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Amanda Fay Benedict
About Amanda
Biography
Ms. Benedict is an experienced appellate advocate and litigator with a broad spectrum of experience.
As an appellate advocate, Ms. Benedict has represented clients before the California Court of Appeal, the California Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, and successfully obtained Cert. review at the United States Supreme Court. She has submitted in excess of 200 appellate briefs, in a wide range of matters including maritime, criminal, professional liability, corporate, and family law.
Ms. Benedict's litigation practice includes both defense and plaintiff representation. As a defense attorney, Ms. Benedict has a good working relationship with several insurance carriers advocating for their insureds in automobile liability, premise liability, and business liability matters. As a plaintiff's attorney, she is passionate about fighting for the rights of cyclists and motorcyclists who fall victim to inattentive motorists.
Ms. Benedict earned her law degree from the University of San Diego, School of Law, where she served as Vice President of the Student Bar Association. She earned her B.A. from University of California, Santa Barbara, and was a member of their NCAA women's soccer team.
Practice Areas
3
Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 300-400 per hour
Contingency
30%-40%
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in California for 27 years
State: California
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Amanda Benedict
7710 Hazard Center Dr., Suite E104, San Diego, CA, 92108
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Amanda Fay Benedict's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | October 1, 2009
A bicycle lawyer that will truly represent you.
I was involved in a bicycle accident with a large truck that left me with a complete fracture of my fibula. The injury required the insertion of a plate and screws, and many months of rehab. A cycling friend recommended Amanda to me, and since she is a cyclist herself, it meant I would have someone r...
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"Ms. Benedict is a passionate and thoroughly competent appellate attorney. She is very easy to work with and her legal writing is impeccable. I have referred clients to Amanda for appeals, and would be glad to do so again."
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"Ms. Benedict has been representing indigent criminal defendants on appeal for over ten years. In 2005, she went into private practice and expanded her court appointed indigent defendant work to also include retained criminal defendants on appeal. She has appeared countless times before the Court of Appeal and three times before the California Supreme Court. Ms. Benedict also provides legal research and writing services to litigators. I endorse, applaud and admire this lawyer's work."
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"Amanda is a truly amazing appellate attorney who has appeared before the Courts of Appeal and the California Supreme Court. I would not hesitate to refer her any appellate work that I have. I endorse this lawyer's work."
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Experience
Honors
2018
San Diego Super Lawyer - Appeals, Super Lawyers Magazine
2017
San Diego Super Lawyer - Appeals, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
San Diego Super Lawyer - Appeals, Super Lawyers Magazine
2015
San Diego Super Lawyer - Appeals, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Southern California Super Lawyer - Appeals, Super Lawyers Magazine
2011
Faculty Member, The Private Defenders, Inc.
2011
San Diego Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Chairperson, Conference of Delegates, San Diego County Bar
2003
Member of The Year, Triathlon Club of San Diego
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Attorney, Law Office Of Amanda F. Benedict
2014 - 2018
Attorney, Winet, Patrick, Gayer, Creighton & Hanes, LLP
2012 - 2014
Attorney, Gates, O'Doherty, Gonter & Guy, LLP
2011 - 2012
Attorney, Klinedinst PC
2005 - 2011
Attorney, Law Office of Amanda F. Benedict
1999 - 2005
Staff Attorney, Appellate Defenders Inc.
1995 - 1999
Paralegal / Law Clerk, Appellate Defenders, Inc.
1994 - 1995
Paralegal, Neil, Dymott, Perkins, Brown & Frank, APC
Associations
1999 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
1999 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - 2011
The Private Defenders, IncBoard Member
2005 - 2011
Consumer Attorneys of San DiegoMember
2004 - 2011
California Appellate Defense CounselMember
1999 - 2009
Appellate Court CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
People v. Daniel W. (a juvenile)
The Court of Appeal affirmed.
People v. Baker (2002) 98 Cal.App.4th 1217
Affirmance of Conviction
People v. Buttram (2002) 30 Cal.4th 773
Reversal
In re Arturo D/People v. Hinger (2002) 27 Cal.4th 60
Affirmance of conviction
Education
1998
University of San Diego School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1992
University of California, Santa Barbara
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2012
Title IX 40th Anniversary Celebration
Title IX
2012
American Association of University Women
Education and Athletics for Young Women
2011
Annual MCLE Conference
Criminal Appellate Law
2009
Government & Law - Seniors
Know Your Rights - Teenager's Rights In The Legal System
2005
Criminal Defense Bar Luncheon, North County
Making A Record For the Appeal
2005
Criminal Defense Bar Luncheon
Recognizing and Addressing Bias In The Legal Profession
2005
California Appellate Defense Counsel, San Diego
Using Technology To Work Efficiently
2005
Apppointed Appellate Counsel Monthly Luncheon
Dealing with Difficult Clients
Publications
2012
Klinedinst, PC Employment Newsletter
Personal Attendants Who Are Exempt From Overtime Pay Do Not Become Non-Exempt by Performing Healthcare Related Services
2012
Klinedinst PC Employment News
Employment Arbitration Agreements Containing Class Action Waivers Are Enforceable
2003
(2003) 1 Cal.4th 510
In re Emiliano M
2003
(2003) 113 Cal.App.4th 400
People v. Martinez
2002
(2002) 30 Cal.4th 773
People v. Buttram
2002
(2002) 27 Cal.4th 60
In re Arturo D./People v. Hinger
2001
(2001) 98 Cal.App.4th 1217
People v. Baker
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
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20 Dec 2010
Q&A
How many appeals does a person get if they are sentenced to LWOP
13 Sep 2010
Q&A
What is charge level F (Felony)
22 May 2010
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Hiring A Bike Accident Attorney
17 Sep 2010
Legal Guide
Bike Safety - Properly Fitting a Bike Helmet
17 Sep 2010
Legal Guide
Criminal Appeal Process in California
15 Nov 2008