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Benjamin M Hill
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Biography
I graduated cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh where I earned a Bachelor of Philosophy degree in Film Studies with a certificate in Russian and East European Studies. During my undergraduate studies, I also attained the university’s highest undergraduate merit scholarship as well as its higher undergraduate research fellowship — the Chancellor’s Scholarship and Chancellor’s Fellowship. In 1998, I was accepted by Southwestern University’s SCALE program, the first ABA-accredited two year year law school program. During my graduate studies, I attained the university’s highest merit scholarship, the Wildman Scholarship. I received my Juris Doctor in May 2000 and became a member of the California State Bar later that year. Most of my thirteen years of civil litigation have been as defense counsel for California employers where my philosophy is simple: “assess your legal risks and identify your options for managing those risks.”
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
80%
26 years | 70 cases
Contracts and Agreements
10%
26 years | 60 cases
Intellectual Property
10%
26 years | 25 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
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- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 25 years
State: California
Acquired: 2000
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Hill Law Firm
15260 Ventura Blvd., Suite 1200, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403
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Posted by anonymous | October 30, 2013 | Employment & Labor
Employment Client
It's no secret that California law favors the employee over the employer. I was hesitant to let an employee go even when it was obvious that the employee was not the right fit for the position. I retained Ben Hill to assess the situation and tell me what options were available for my company. Ben ...
Posted by Justin | October 29, 2013 | Trademark Infringement
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A former licensee of my company's trademark continued using my company's trademark after the license agreement had expired. When she ignored my demand letters, my company sued her for trademark infringement. When the ex-licensee recognized what awaited her in Court, she agreed to cease and desist f...
Posted by Jack | October 08, 2013 | Litigation
Benjamin Hill is an excellent attorney.
I highly recommend Benjamin. He represented me in a litigation with bank lender and is extremely trustworthy and knowledgable. When it comes to litigation, I would go with no other than Benjamin.
Benjamin M Hill's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ben and I met as opposing counsel in a litigated matter. Ben was (and is) dogged and determined in his representation of his clients. He was (and is) a formidable opponent. The litigation became heated and contentious at times, but Ben maintained his professionalism and put his clients' interests first. I certainly would (and do) trust him with any number of legal matters/cases."
"I had the pleasure of having Ben as my opposing counsel in an employment matter. Ben was a strong and resourceful advocate for his client, while also being professional, civil and actually nice to work against."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I had the opportunity recently to work with Ben Hill over the course of more than a year. I can say that he definitely knew the relevant wage and hour laws and concepts at dispute in our matter. During the entire year we worked together on a rather contentious matter, I noticed that Ben consistently carried himself in only the most professional manner. Ben has an uncommon ability to maintain and foster a cordial environment between opposing counsel, without in the process compromising his tenacity in pursuit of his clients' interests. Any client would be fortunate to have Ben Hill in their corner. Sincerely, Seth E. Tillmon, Esq."
"Ben was professional, intelligent and civil throughout the litigation. I've now had two cases opposing him and he has been a pleasure to work against."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben did a great job. He was prompt, attentive and focussed on matter. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is very skilled and knowledgeable in all phases of litigation."
"I endorse this lawyer. We've worked together on several cases and I've found his legal abilities to be outstanding."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is a skilled, hard working attorney. He puts his clients first and gets great results."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is simply amazing and one of the best I worked with in Law and Motion practice!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Benjamin is an excellent attorney and I highly recommend him."
"Ben is an excellent litigator. He knows how to focus on the A game of being a hardcore litigator, while being aware that sometimes settlement is in the clients best interest. I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Voltunteer of the Year, SoCal Pitt Club
Work Experience
2009 - 2013
Associate, Metal Law Group, LLP
2001 - 2009
Solo Practitioner, Law Office of Benjamin Hill
Associations
2016 - Present
Winnetka Neighborhood Council
2013 - Present
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationAttorney Member
2010 - Present
SoCal Pitt ClubTreasurer
Sample of Legal Cases
GTC Law Group CA, LLP v. Bullroarer, Inc., et al.
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Lee v. Hybrid Auto Glass, Inc.
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Lux v. Hybrid Auto Glass, Inc.
Dismissal of All Claims
Gallo v. Bosworth, et al.
Dismissal of All Claims
Washington v. Diverse Talent Group, Inc.
Judgment for Plaintiff
Guzman v. Santos, et al.
Judgment for Plaintiff
Heavenly Couture, Inc. v. Wenger, et al.
Acceptance of Settlement Offer
Tuzman v. Pao
Acceptance of Settlement Offer
RHI/10223, LLC, et al. v. Kluge, et al.
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
United States v. Platinum Lending Corp.
Settlement of All Claims
Swenson, et al. v. The Elizabeth Penaat Trust, et al.
Acceptance of Settlement Offer
Carter v. Bank of America, et al.
Acceptance of Settlement Offer
Chavez v. Evergreen Child Care Food Program
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
RBS Citizens, N.A. v. Chen
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
WHPM, Inc., et al. v. Martinez, et al.
Judgment for Plaintiffs
Wicks v. Bank of America
Halted Trustee Sale
Barton v. CTR Builders, Inc.
Dismissal of all but one claim; award of less $500 damages
Saunders v. ACE Industrial Supply, Inc.
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Video Army, LLC v. GIB, LLC, et al.
Acceptance of Settlement Offer
Dumrique v. Cuevas
Dismissal of All Claims
Gleason, et al. v. Tenngren, et al.
Acceptance of Settlement Offer
HCX Group, LLC v. QC Investments, LLC
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Whitaker v. Flavours, Inc.
Abandonment of all Claims
Munoz v. Shin Shin Construction Corporation
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Wicks v. Quinn
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Storts v. Bazan, Huerta & Associaties, et al.
Acceptance of Settlement Offer
Swan v. Sargent, et al.
Dismissal of all Claims
Cruz v. Artech Information Systems, LLC
Dismissal of All Claims
Choi v. Desvigne
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Androvich v. Eubank
Dismissal of Claim
Stone, Rosenblatt & Cha, LLP v. QC Investments, LLC, et al.
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
CMJ Building, LLC v. Sripong, et al.
Dismissal of All Claims
Garcia v. Allstate Nursing Services, Inc.
Defense verdict
Green Shop Hyrdro, Inc. v. Tulare County Growers Supply, Inc.
Withdrawal of Opposition
Barajas v. Gauchos Village, Inc.
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Keledjian v. ProHD Rentals, Inc.
Dimissal of All Claims
Chen v. Constructive Capital, LLC, et al.
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Mirzakhanyan v. JV&T Capital, LLC, et al.
Dismissal of All Claims
State of California v. Arthur
Dismissal of All Claims
Presto v. Ochoa
Acceptance of Settlement Offer
Aivazian v. The Reeves Law Group
Acceptance of Settlement Offer
Azer v. Chegini
Acceptance of Settlement Offer
Ballentine v. ProHD Rentals, Inc.
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
GMP Laboraties of America, Inc. v. Orange County Water District
Acceptance of Six Figure Settlement
Keene v. Big Mobile Group, Inc.
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Peltonen v. ProHD Rentals, Inc.
Dismissal of All Claims
Jimlar Corporation v. The Fry Girl, Inc.
Settlement Permitting Registration of Proposed Mark
Lifford v. Block Capital Management, LLC, et al.
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Djalali v. Razak
Confidential Settlement & Release of All Claims
Walsh v. Adams
Judgment for Defendant (including mid-figures in attorney fees)
Education
2000
Southwestern Univ SOL
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Univ of Pittsburgh
B.Phil (Honors College)
Languages
English
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How do I get a wreckless endangerment charge that was a lesser plea to a DUI listed as a driving offense on my background check?
18 Feb 2014
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I was wrongfully fired from walmart then rehired after I proved they messed up, am I eligible for back pay I had medical leave
18 Feb 2014