Benjamin P. DeCarlo is a California-licensed attorney with Gietzen, PC. Mr. DeCarlo represents businesses and individuals across a variety of legal matters. His practice emphasizes litigation, legal research, and written and oral advocacy, drawing on his experience in federal court, administrative proceedings, and competitive appellate advocacy.
Mr. DeCarlo graduated magna cum laude from California Western School of Law in May 2025, where he received Academic Excellence Awards in Torts, Professional Responsibility, and Community Property. Prior to law school, he graduated magna cum laude from California State University San Marcos with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science.
Benjamin brings valuable courtroom experience to his practice, having completed judicial externships with a federal judge in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California and with the San Diego Immigration Court. Through these experiences, he gained firsthand exposure to judicial decision-making, courtroom procedure, and the complexities of litigation in both federal and administrative proceedings.
Ben approaches the practice of law with an emphasis on thorough preparation, analytical reasoning, and persuasive advocacy. His academic achievements, judicial experience, and advocacy background inform his commitment to providing thoughtful, diligent, and effective representation to clients.