Benjamin Lopatin

Benjamin Lopatin is a Litigation Partner at Cordell & Cordell who exclusively practices family law in California. He represents clients in divorce, child custody, child support, property division, spousal support, modifications, and related family law disputes. He is known for helping clients navigate emotionally difficult cases with clear explanations and responsive communication. He emphasizes negotiation when agreement may reduce delay, expense, and uncertainty while remaining prepared to litigate contested matters when necessary in court proceedings statewide.

Benjamin earned his J.D., cum laude, from Shepard Broad Law Center at Nova Southeastern University, where he served on the Nova Law Review. He earned his LL.M. in Intellectual Property from DePaul College of Law with Phi Kappa Phi Honors. He earned his B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Buffalo. He is licensed in California and admitted before the US Supreme Court and several federal appellate and district courts.

Benjamin previously practiced family law and consumer protection class action litigation before joining his current practice. He now focuses exclusively on family law and advises clients facing personal, financial, and parenting issues. His experience includes negotiation, litigation strategy, and appellate work in matters involving divorce, custody, support, and property. He also belongs to the Family Law Section of the California Lawyers Association, supporting his focus on developments in family law.

Benjamin Lopatin was named Top Regional Attorney in 2024 after finishing as runner-up for the same recognition in 2023. He brings a client-centered approach to family law, combining negotiation skills with courtroom readiness and direct communication. His practice reflects a commitment to explaining each stage of the legal process and responding promptly to client concerns. He helps individuals protect parental, financial, and legal interests during significant family transitions across California.

Law Office Affiliations

• Litigation Partner, Cordell & Cordell
• Member, California State Bar
• Member, California Lawyer’s Association, Family Law Section

Licensed State

• California

Education

• DePaul College of Law
  Master of Law (LLM)
• Shepard Broad Law Center at Nova Southeastern University
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Buffalo
  Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA)

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