the future."

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Raphael Vernassal

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 30

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Ben Kanani is a professional attorney who has shown integrity and compassion in his practice."

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Chananel Nakasaka

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Kanani is very personable. He's experienced in criminal defense and family law. He is patient with his clients and is very professional with other counsel."

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Brian Hurwitz

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Courtney Ross-Tait

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alan Daneshrad

Unknown lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Afshin Asher

Probate lawyer | Mar 29

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2021

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2018

Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, State Bar of California

2018

Certificate of Tribute, Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law

2018

New Volunteer of the Year, Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law

2017

Lead Counsel Rated, Lead Counsel

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Owner/Attorney, Law Office of Benjamin Kanani, APC

Associations

2018 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Member

2013 - Present

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2011 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Alepyan v. Adzhemyan - BD656438

Joint physical and legal custody with a 50/50 time split.

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Education

2011

Loyola University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2008

Univ of California San Diego

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2020

Harriett Buhai Center Training

Custody and Visitation

Publications

Languages

English

Persian

Spanish

Activity

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