Benjamin Karl Helfman
also known as Ben Helfman
About Benjamin
Biography
Leep, Tescher, Helfman and Zanze (LTHZ Law) traces its roots back many decades to when Ben Leep and Skip Tescher began practicing law together in Shasta County. After Ben passed away in 1999, Skip continued to run the firm as a sole practitioner.
At last, as Skip approached retirement, he began searching for the right lawyers to take over his practice and keep his faithful staff employed. He chose attorneys Ben Helfman and Brian Zanze and entrusted them with the mission of carrying on a long legacy of service to injured workers.
Ben Helfman tells the story: "Skip took us out to lunch in 2011 and said, 'Ben and Brian, do you know the picture of the quarterback on my desk? The one where his helmet is off and he's on his knees, blood running down his face? That picture is on my desk to remind me not to stay one season too long.' Skip continues to be our mentor, frequently visiting our office with his grandchildren and talking law with us." Brian Zanze later also retired when he and his wife moved to Albania so she could teach music in an English language school.
Ben Helfman has practiced law since 1989 and workers' compensation since 1992. The State Bar of California certified Ben as a specialist in Workers' Compensation. He currently runs the firm as a solo practitioner but keeps the name to honor its history. He regularly speaks to the statewide group of attorneys who represent injured workers and serves on several of their committees.
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Fees and Rates
Cost
15%-15%
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Licensed in California for 36 years
State: California
Acquired: 1989
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Location
Benjamin K. Helfman
1440 West Street, Redding, CA, 96001
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Benjamin Karl Helfman's Reviews
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16 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Lawsuits & Disputes
Posted by Shannon | January 09, 2026 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best Workman's Compensation Attorney in California
Benjamin Telfman was kind enough to consult with me regarding my Workman's Compensation case. I was at the settlement phase of my case and it was then that it became obvious my employer had their own interests in mind and had become very pushy to rush me to settle. Benjamin explained to me, in laym...
Posted by Joseph | May 15, 2025 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best local workers comp attorney
Ben Helfman gave me the best advice I could have asked for. He sat with me for an hour and a half helping me navigate my claim and gave me advice. He is very knowledgeable and personable! He is also local here in redding which is amazing. His secretary Amanda is super friendly! I highly recommend! ...
Posted by Mike | October 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Professional and thorough
Been Helfman and his team were very professional in the handling of my cases. I had 2 cases and I am very satisfied with how Ben settled then both. He say down with me and read and explained everything paragraph of every document to me in language I could understand. Very nice guy and great Attorney....
Posted by Kerry | January 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
EXCELLENT ATTORNEY!!! Very professional, knowlegable & very efficient, compassionate.
Mr. Helfman has been very compassionate. He has the patience of Jobe. He and his team have always been very available and attentive. I had a complex case with difficult legal issues. I was happy with the result. I would highly recommend him.
Benjamin Karl Helfman's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Helfman is known by his peers to be extremely knowledgeable in the law and a leader in the North State concerning representation of injured workers in Worker' Compensation matters."
"I've known Ben and watched him develop as a lawyer over the past 9 years. He's become a superstar in the workers' comp community. When I need a reference or referral in Shasta he's my "go to" guy. He's smart, he knows the law, he's innovative and he's aggressive. What else can you want in a lawyer? Nice guy? Well, yeah...he's that, too."
"Ben Helfman is a bright and hard working attorney. He dedicates his life to helping injured workers. He gets great results for his clients. I watched him speak at the recent workers compensation convention. Very good speaker. I recommend him without hesitation."
"I endorse this lawyer. I've known Benjamin for many years. His expertise and experience has been recognized by the State Bar of California conferring Benjamin with a specialist certification in work comp. He has also appeared at work comp attorney conferences as a presenter to share his knowledge with his peers. Benjamin takes a genuine interest in his clients and works hard to obtain all the rights and benefits due them."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ben is very knowledgable in this area of the law. He's professional, helpful and experienced. I heartily recommend him. You won't be disappointed."
"Mr. Helfman is an excellent, highly specialized attorney who cares about his clients. He has my endorsement."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
50th Anniversary Above and Beyond Award Regulations Committee, California Applicants' Attorneys Association
2015
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California
2010
Above and Beyond Award, California Applicants' Attorneys Association
Work Experience
2011 - Present
Partner, Leep Tescher Helfman and Zanze
2004 - 2011
Owner, Law Offices of Benjamin K. Helfman
Associations
2007 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys Association chapterPresident
2007 - Present
California Applicants' Attorneys AssociationBoard Member
Member
Education
1988
JD - Juris Doctor
1985
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
2015
2015
2014
2013
Medical Treatment Procedures
2011
Law Office Management
2011
Workers Compensation Specialization
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
What is a deposition needed for if my case Is already 2 years old and about to be settled ?
30 Jun 2016
SETTLEMENT BEFORE QME??
05 Jul 2016
What will happen to the excess amount from SJDB Voucher worth $6000.00
03 Jul 2016