Benjamin I. Grant
About Benjamin
Biography
Ben, a native of Wisconsin, has practiced law in Maine since 1986. He first came to Maine to attend Bowdoin College, graduating in 1980, magna cum laude, with a degree in biochemistry. He graduated from Northeastern University School of Law in 1986. While at Northeastern, he chaired the Equal Justice Foundation, an organization dedicated to making the justice system accessible to traditionally under represented segments of society, and co-founded a public interest law fellowship funded by alumni.
His attachment to the state brought him back to Maine following law school. He worked for the Portland law firm of Bornstein & Hovermale for eight years, representing clients in workers' compensation, personal injury, and social security disability cases as well as a significant number of pro bono clients.
In 1995, Ben co-founded Kaplan & Grant, where he specializes in workers' compensation and social security disability cases. He is committed to giving every client the personal attention they deserve. Ben also has a long history of providing legal assistance to low-income clients through the Volunteer Lawyers Project. He has received the Maine Bar Foundation's Pro Bono Award, given to the attorney who takes the most pro bono cases in a year, for 14 of the past 30 years. Over the years, he has represented over 300 clients in landlord/tenant and unemployment compensation cases.
Ben is a member of the Maine State Bar Association and Maine Trial Lawyers Association. He is admitted to practice before the state and federal courts of Maine. Ben and his wife, Caroline Eliot, have two sons, Elias and Caleb, as well as a flock of chickens and several beehives. Ben spends his spare time cutting firewood to heat their home, biking, snowboarding and woodworking.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
40 years | 3,000 cases
40 years | 600 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
25%-30%
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Licensed in Massachusetts for 39 years
State: Massachusetts
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maine for 39 years
State: Maine
Acquired: 1986
No misconduct found
Location
Benjamin I. Grant
136 Commercial Street, Suite 302, Portland, ME, 04101
Kaplan & Grant
136 Commercial Street, Suite 302, Portland, ME, 04101
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Benjamin I. Grant's Reviews
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Posted by Phil Strout | June 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Workers Compensation
This was my first time having to seek professional advice and support. When I met Ben I was nervous however he was very easy to talk too and very professional. Ben worked very hard for me, with my case dragging on for seven years he helped me through 5 back surgeries and any issues that came up with...
Posted by Ellen | June 04, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
MEMIC Settlement
I was a client of Attorney Ben Grant a year ago. I am a medical professional and he helped me settle a long-standing workers compensation claim. Ben was professional and supportive. He navigated the workers compensation system efficiently. His fees were reasonable. His Legal Assistant Heather was ex...
Posted by Juli | June 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Wonderful guy who will get the job done
I came to Ben looking to deal with my ongoing workman’s compensation issue. I’ve had him for just over a year and he got me my settlement from my past employer! Ben is thoughtful and makes sure everything is fair for you and benefits you. Thank you so much!
Posted by Aaron | June 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney
On your side
Ben Grant took very good care of me and my family. It’s scary enough having to hire a lawyer . Ben was right there for us through the ups and the downs . If you were looking for a lawyer I would strongly recommend Ben Grant.
Posted by Katherine | June 03, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
I highly recommend Ben Grant
My initial meeting with Ben was amazing. He was very thorough, and explained how my suit would proceed. Every step of the way, Ben was in contact with me. No matter how many questions I had, he was kind and patient with me and answered everything. I'm very impressed with his dedication to clients...
Benjamin I. Grant's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known Ben for years, both as a friend and an attorney. Ben is extremely skilled, thoughtful, and ethical. I can't recommend him highly enough."
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Experience
Honors
2024
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Super lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Pro Bono Publico Award, Maine Bar Foundation
2006
Pro Bono Publico Award, Maine Bar Foundation
2005
Pro Bono Publico Award, Maine Bar Foundation
1997
Pro Bono Publico Award, Maine Bar Foundation
1996
Pro Bono Publico Award, Maine Bar Foundation
1995
Pro Bono Publico Award, Maine Bar Foundation
1994
Pro Bono Publico Award, Maine Bar Foundation
1992
Pro Bono Publico Award, Maine Bar Foundation
1991
Pro Bono Publico Award, Maine Bar Foundation
1990
Pro Bono Publico Award, Maine Bar Foundation
Work Experience
1995 - Present
Partner, Kaplan & Grant
1986 - 1994
Attorney, Bornstein and Hovermale
Associations
2017 - Present
Maine Equal Justice ProjectVice President of the Board
2016 - Present
Maine Equal Justice PartnersBoard Member
1986 - Present
Maine State Bar AssociationMember
Education
1986
JD - Juris Doctor
1980
A.B.
Speaking Engagements
2011
What Doctor's Need to Know About Workers' Compensation
Languages
English