Prior to practicing law, I served as an ordained minister in christian education and family ministries. I was awarded special recognition in family law studies in law school. My goal is to resolve matters first before going to litigation in family law. In probate matters, I know that time is of the essence and we try to resolve matters as quickly as possible.
I also publish a blog where I provide commentary on the intersection of religious faith and culture at www.intothemarketplace.blog.townhall.com
I host a weekly hour long talk show on legal topics each Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. title "Law Talk" on KSGVradio.com on the Internet.
I provide pro bono services to single mothers who are residents of a women's shelter for single homeless mothers, Stepping Stones for Women, Inc a faith based non-profit agency in Covina, CA.
Practice areas
Divorce cases inclusive of spousal support, child support, wage assignments and pension issues and high asset value cases and uncontested divorce cases.
17 years, 20 cases
Both high asset value and low asset value cases
17 years, 15 cases
Probate of estates and experience inclusive of guardianship and conservatorship matters.
17 years, 10 cases
Experience in high contest custody and move away cases
17 years, 15 cases
Experience in both traditional child support and in defending clients with county reimbursements
17 years, 10 cases
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2005 | 02/07/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Trinity Scholar Award - Community Property | Trinity Law School | 2003 |
Honors | Fuller Seminary | 1991 |
Magna Cum Laude | Simpson College | 1981 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Owner | Law Offices of Greg Benton | 2005 - Present |
Owner | Training and Compliance Associates | 1995 - 2004 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Canyon City Church | Founding Pastor for church plan t | 2017 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2006 - Present |
Los Angeles County Bar Association | Member | 2005 - Present |
Stepping Stones for Women, Inc | Advisory Member | 2004 - Present |
Southern California Network of the Assemblies of God | Ordained Minister | 1984 - Present |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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www.intothemarketplace.blog.townhall.com | Cultural Blog | 2009 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Trinity Law School | Juris Doctor | 2003 |
Fuller Seminary | M. Div | 1991 |
Simpson College | Masters degree | 1981 |
Northwest Coll | undergraduate | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Law Talk | Hourly talk show on internet radio program | 2010 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Birdsong v. Birdsong | Convinced judge to rule in favor of client |
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Colleen Dillon, Child custody Attorney on Oct 18, 2018
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Willie Graves, Family Attorney on Jun 2, 2017
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Mr. Benton has the skills, the background and the experience of a compassionate advocate. I endorse this lawyer without reservation.
Colleen Dillon, Child custody Attorney on Oct 18, 2018
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Willie Graves, Family Attorney on Jun 2, 2017
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Mr. Benton has the skills, the background and the experience of a compassionate advocate. I endorse this lawyer without reservation.
Wayne Morrow, Family Attorney on May 5, 2017
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Kris Crawford, Family Attorney on Mar 17, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Benton provides great advice to those in need. He takes time out of his day to answer questions on AVVO and point people in the right direction.
Channika Desilva, Family Attorney on Feb 25, 2017
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Peter Depew, Probate Attorney on Feb 8, 2017
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I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Benton provides a much needed service on Avvo. He donates his time to individuals who are in need of immediate legal answers.
Gregory Cade, Child custody Attorney on Jan 27, 2017
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Amanda Naples, Probate Attorney on Dec 2, 2016
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I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Benton provides a much needed service on Avvo. He donates his time to individuals who are in need of immediately legal answers.
Aryeh Leichter, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jun 1, 2015
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Jenifer Robinson, Divorce and separation Attorney on Apr 23, 2015
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Elie Aghabi, Child custody Attorney on Mar 31, 2015
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Matthew Smurda, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 25, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer. He is well-respected in the family law community and is highly knowledgeable.
Jaime Cage, Family Attorney on Mar 14, 2015
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I endorse this lawyer.
Jill Rogers, Unknown Attorney on Feb 5, 2015
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Hardworking and determined. I endorse this lawyer.
Douglas Goss, Unknown Attorney on Jan 29, 2015
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James Saulsbury, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jan 29, 2015
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Sean Cleary, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 18, 2014
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Judd Nemiro, Unknown Attorney on Oct 17, 2014
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I highly endorse this lawyer, they are a well respected member of the legal community and always give their clients the best representation, If you are looking for someone willing to fight hard for your case, then look no further!
Michael Doland, Divorce and separation Attorney on Oct 17, 2014
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The experience and expertise of Mr. Benton are obvious from his accurate and analytic answers customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These qualities are exactly what every client would look for when hiring an attorney.
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