Atty. Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery

Atty. Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery

Attorney Benjamin W. Akery is a partner at the Steinberg Law Firm.

North Charleston North Charleston 18 yrs experience 18 year
Call (843) 720-2800 Book Appointment

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About Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery at a glance

Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery is a workers comp attorney based in North Charleston, South Carolina, practicing at Steinberg Law Firm. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Admitted to practice in South Carolina (2008). Educated at Emory University (—, 2008) and College of Charleston (—). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in North Charleston, SC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Attorney Benjamin W. Akery is a partner at the Steinberg Law Firm
  • Based out of the Goose Creek office, Ben primarily handles personal injury and workers' compensation cases
  • Ben earned his undergraduate degree from the College of Charleston and obtained his Juris Doctorate degree from Emory University's School of Law
  • He is an active member of the South Carolina Bar Association, Charleston County Bar, and Berkeley County Bar, where he served on the board of directors and as president of the Young Lawyers Division
  • He has been recognized by Best Lawyers in America for four consecutive years (2016-2020; 2022) and was selected as Best Lawyers Lawyer of the Year in 2022 for Workers' Compensation Law-Claimants
  • Ben was also selected as Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2017 and was nominated as a Top 40 Under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers Association
  • He is passionate about giving back to the community and is an active member of Crosstowne Christian Church and serves as chair of the board of directors for Healing Farms
  • To learn more about Ben or to contact him, please call (843) 720-2800 or visit https://www.steinberglawfirm.com/attorney/benjamin-w-akery/

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Workers Compensation

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

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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 North Charleston 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery

Where is Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery's law office located?
Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery's law practice is located in North Charleston, South Carolina. The firm is Steinberg Law Firm. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery handle?
Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery focuses on workers comp. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in South Carolina.
How long has Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery practiced law?
Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery go to law school?
Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery earned their education at (—, 2008); (—).
How can I contact Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery received?
Benjamin W. "Ben" Akery's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers: Super Lawyer (2024-2026).

Education

Emory University
- 2008
College of Charleston
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers: Super Lawyer (2024-2026)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Named the Best Lawyers 2022 Workers' Compensation Law – Claimants "Lawyer of the Year" in Charleston, SC.
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers: Rising Star (2017-2022)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Avvo: Clients' Choice Award 2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Elite Lawyer, 2021
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubble; BV Distinguished; 2013
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Morton H. Aronson Franchise Law Award--Emory University School of Law 2008
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — National Trial Lawyers Association: Million-dollar Advocates Award
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The National Trial Lawyers Association: nominated, Top 40 Attorneys Under 40 in South Carolina
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Workers' Compensation Law - Claimants, Charleston (SC)
- 2022

Bar Admissions

South Carolina
Admitted: 2008

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