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Benjamin T. "Ben" White, General Attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

focused on General and Trusts

Atlanta, GA

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Benjamin T. "Ben" White is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on General and Trusts.

Based in
Atlanta, GEORGIA
Experience
attorney
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General · Trusts
  • Handles General and Trusts matters from Atlanta, GEORGIA.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Atlanta) (2015).

About Benjamin T. "Ben" White: Benjamin T. "Ben" White is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on General and Trusts.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Benjamin T. "Ben" White

Benjamin concentrates on general and trusts. Each area below outlines the kind of case Benjamin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

General cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Benjamin takes general matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Benjamin agrees to represent you.

Trusts cases in Atlanta, Georgia

Benjamin takes trusts matters in Atlanta, Georgia. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Benjamin agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Benjamin T. "Ben" White — Attorney of Georgia general experience

Benjamin T. "Ben" White is an attorney based in Atlanta, GEORGIA. The practice focuses on General and Trusts.

Named by Best Lawyers in America as the “2012 Atlanta Lawyer of the Year” in the exempt organizations area and as the “2013 Atlanta Lawyer of the Year” in the trusts and estates litigation area, Ben White's practice emphasizes exempt organizations of all kinds, as well as estate and tax planning. As a partner in the largest and most comprehensive exempt organizations practice in the Southeast, Mr. White is widely known for his successful representation of exempt organizations with intractable tax problems. His clients include international, national, regional and local tax-exempt organizations, public and private, located throughout the United States and in other countries. Mr. White counsels extensively with both exempt organizations and lawyers, accountants and other professionals representing exempt organizations; and he provides strategic advice on the array of tax, business, cultural and political issues that are distinct to exempt organizations.

Mr. White also maintains an extensive wealth planning practice, representing some of the wealthiest individuals and families in the Southeast and providing counseling to individual and institutional trustees, executors, personal representatives and other fiduciaries throughout the region.

How Benjamin handles general matters

Named by Best Lawyers in America as the “2012 Atlanta Lawyer of the Year” in the exempt organizations area and as the “2013 Atlanta Lawyer of the Year” in the trusts and estates litigation area, Ben White's practice emphasizes exempt organizations of all kinds, as well as estate and tax planning. As a partner in the largest and most comprehensive exempt organizations practice in the Southeast,…

Who Benjamin represents

Benjamin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general and trusts matters in Atlanta and the surrounding Georgia area.

Credentials

Benjamin T. "Ben" White's legal education and bar admissions

  • Harvard University

    — · 1973

  • Harvard University

    J.D. · 1973

  • The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    — · 1969

Jurisdictions

Benjamin's state bar admissions

  • Georgia, State Bar o

    ACTIVE

Benjamin studied at — in Harvard University, J.D. in Harvard University, and — in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Law school and academic background

Benjamin completed — in Harvard University, J.D. in Harvard University, and — in The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Benjamin runs in Georgia is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Benjamin T. "Ben" White

Benjamin has received 22 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Atlanta)

    2015

  • Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Atlanta)

    2013

  • Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Atlanta)

    2012

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Charitable Gift Planning

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Churches

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Education

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Estate Planning

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Fiduciary Duties

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Gift Planning

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit Organizations and Charitable Giving

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Private Foundations

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Probate

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Succession Planning

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Tax-Exempt Organizations

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trust Administration

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Fulton County Arts Council Salute to the Arts Award, 1989

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Atlanta) (2015). Lawyer of the Year — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (Atlanta) (2013). Lawyer of the Year — Nonprofit / Charities Law (Atlanta) (2012). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Trusts and Estates (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Nonprofit / Charities Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Trusts and Estates (2026).

Locations

Benjamin T. "Ben" White's office in Atlanta

Benjamin's primary office is at 1201 West Peachtree Street, Suite 4900, Atlanta, Georgia, 30309-3424. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

1201 West Peachtree Street, Suite 4900

Atlanta, Georgia 30309-3424

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Hiring guide

How to hire Benjamin T. "Ben" White — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Benjamin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Benjamin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Benjamin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a general attorney in Atlanta, Georgia

A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Benjamin

Benjamin discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Benjamin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Benjamin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Benjamin T. "Ben" White

  • How much does it cost to hire Benjamin for a general case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Benjamin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Benjamin offer a free consultation?

    Benjamin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Benjamin's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Benjamin's current terms during booking.

  • How long do general cases in Georgia typically take?

    Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Benjamin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Benjamin take my case if I'm outside Atlanta?

    Benjamin is licensed in Georgia. Matters governed by Georgia law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Benjamin will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Benjamin?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Benjamin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Benjamin accepting new general clients right now?

    Benjamin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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