Amanda Fay Benedict
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Amanda Fay Benedict
Biography
Ms. Benedict is an appellate attorney in California and in federal courts. Ms. Benedict additionally provides legal writing services for fellow attorneys.
Ms. Benedict's litigation background included both defense and plaintiff representation. As a defense attorney, Ms. Benedict had 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 was passionate about fighting for the rights of cyclists and motorists who sustained injuries in accidents. Working on both the plaintiff's side and the defense side provided Ms. Benedict with a unique objective view of legal issues.
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, longshore, criminal, education, civil rights, professional liability, and personal injury.
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.
Ms. Benedict loves the San Diego outdoors. Ms. Benedict has successfully completed an Ironman triathlon and several half-ironman triathlons. Ms. Benedict remains active on playing golf, sailing, mountain bike riding and running with her dog.
Practice Areas
Appeals & Appellate
Civil Appeals, Federal Appeals
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
Fees
- Free Consultation - 30 minute free consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees - 33% - 40%
- Rates, Retainers and Additional Information - $300 hourly rate
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Staff Attorney Appellate Defenders, Inc.
Year: 1999 - 2005
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Paralegal / Law Clerk Appellate Defenders, Inc.
Year: 1994 - 1999
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Attorney Law Office of Amanda Benedict
Year: 2018 - Current
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Attorney Law Office of Amanda F. Benedict
Year: 2005 - 2011
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Attorney Klinedinst, PC
Year: 2011 - 2012
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Associate Attorney Gates, O'Doherty, Gonter & Guy, LLP
Year: 2012 - 2014
Description: Civil litigation, family law, and appellate representation
Attorney Winet, Patrick, Gayer, Creighton & Hanes, LLP
Year: 2014 - 2018
Description: At WPGC&H, Ms. Benedict is an active member of the firm's litigation team and appellate team. 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.
Professional Associations
San Diego County Bar Association Member (1999 - Current)
California State Bar  # 200291 Member (1999 - Current)
California Appellate Defense Counsel (2006 - Current)
Consumer Attorneys of San Diego Member (2005 - Current)
American Bar Association Member (1999 - Current)
Awards
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San Diego Super Lawyers - Appeals
Super Lawyers 2017.0
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San Diego Super Lawyers - Appeals
Super Lawyers 2016.0
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Southern California Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers 2014.0
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San Diego Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers 2011.0
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San Diego Super Lawyers - Appeals
Super Lawyers 2018.0
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San Diego Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers 2015.0
Education
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Univ of California Santa Barbara Undergraduate Degree
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Univ of San Diego School of Law Law Degree
Websites
http://www.amandabenedict.com
Law Office of Amanda Benedict
Law Office of Amanda Benedict
7710 Hazard Center Dr., Suite E104, San Diego, CA 92108