Thomas Binetter is an associate in the Firm's Taxation, Trusts & Estates Department, and is passionate about elder law and estate planning. Having witnessed firsthand the consequences that inadequate wills, estates, and trusts have on families, loved ones, and legacies for generations to come, he has built on those personal experiences to enrich his appreciation for the personal nature of succession planning, the people that shape each strategic decision, and the reward that comes from ensuring that your legacy is protected.
Thomas obtained a bachelor’s degree in commerce and arts from the University of Sydney with First Class Honors and his Juris Doctorate from the University of New South Wales. He is admitted to the State Bar of California and has bar admissions from the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia. His accolades from college include winning the 2013 Dean’s List Prize for outstanding achievement from The University of New South Wales and the 2009 Sir Alexander Beatie Prize for academic excellence from The University of Sydney.
Beginning in 2014, Thomas practiced as an attorney in various areas, including estate planning, estate and trust litigation, probate, civil litigation, real property, and commercial leasing.
In 2019, he transitioned to establish his own practice, focusing on wills and trusts, business succession planning, real property, commercial leasing, and conveyancing for Australian clients.
A resident of Los Angeles, Thomas is an established musician, playing electric guitar for over 20 years in a variety of heavy metal bands including the 3x Australian Grammy-nominated post-rock juggernaut ‘sleepmakeswaves.’ Thomas is also a fervent scotch whisky enthusiast and avid world traveler, having visited 38 countries with an ultimate goal of reaching 100 in his lifetime.
Thomas brings with him a variety of experiences in the law and, having practiced in both litigation and transactional work, knows the value of protecting your interests now so as to avoid costly litigation in the future.
JMBM’s Trusts & Estates Group is recognized by U.S. News & World Report / Best Law Firms® with a National First Tier ranking in Trusts & Estates Law.