Atty. Walter Joseph Benson

Atty. Walter Joseph Benson

Walter Joseph Benson is a lawyer practicing probate & estate planning, criminal law, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. Walter has been licensed for 32 years.

Akron Akron 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Walter Joseph Benson at a glance

Walter Joseph Benson is a Member based in Akron, Ohio, practicing at Walter J. Benson Attorney at Law. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1994). Serands clients in Akron, OH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Walter Joseph Benson is a lawyer practicing probate & estate planning, criminal law, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Walter has been licensed for 32 years
  • Walter practices at Walter J. Benson Attorney at Law in Akron, OH

Practice Areas Explained

Walter Joseph Benson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Walter Joseph Benson handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

Walter Joseph Benson is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in Ohio →

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.

Walter Joseph Benson is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Ohio →

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

Walter Joseph Benson is one of 214,270 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys in Ohio →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Walter Joseph Benson is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Ohio →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ohio

Practicing law in Ohio. Legal matters in Ohio are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Akron are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ohio state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ohio 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 Ohio courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Walter Joseph Benson

Where is Walter Joseph Benson's law office located?
Walter Joseph Benson's law practice is located in Akron, Ohio. The firm is Walter J. Benson Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Walter Joseph Benson handle?
Walter Joseph Benson focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ohio.
How long has Walter Joseph Benson practiced law?
Walter Joseph Benson has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
How can I contact Walter Joseph Benson for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1994

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