Ephraim William Benjamin

Ephraim William Benjamin

5.0
Rating: 8.1

Licensed for 31 years

Violent crime Lawyer at Tacoma, WA
Practice Areas: Violent Crime, DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense ... +6 more

6915 LAKEWOOD DRIVE W BUILDING A-1, Suite #301, Tacoma, WA

About Ephraim

Biography

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Violent Crime 40%

All violent crimes

31 years

40%
Criminal Defense 20%

In State and Federal Courts

31 years

20%
DUI and DWI 20%

31 years

20%
Ethics and Professional Responsibility 6%

assisting attorneys with ethics questions and with bar complaints.

6%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Washington for 31 years

State: Washington

Acquired: 1994

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Ephraim William Benjamin

6915 LAKEWOOD DRIVE W BUILDING A-1, Suite #301, Tacoma, WA, 98467

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Ephraim William Benjamin's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

11 Client Reviews

5 star (11)
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Posted by Bryan V | January 22, 2025 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best attorney

Best attorney in the Lakewood Tacoma area, this man has decades of experience. Super straight forward and gets the job done. He helped me get off of a super bad situation I was in. Thank you Ephraim for all your help. Definitely recommend him.

Posted by Ron | March 12, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

A Top Gun Defense

There will never be another defense attorney like Ephraim Benjamin. I took a chance in hiring Ephraim as my defense counsel knowing he had no prior experience in an court martial. It was only because of his reputation as a defense attorney I took that chance in hiring him to represent me along with m...y JAG attorneys in a court martial. Ephraim was ready for trial within five days on a case that I was looking at multiple life sentences. With tactfulness and years of trial experience. Ephraim played critical role in my defense team. With his experience and ability to present my side of the story along with his ability to show that the government’s case was based off of false allegations. The jury deliberated for less than an hour to return with a not guilty verdict on all charges. For that I am forever grateful.

Posted by Jennifer | April 6, 2018 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

I am truly blessed!

When I was incarcerated and didn’t know what I had gotten myself into being around the wrong people and wrong time, I really was facing some time god knew my heart and he place people in your life for a reason , and god placed this Attorney in my life. I couldn’t afford a lawyer at all but I prayed a...nd the more I prayed And left all my worries to god, the more he worked through my favor. Emphiam kept in contact with me when I was incarcerated not all the time but just enough to let me know what was going on and just by all this I was grateful. I gotta say, I was and am truly thankful and lucky through it all. This was 8 years ago. Now I watch who I accept in my life, I make sure I make the right choices, I’m working , and everyone that I choose as friends are really family! Thank you Mr .Emphriam for helping me ! you are truly amazing!!!!

Posted by Xavier | January 21, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

HIRE THIS MAN

I was charged with 5 counts of rape of a minor and one count of depiction of a minor. Looking at quite a few years if found guilty. Ephraim Benjamin surgically and tactfully picked apart the accusing parties testimony. And won the case, all 12 jurors unanimously found me not guilty of all charges. He... helped with restoring my life....

Ephraim Benjamin

Replied last January 25, 2018

Thank you Xavier, I am happy that you were vindicated and that the Jury found you not guilty on all charges. http://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/crime/article196515914.html

Posted by anonymous | May 9, 2015 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Quik reply!

I wrote asking a question, not expecting an answer for a day or two, just after his court day was finished, I had my answer. I will definatly be retaining Mr. Benjamin if the issue needs further action. Thank you!

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Ephraim William Benjamin's Lawyer Endorsements

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Deola Lebron

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the best criminal defense attorneys that I know. If I ever need to refer a case out, he is my only choice."

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Elizabeth Penner

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ephraim is an excellent attorney. His dedication to his clients is impressive."

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Vinny Randhawa

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Waddington

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ephraim. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jeffrey Goldman

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. He is an exceptional trial attorney. He is respected by Judges and fellow advocates. I would recommend him to anyone who has been accused of commiting a crime."

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Natalie Durflinger

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have witnessed Mr. Benjamin's advocacy for his clients on many occasions. He is well versed on the law and cares deeply for his clients. I have seen him get amazing results on behalf of his clients. I strongly endorse this attorney."

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Scott Moriarity

Criminal defense lawyer | May 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Ephraim since 1998 and seen his great work many time. I endorse this lawyer."

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Kenneth Blanford

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ephraim often thinks outside of the box, to his clients benefit."

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Timothy Healy

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas George

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I believe that Ephraim is highly competent both in and out of the courtroom. He has excellent analytical skills, demonstrates great pragmatism, and cares deeply about his clients. The results which he achieves are truly exceptional."

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Mark Treyz

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Malaier

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Benjamin's work without reservation."

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James Oliver

Criminal defense lawyer | Nov 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work. I have personally witnessed Mr. Benjamin in trial, and I can say he is as good as any attorney in town. He is highly intelligent, an impeccable dresser, and he works hard are preparing his cases. He is an excellent attorney."

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Anna Woods

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Shane Silverthorn

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Stephen Oelrich

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Barbara Corey

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Experience

Rating:  8.1 (Excellent)

Work Experience

1995 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Ephraim W. Benjamin

Associations

1997 - Present

Admitted to the Federal Court for the Western District of Washington

Member

1995 - Present

Tacoma Pierce County Bar Association

Member

1994 - Present

Washington State Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Possession of child pornography

The state dismissed the case, on the eve of trial.

Retained as rape allegations were being investigated.

The detective recommended that the case be closed and no charges were filed against my client.

1 count of Assault in the second degree and 2 counts of assault in the 4th degree.

Not guilty on all counts.

Attempted murder in the first degree

Case reversed on appeal, due to abuse of discretion by Judge.

Murder in the first degree

case reversed for retrial

State v. Mcgriff

NOT GUILTY ON ALL 6 COUNTS

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Education

1993

Gonzaga University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1989

Marquette University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

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