Atty. Benjamin "Ben" Chesson
Having tried nearly 20 cases to verdict, Ben Chesson is a trial lawyer with a proven record of winning when it matters. He has tried cases for corporate and individual clients in state and federal courts across North Carolina.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Charlotte, NC
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About Benjamin "Ben" Chesson at a Glance
Benjamin "Ben" Chesson is a business, class action, product liability, and litigation attorney based in Charlotte, North Carolina, practicing at Brooks, Pierce, McLendon, Humphrey & Leonard LLP. Admitted to practice in North Carolina, North Carolina Bar Association. Educated at Wake Forest University (J.D., 2010) and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (B.A., 2007). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Defendants (2026). Serves clients in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Benjamin "Ben" Chesson
- Having tried nearly 20 cases to verdict, Ben Chesson is a trial lawyer with a proven record of winning when it matters
- He has tried cases for corporate and individual clients in state and federal courts across North Carolina
- Ben has also represented clients in the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals, all appellate courts in North Carolina, and the South Carolina Supreme Court
- Whether representing plaintiffs or defendants, Ben understands that while disputes are resolved in courtrooms—cases are won in the methodical preparation that happens long before a jury reaches its verdict
- Ben obtained the largest collected judgment in North Carolina state court history
- Ben has tried cases or resolved disputes for large public companies, privately held businesses, individual and corporate investors, individual officers, directors, and shareholders, and professional architects, engineers, lawyers, and law firms
- While many of Ben’s clients are in the heavy manufacturing industry, he has experience representing clients in a variety of industries
- These industries include real estate, national security and government contractors, automotive racing, energy production and distribution, construction, medical, and legal
- He has represented clients in litigation in Delaware, South Carolina, Georgia, Virginia, Maryland, and Colorado
- Ben has extensive experience with assisting clients in business litigation matters
- He has obtained over $100,000,000 in collectable judgments or settlements for clients in commercial disputes since 2020
- The North Carolina Business Court has recognized his experience on multiple occasions when requiring opposing parties to pay his fees
- In one instance, the court said Ben had proven himself “very able in this litigation while handling complicated legal questions and a large universe of discoverable documents.” In a trade secret theft case, the Business Court recognized that Ben and his team have “significant experience in complex business litigation matters and have shown great ability in investigating Defendants’ misconduct, addressing complicated legal issues, and prosecuting the Second Sanctions Motion.” In a shareholder records dispute, the court recognized that “but for the tenacity and thorough review by [Ben Chesson, Anna Majestro, and David Allen], full production would not have been obtained.” Ben represents individuals and businesses in a variety of tort cases ranging from personal injury to professional malpractice to fraud-based claims
- Ben represented major manufacturing companies in product liability litigating, including one case with 8 fatalities and 7 catastrophic injuries from a single accident
- Ben also has experience representing clients in professional malpractice claims, including construction design, medical, and legal professionals
- Ben prosecutes tort claims on behalf of injured individuals and defends tort claims on behalf of corporate entities or professionals
Practice Areas Explained
Benjamin "Ben" Chesson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin "Ben" Chesson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Charlotte.
Business & Corporate Law in Charlotte
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in Charlotte
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Product Liability in Charlotte
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Civil Litigation in Charlotte
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Charlotte
Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Charlotte are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Charlotte Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Charlotte-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Charlotte Choose Benjamin "Ben" Chesson
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Benjamin "Ben" Chesson's practice in the field of business, class action, product liability, and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and product liability, Benjamin "Ben" Chesson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Charlotte
A Charlotte-based practice means Benjamin "Ben" Chesson attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Benjamin "Ben" Chesson Handles in Charlotte
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Benjamin "Ben" Chesson directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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