I am a hometown attorney that handles Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Medi-Cal planning and VA Aid & Attendance planning focusing on the needs of elders as well as Special Needs Trusts for those with disabilities. I also handle Probate matters, decedent's estates, trust administration, conservatorship and guardianship.
Languages spoken
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| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | Active | 1997 | 05/10/2021 |
| Legal answers | 79 |
| Legal guides | 0 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Professor of the Year | University of Northern California, Lorenzo Patino School of Law | 2012 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | University Of Northern California, Lorenzo Patino School Of Law | 2013 - Present |
| Attorney | Law Office of Benjamin V. Platon II | 1997 - Present |
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Elder Counsel | Member | 2013 - Present |
| ARAG Legal Insurance | Network Attorney | 2010 - Present |
| State Bar of California, Trusts and Estates Section | Member | 2006 - Present |
| Sacramento County Bar Association, Probate and Estate Planning Section | Member | 2005 - Present |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| University of Northern California - Lorenzo Patino School of Law | Juris Doctorate | 1997 |
| Central Missouri St Univ | Bachelor of Science | 1981 |
Sally Gonzales, Estate planning Attorney on Jul 31, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Deanna Duncan, Estate planning Attorney on Mar 25, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely knowledgeable of the law, and a great advocate and mentor. He is always willing to help, and truly cares about his clients.
Milton Armistead, Trusts Attorney on Nov 10, 2010
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. I worked with attorney Platon on several difficult trust cases. I found him creative, thorough and relentless in finding the best outcome for his client's. I highly recommend him.