Atty. Ben P Leader

Atty. Ben P Leader

Ben Leader is Elrod Pope Law Firm’s newest attorney, joining the practice in September, 2014. He works on Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury cases.

Rock Hill Rock Hill 13 yrs experience 13 year
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Profile Summary

About Ben P Leader at a glance

Ben P Leader is a Partner based in Rock Hill, South Carolina, practicing at Elrod Pope Accident & Injury Attorneys. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, and product liability. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2013) and South Carolina (2014). Educated at Campbell University (J.D., 2013) and Clemson University (B.A., 2010). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of SC Bar- 2014 NC Bar- 2013. Serands clients in Rock Hill, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Ben Leader is Elrod Pope Law Firm’s newest attorney, joining the practice in September, 2014
  • He works on Workers’ Compensation and Personal Injury cases
  • Ben earned his Juris Doctorate in 2013 from Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law located in Raleigh, North Carolina
  • While attending school, Ben was very involved
  • He served on Clemson University’s Leadership Council from 2007-2010 and was acting Vice President (2008-2009)
  • Ben acted as Clemson Student Senator (2007-2009) and served as a Committee Chairman from 2008-2009
  • Ben was a member of several other groups including Sigma Nu Fraternity Inc., Campbell University Men’s Legal Caucus, York County Clemson Club, and Clemson University Young Alumni Council
  • Ben was also the recipient of many honors while attending school
  • In December of 2008 at Clemson University, he was named Citizen of the Month by the Office of Community and Ethical Standards
  • He was an active member of Clemson’s Blue Key National Honor Society which represents the top 1% of all student leaders on campus
  • Ben was also a member of Omicron Delta Kappa- the National Leadership Society- as well as Tiger Brotherhood, which is Clemson’s oldest honorary service society
  • While in law school, Ben completed a semester long externship with the Honorable Chief Judge John C. Martin of the North Carolina Court of Appeals
  • Upon finishing law school and prior to working at Elrod Pope Law Firm, Ben worked as a law clerk to the Honorable John C. Hayes III of the 16th Judicial Circuit of South Carolina
  • He is also the son of attorney Jack Leader, one of Elrod Pope’s long term partners
  • Elrod Pope Law Firm is honored to have Ben Leader as part of the team

Practice Areas Explained

Ben P Leader's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Ben P Leader handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Ben P Leader is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in South Carolina →

Wrongful Death

Ben P Leader is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in South Carolina →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Ben P Leader is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in South Carolina →

Workers Compensation

Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.

Ben P Leader is one of 55,389 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in South Carolina →

Product Liability

Ben P Leader is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in South Carolina →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in South Carolina

Practicing law in South Carolina. Legal matters in South Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Rock Hill are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate South Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in South Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in South Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

Looking for additional South Carolina attorneys? Browse all attorneys in Rock Hill or all attorneys in South Carolina.

Frequently Asked

Common questions about Ben P Leader

Where is Ben P Leader's law office located?
Ben P Leader's law practice is located in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The firm is Elrod Pope Accident & Injury Attorneys. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Ben P Leader handle?
Ben P Leader focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, workers comp, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Ben P Leader practiced law?
Ben P Leader has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
Where did Ben P Leader go to law school?
Ben P Leader earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.A., 2010).
How can I contact Ben P Leader for a consultation?
You can contact Ben P Leader directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Ben P Leader received?
Ben P Leader's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Campbell University
- 2013
B.A.
Clemson University
- 2010

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2013
South Carolina
Admitted: 2014

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