I'm a single mother of a 7yr old boy. I've been searching for an attorney that not only understands my financial state but who works really empower me in their legal approach. I've consulted with many types of lawyers that had an aggressive approach but their interpersonal skills and ability to truly... meet me where I was, seemed lacking. From my first initial consultation through the end of my legal proceedings, Ms. Tamara impressed me. Her knowledge doesn't only encompass family law, but includes an extensive amount of skills and knowledge in others areas that as a whole experience left me in tears of gratitude, empowerment, and happiness I haven't felt in 7 years struggling with my domestic violence case. My case was not a slam dunk each corner we turned together. My situation involved an insidious acts of abuse that were incredibly difficult to prove, meanwhile my son was suffering with anxiety, fear, and worry caused by our visitation schedule that I had tried so hard to move forward with smoothly. Ms. Benefield is like a mad scientist in the court system, navigating and adjusting quickly and tactfully through the curve balls thrown during court proceedings. As a licensed family therapist myself, I cannot believe today that I found such an amazing advocate with such a complex understanding of diverse situations and issues within family issues. I highly recommend Ms. Tamara, as she took my seed of hope and turned it into a fruitful blossom I never knew eww possible. My recommendation is to trust her through the process, however, and don't let your anxieties through the legal proceedings trickle onto your advocate, as to not make what you are going through even more complex. You must do your homework and be able to communicate your history with as concrete facts as possible as to work collaboratively with her intense, aggressive, and objective direction. Thank you Ms. Tamara, you have eternally changed my son's life as well as mine!

My divorce has been the most difficult and stressful time in my life. Tamara Benefield is absolutely amazing. She is simply gifted and brilliant in the field of family law. At times when I was completely upset or anxious her kind heart, understanding and gentle demeanor kept me going. Make no mista...ke, she will not hesitate to fight for you!! I was absolutely fascinated watching and listening to her represent me in court. She navigates through the court room with grace, knowledge and complete confidence. I have referred many people to her and I highly recommend her!

After going through several lawyers for an upcoming divorce trial, I was at the end of my rope. Dealing with inconsistent, unresponsive attorneys made me more than frustrated and after meeting Mrs. Benefield, i was shocked to discover that not all divorce lawyers were as dismissive and conniving as t...he ones i had encountered. This attorney took the time to listen to my case, specifically the nuances of my particular situation, and she quoted me an affordable rate (which based on my research was very competitive). She went out of her way to explain what her firm could provide me which aided me immensely in choosing to employ her services. Based on her legal knowledge and responsiveness, i would certainly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a reliable lawyer.

I hired Tamara in a Foreclosure Case and Unlawful Detainer Case. I paid her the amount requested, soon after recieving my money Tamara decieded to quit representing me and refused to refund my funds she had recieved. I ultimatley filed with the Beverly Hills Bar and won a judgement that was in Augu...st of 2011. I am still awaiting repayment. People rely on the Skill and Ethics among other qualities of Attorneys, In my case that was my home and I trusted her to try to save it. She did none of the work that she was paid to do and refused to give me an accounting of the fees. Be careful of the Attorneys you are going to hire research them, have them give you references . You can lose everything if you hire the wrong one like Me.